Just Dance: Decades of Hits How to Play: Setup and Modes Guide

Quick answer: Just Dance: Decades of Hits is Ubisoft’s decade-themed dance game. It launched on October 13, 2026, for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S, with a Nintendo Switch 2 version arriving on November 10, 2026. To play, install the game on a supported console, use the free Just Dance Controller app on a compatible smartphone, choose a song from the Song Library or a mode such as Adventure, and follow the on-screen choreography. Up to six players can dance locally. (Ubisoft game page; Ubisoft press release)

Before You Start: Platforms and Controllers

The official launch announcement lists the game as available for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S on October 13, 2026. The Nintendo Switch 2 version arrives later, on November 10, 2026, and is described as a free upgrade for Nintendo Switch players. As of October 14, 2026, the Switch 2 version has not launched yet. (Ubisoft press release)

The Just Dance Controller app is free and requires a smartphone with iOS 14.4 or higher or Android 9 or higher, according to the launch press release. On Xbox and PlayStation, the app is used for motion capture, and on Nintendo Switch it is needed for the Camera-Controller mode. The cited sources do not establish every controller-pairing detail beyond those points. (Ubisoft press release)

How a Typical Play Session Works

1. Launch the game and choose a mode. The Version 27.0.1 patch notes say the homepage was redesigned for faster access to core game modes. (Ubisoft patch notes)
2. Pick a song. The reworked Song Library lets you search by song title and artist, sort by Opus, use a retractable filter panel, and see 12 songs on screen at once instead of 8. (Ubisoft patch notes)
3. Set up players. Up to six people can dance locally. Multiple Dancer Cards let each person create and customize a profile. Local guest players can choose an existing Dancer Card or a generated guest profile at any point during a session. Progression, rewards, and scores are shared across all Dancer Cards. (Ubisoft press release; Ubisoft patch notes)
4. Dance. Ubisoft says the tracklist is designed for players of all ages and styles, with routines ranging from easy to follow to satisfyingly challenging. The sources do not provide per-track difficulty ratings. (Ubisoft game page)
5. Add variety. Party Mode changes the rules with each round. Workout Mode tracks calories burned during each dance. (Ubisoft press release)

Modes at a Glance

Adventure Mode: What to Know

Adventure Mode is available exclusively in Just Dance: Decades of Hits. You join Lyra Gigavolt on a journey through time as she tries to rescue her father, dancing through decade-inspired challenges. The patch notes list a narrative journey, local co-op for 1–6 players, six decade-themed game boards, song challenges, quizzes and sorting mini-games, plus a progression system with unlockable rewards. (Ubisoft patch notes)

Adventure Mode progression is separate from the main game. Scores earned there do not count toward standard leaderboards or personal high scores. All songs included in Just Dance: Decades of Hits remain accessible through the Song Library regardless of your Adventure Mode progress. (Ubisoft patch notes)

How to Play with Friends and Family

Local multiplayer supports up to six dancers. Using a smartphone as a controller is the main setup described by Ubisoft, and no additional accessory is required on Xbox or PlayStation for motion capture according to the press release. On Nintendo Switch, the app is required for Camera-Controller mode. (Ubisoft press release)

For households, Multiple Dancer Cards are useful because each person can have a customized identity without creating separate save files. The patch notes say progression, rewards, and scores are shared across all Dancer Cards, so treat them as profiles rather than independent saves. (Ubisoft patch notes)

If you own Just Dance: Decades of Hits and any Just Dance 2023–2026 Edition on the same console, Ubisoft says you can access all songs in one place without switching between games or separate menus. That includes songs from purchased Music Packs and titles available through an active Just Dance+ subscription. Decades of Hits is not compatible with Just Dance 2022 or older versions. (Ubisoft press release)

Song Access: Base Game, Earlier Editions, and Just Dance+

The base game includes 35 songs across six publisher-defined decades: 1970s, 1980s, 1990s, 2000s, 2010s, and 2020s. Examples highlighted by Ubisoft include “Mamma Mia” by ABBA, “It’s Tricky” by RUN DMC, “Wannabe” by Spice Girls, “Bye Bye Bye” by *NSYNC, “Turn Down for What” by DJ Snake & Lil Jon, and “NUEVAYoL” by Bad Bunny. (Ubisoft game page; Ubisoft press release)

The decade labels are publisher groupings for the game, so use them as in-game library categories rather than as a strict release-date timeline. The official launch roster is the source to follow when checking which songs belong to which decade bucket. (Ubisoft press release)

Just Dance+ is a separate streaming service available through Just Dance 2023–2026 and Just Dance: Decades of Hits. It offers access to additional songs and requires a Ubisoft account, a permanent internet connection, and a fee or ongoing subscription. It is not available in all countries and cannot be used through the free version. (Ubisoft press release)

Practical Tips for New Dancers

These are general practice suggestions, not tested game mechanics or per-track difficulty advice.

• Clear a safe dance area and warm up before longer sessions.
• Start with songs you already know; the roster spans multiple decades, so familiarity can make early sessions easier.
• Use the Song Library search and filters to build a short setlist instead of scrolling endlessly.
• Set up Dancer Cards before a group session so everyone has a profile from the start.
• Remember that Adventure Mode scores stay separate from main-game high scores.
• Use Workout Mode when you want calorie tracking during dances.
• Keep the game and smartphone app updated. If you use Just Dance+, make sure your console has a stable internet connection.
• Be cautious with third-party “reward code” lists. The official sources cited here do not establish any official reward-code list for Just Dance: Decades of Hits.

What should you read next?

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

Sources

• https://www.ubisoft.com/en-us/game/just-dance/decades-of-hits
• https://newsroom.ubisoft-press.com/just-dancer-decades-of-hits-ab-sofort-erhaltlich
• https://www.ubisoft.com/en-us/news/ignt.63908/version-27-0-1-patch-notes-article