What it is
Just Dance: Decades of Hits is the next full‑length Just Dance release from Ubisoft, billed as a themed celebration that takes players through six decade‑inspired worlds and a curated list of well‑known songs from the 1970s through the 2020s. Ubisoft has positioned it as both a standalone retail release and a companion to its existing Just Dance+ streaming catalogue; the game is not yet released in the UK and will arrive in mid‑October 2026.
- UK release
- 13 October 2026 (Tuesday) - UK date confirmed by Ubisoft.
- Platforms
- PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch; Nintendo Switch 2 listed for later release (November 2026 in some regions).
- Developer
- Ubisoft (Just Dance internal teams; consumer pages do not single out a specific studio lead).
- Publisher
- Ubisoft Entertainment.
- UK price
- Nintendo Switch listings show ~£34.99 (UK retailers); PS5/Xbox SRPs not published by Ubisoft at time of writing.
- PEGI
- PEGI 3 (platform store pages show age rating).
- Genre
- Music / dance.
- Online mode
- Yes — online features and multiplayer noted; requires Ubisoft account and persistent internet for some features and Just Dance+ integration.
- Game Pass / PS Plus
- Not confirmed — Ubisoft has not announced that the game will be on Xbox Game Pass or included with PlayStation Plus at launch.
Key facts up front
Release: Tuesday 13 October 2026 (UK). Platforms: PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch; Nintendo Switch 2 release scheduled later (11 November 2026 in some territories). Developer: Ubisoft (series developed by Ubisoft’s internal Just Dance teams). Publisher: Ubisoft Entertainment. UK price: physical/digital listings currently visible for Nintendo Switch at ~£34.99 (retailer listings); official UK SRP for Xbox and PS5 not published by Ubisoft at time of writing. PEGI: PEGI 3 (age rating shown on platform store pages). Genre: Music / dance. Online mode: Yes — online features and multiplayer noted; requires Ubisoft account and persistent internet for some features.
Story and setting
This Just Dance entry adopts a light framing device rather than a narrative campaign: Ubisoft describes an “Adventure Mode” that sends players through six decade‑themed worlds (1970s, 1980s, 1990s, 2000s, 2010s, 2020s). The official materials show decade‑specific visual identities and stylised sets for tracks, with the Adventure Mode presented as a cheerful, story‑adjacent progression rather than a plot‑heavy experience. Ubisoft’s blog and game page emphasise the eras‑through‑music concept and the idea of unlocking rewards as you progress.
How it plays
Gameplay follows the familiar Just Dance formula — players mimic on‑screen choreography to score points — but Ubisoft highlights two headline changes: a curated, era‑spanning tracklist designed to let players jump between decades, and the new Adventure Mode as a single‑player/co‑op progression framework. Platform store pages and the reveal trailer show the usual multiplayer and party modes, the game integrating with Just Dance+ (Ubisoft’s subscription music service) for access to additional songs; Ubisoft’s pre‑release pages state that a Ubisoft Account and persistent internet access are required for some online and shop features. Controls will use console motion detection and companion apps where supported, matching the series’ established approach.
Platforms, editions and UK price
Ubisoft’s announcement and platform pages list PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and Nintendo Switch for 13 October 2026, with a Nintendo Switch 2 version scheduled later in November 2026 in some regions. Retailers in the UK already show Switch pre‑orders at around £34.99; Ubisoft’s official UK SRP for the Xbox Series and PS5 editions has not been published on the official pages as of 1 October 2026. Ubisoft also makes it clear the game ties into Just Dance+ (a separately charged subscription) and that certain songs or in‑game items may be available through that service or in‑game purchases.
Trailers and what they showed
Ubisoft released a logo reveal and an official reveal trailer in September 2026. The reveal trailer presents snippets of songs spanning the six decades, shows examples of decade‑specific maps and costumes, and introduces Adventure Mode visually. Platform store pages and the Ubisoft press items list sample songs shown/promoted with the reveal — examples include ABBA’s “Mamma Mia”, Spice Girls’ “Wannabe”, *NSYNC’s “Bye Bye Bye”, Gorillaz’s “Feel Good Inc.” and more — indicating a mix of classic and modern hits in the launch playlist. Ubisoft’s press pages also reiterate that additional content will still be delivered via Just Dance+ and in‑game purchases where licensing allows.
What we still don’t know
Exact UK RRP for PS5 and Xbox Series editions has not been confirmed by Ubisoft; current retailer pricing is only visible for Nintendo Switch. The full launch song list and whether every tune shown in trailers will be available at launch or added later via Just Dance+ is partially unspelt out—Ubisoft confirms a curated set of songs for the game but reiterates music catalogue dependence on licensing and Just Dance+ availability. The lead studio credit (which internal Ubisoft studio led the project) is not specified in the consumer‑facing press material. Finally, while Ubisoft states online features and multiplayer/Just Dance+ integration, detailed limits for online play (cross‑play, player counts for each online mode) are not fully listed in the announcement materials.
Not yet confirmed
- Exact UK SRP for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S editions (Ubisoft has not published official UK prices).
- Full, final launch track list and which songs will be available in the base game versus via Just Dance+ or later DLC (Ubisoft confirms curated songs but notes music licensing and Just Dance+ subscription affect availability).
- Whether cross‑platform online multiplayer (cross‑play) will be available at launch — Ubisoft notes online features but does not detail cross‑play in public announcement materials.
- Which internal Ubisoft studio had lead development responsibility (consumer pages use the Ubisoft umbrella, no single studio credit in announcement).
Just Dance: Decades of Hits: your questions
When does Just Dance: Decades of Hits come out in the UK?
Ubisoft confirms a UK release date of Tuesday 13 October 2026 for PS5, Xbox Series X|S and Nintendo Switch; a Nintendo Switch 2 version is scheduled later (listed for November 2026 in some regions).
What platforms is it on and will it run on my console?
Ubisoft lists PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and Nintendo Switch for the 13 October launch; Nintendo Switch 2 has a separate later date. If you have one of those platforms you’ll be covered, but check retailer pages for the Switch 2 timing for your region.
Do I need an internet connection or a subscription to play?
A persistent internet connection and a Ubisoft account are required for certain online features; Ubisoft also promotes integration with Just Dance+, their separate subscription service, which provides additional songs and will be sold separately. Basic local play should still work for the base game’s included songs.
How family‑friendly is the game?
Platform listings show a PEGI 3 rating, and Ubisoft presents Decades of Hits as a family‑friendly dance experience. Some songs or features tied to Just Dance+ may have their own content considerations, but the main title is rated PEGI 3.
