Review on 🎮 Just Dance 2021: A Fun-Filled Experience on Nintendo Switch! by Alex Taylor

I've been following the Just Dance series since the beginning and now own almost all of them - Part 1, 2, 3, 4, Summer Party, Greatest Hits , ABBA, Michael Jackson, JD2014, JD2015, JD2016, JD2017, JD2018, JD2019, JD2020 and now JD2021. Not only are they incredibly fun, they serve as my main training program. I had cancer surgery in 2012 which left me unable to stand for a while and Just Dance really helped me get back up and lose over 60 pounds in my first year with very little change in my diet. I literally danced every day for about three years, which not only resulted in a leaner and more toned body, but also FEEL better than ever. Sadly, after falling ill with cancer again in 2016, subsequent surgeries and permanent nerve damage prevented me from training at the same level, but I still enjoy running those games multiple times a week and was glad I was able to start. last. But enough of my tearful story. I wanted to mention that now so that any criticism I might have is more credible and not just scolding some random player who just can't keep up with the pace or just can't hold the controller properly. Trust me I already know these games inside and out lol. I'll try not to write my usual thesis - but no promises lol - and just say that in short JD2021 is a worthy and good installment of the series. . It's pretty much the same as some of the previous installments in terms of UI and gameplay, and I think it's a good thing because I've finally found a format that works. I used to be scared of starting a new game every year and re-learning how to operate the damn thing lol, but if you've played a Just Dance game for the last five years or so this will sound familiar. Motion tracking on the Switch's joystick works well, although some simple and straightforward movements like raising your hand to the sky or spinning in circles still don't register at times, and the graphics are colorful and fluid, and you can play as various quirky characters. There are also tons of new player icons, titles, and illustrations to unlock if you're so inclined. Just Sweat and World Dance Floor modes return, along with a small selection of songs aimed specifically at young children. (And I'm sorry, I might be 38, but the Alphabet Song remix is cool.) The only thing I don't like is the choreography itself, which seems to rely more on fancy hand poses than actual footwork this time and movement. . As a solo player just looking to stay in shape, I don't necessarily feel like I'm benefiting from practice as much as I have in previous games, although it can still be fun for small groups and gatherings. As in every new Just Dance. Playing in recent years also gets you a free 30-day trial of Just Dance Unlimited, an online database of over 500 titles from previous games, although access requires a Ubisoft Club account. As for Unlimited, I strongly recommend ignoring any 1-star reviews that try to tell you it's an "incomplete" game. You get about 40 songs per cassette, which is more or less standard and quite reasonable for the retail price. You pay extra money for access and it's totally optional as it gives you access to almost all the songs from previous Just Dance games. This is a completely different service and absolutely nothing in this game is blocked by paywalls. Please do your research before making (or buying) such claims. I have to subscribe to Unlimited in addition to buying new physical game releases every year and I think it's worth it. As I said, I try to dance several times a week when my body is ready for it. The track listing itself will either hit or miss, depending on who you ask. Each year it gets a little less mainstream, with more of an emphasis on world music and underground techno beats, which isn't necessarily a complaint for me, but I understand why others might be disappointed. However, there's still a pretty decent selection of popular radio titles here, like Harry Styles, Ariana Grande, Lady Gaga, and even Eminem. (Personally, I'd like to see more '80s and '90s music.) Overall, I think JD 2021 is a solid game in the series that embodies the fun and quirks of previous games, but with a modern polish that doesn't jeopardize the gameplay even. . (On some games, they were so stylized that you couldn't even see what your dancer was supposed to be doing.) For now, I just appreciate that they continue to make these games at all and continue to appeal to a broad demographic. Whether you're looking to lose a few pounds or just want to fool around for a few minutes, everyone should be able to find something fun here.