Just Dance: Decades of Hits Beginner Guide

Just Dance: Decades of Hits is easiest to approach through the Song Library: choose a track, follow the on-screen dancer, and match the moves as closely as possible. The game includes 35 base songs from the 1970s through the 2020s, Adventure Mode, Party Mode, Workout Mode, local play for up to six people, and smartphone controller support. It launched on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S on October 13, 2026; the Nintendo Switch 2 version is scheduled for November 10, 2026, according to Ubisoft’s launch announcement.

Start here: your first dance

Before choosing a mode, make enough open space to move safely. Remove objects that could trip you, keep drinks and electronics away from the play area, and avoid dancing too close to other players.

Then follow this simple routine:

1. Open the Song Library.
2. Pick a familiar song from any decade.
3. Watch the on-screen dancer and copy the pose, direction, and timing.
4. Keep moving through the full routine instead of stopping after a missed move.
5. Review your result, then replay the same song if you want to improve.

The game’s official description presents its tracklist as covering a range from easy-to-follow routines to more challenging dances, but the available launch information does not provide verified difficulty ratings for individual songs. For a first attempt, familiarity is a better practical choice than trying to identify an officially “easy” track.

Choose a comfortable controller setup

The official launch material says that a smartphone can be used as a controller through the free Just Dance Controller App, so additional motion accessories are not required for that setup. It lists iOS 14.4 or later and Android 9 or later as requirements. On Nintendo Switch, the app is also associated with the camera-controller mode. Check the platform’s current store and setup instructions before playing because the supplied launch material does not establish every controller-pairing step.

For a group session, decide who is using which controller before starting. Each player should have enough room to move without hitting another person.

Understand the main game modes

The official patch notes confirm that Adventure Mode follows Lyra Gigavolt as she tries to rescue her father. It supports local co-op for one to six players and has progression separate from the game’s normal progression.

That separation matters: scores earned in Adventure Mode do not count toward standard leaderboards or personal high scores. However, all songs included with Just Dance: Decades of Hits remain available through the Song Library regardless of Adventure Mode progress. You do not need to finish the adventure before freely selecting the base-game songs.

Pick a decade that matches your mood

The publisher organizes the launch roster into six decade buckets. The categories below follow that official grouping rather than reclassifying tracks according to their original release dates.

For a first session, choose a track that most players already know. Familiar music can make it easier to anticipate the beat and recognize repeated sections. If several people have different tastes, rotate decades rather than trying to settle on one style for the entire session.

The full launch announcement lists 35 base songs, including additional tracks such as “ABC,” “Celebration,” “No Scrubs,” “Feel Good Inc.,” “Give Me Everything,” “MORE & MORE,” “Across All Time,” and “Supersonic.” Song availability from Just Dance+ or other editions should not be confused with the 35 songs included in Decades of Hits.

How to improve without chasing every move

These are general practice suggestions, not verified game mechanics or track-specific coaching instructions.

Follow the whole body, not only the hand

The on-screen dancer communicates more than the scoring hand. Watch the direction of the body, the timing of steps, and the shape of the pose. If you focus only on one arm, you may lose the rhythm of the routine.

Learn the chorus first

Many songs repeat recognizable sections. On the first run, use the chorus to learn the routine’s general rhythm. On the second run, concentrate on transitions before and after that section.

Keep moving after a mistake

Missing one move does not mean the dance is lost. Continue following the next visible cue and use the remainder of the song as practice. Stopping to think about an earlier mistake usually makes it harder to recover.

Start with smaller movements

New players do not need to make exaggerated movements immediately. Begin by matching timing and direction with controlled motions. Once the sequence feels comfortable, add more energy and range while keeping enough space for safe movement.

Replay strategically

Instead of repeatedly replaying a song without a goal, choose one improvement target:

• stay on beat during a fast section;
• remember a transition between two repeated phrases;
• match the lower-body direction more consistently;
• maintain energy through the final section.

This approach helps separate rhythm problems from memorization problems.

Use Dancer Cards for a shared household

The game includes a Multiple Dancer Card system. Players can create, rename, and customize multiple cards, while local guests can choose existing cards or generated guest profiles during a session. According to the official patch notes, progression, rewards, and scores are shared across all Dancer Cards.

That means Dancer Cards are customizable player identities, not separate independent save files. Use them to let different household members personalize their presence, but do not expect each card to maintain completely separate progression.

Beginner tips for multiplayer sessions

With up to six local players supported, organization is more important than advanced technique.

• Put taller players and younger players where everyone has a clear view.
• Leave a gap between dancers so arm movements do not overlap.
• Let each person choose a familiar song at least once.
• Use Party Mode after everyone understands the normal dance loop.
• Switch to Workout Mode when the group wants a longer active session rather than a score-focused round.
• Give new players time to watch the first few cues instead of expecting immediate perfection.

If one person is still learning the controls, begin in the Song Library rather than Adventure Mode. This keeps the first lesson focused on selecting a track, reading the dancer, and responding to cues.

What should you read next?

For related information, explore the full song list and compare it with the nintendo switch. The how to play provides another useful starting point for planning your next dance session.

Sources

• Ubisoft: Just Dance: Decades of Hits
• Ubisoft Newsroom: Just Dance: Decades of Hits launch announcement
• Ubisoft: Version 27.0.1 Patch Notes