Just Dance: Decades of Hits PS5: Setup & Buying Guide

Is Just Dance: Decades of Hits Available on PS5?

Put down the usual controller and give your living room a soundtrack that jumps from ABBA to Bad Bunny. Just Dance: Decades of Hits PS5 launched on October 13, 2026, bringing six decades of music and local dancing for up to six players to PlayStation 5. Before buying Just Dance: Decades of Hits PS5, check the smartphone requirement and edition contents so you have everything ready when friends arrive.

The central idea is easy to understand: follow the dancers on your screen, copy their choreography, and earn points for your timing and accuracy. The music stretches from the 1970s through the 2020s, while Adventure Mode connects those eras through a journey with Lyra.

Here are the essentials for the PlayStation version:

PS5 detail	What you need to know
Release date	October 13, 2026
Publisher	Ubisoft
Local player count	Up to six players
Motion tracking	Smartphone with the free Just Dance Controller app
Included songs	35 songs, plus five alternate routines
Main modes	Adventure Mode, Party Mode, and Workout Mode
Online multiplayer/features	Internet connection, Ubisoft Account, PlayStation Network account, and PlayStation Plus subscription

The broad musical range gives a mixed-age group plenty to choose from. Someone can pick “Mamma Mia,” another player can follow with “Bye Bye Bye,” and the next turn can jump to “NUEVAYoL.” That variety is the appeal: everyone gets a chance to bring their own favorite era to the floor.

Choose a few familiar tracks before tackling choreography you have never seen. Knowing the music gives you something recognizable to follow while you learn the movements.

What You Need to Play on PS5

The key hardware requirement for Just Dance: Decades of Hits PS5 is a smartphone running the free Just Dance Controller app. Your phone tracks your movements, and no additional motion-tracking accessories are required.

Treat the phone as part of your game setup. Install the app before your first session, and have it ready when you launch the game. For a group session, make sure everyone planning to dance has their smartphone and controller app ready instead of discovering the requirement after the party starts.

Prepare the basics before choosing your first song:

• Have your PS5 and game ready.
• Install the free Just Dance Controller app on the smartphone you plan to use.
• Prepare your Ubisoft Account and PlayStation Network account for online features.
• Have internet access available.
• Check your PlayStation Plus subscription before using online multiplayer/features.

PlayStation Plus and Just Dance+ serve different purposes. PlayStation Plus is required for online multiplayer/features. Just Dance+ is a separate music subscription that provides additional songs. Buying an edition with Just Dance+ access does not replace the PlayStation Plus requirement for online features.

Follow the Dancer, Then Learn the Routine

Watch the on-screen dancer to understand the full movement, and use the scrolling indicators to anticipate what comes next. Matching the timing and choreography is how you earn points.

Start with an easier routine while you get comfortable using your smartphone for tracking. The song selection includes both accessible dances and more challenging choreography, so you can build up gradually rather than choosing difficulty based only on how much you like a song.

Repeat a favorite routine when you want to practice. Familiar music makes repetition more enjoyable, and watching the same choreography again gives you another chance to recognize the transitions.

Adjust the Music Volume

You can change the gameplay music volume through the game’s settings:

1. Open Settings from the main menu.
2. Select Audio & Language.
3. Adjust Gameplay music volume.
4. Select Reset all to default whenever you want to restore the original settings.

Set the volume before starting a group session. That keeps you from interrupting the dancing to return to the menu between songs.

Just Dance: Decades of Hits PS5 Editions and Prices

There are three paid editions to compare: the base game, Deluxe Edition, and Ultimate Edition. The main differences are the included Just Dance+ subscription time and cosmetic extras.

These are the U.S. PlayStation prices as of October 13, 2026:

Edition	Price	Included game content	Just Dance+ access	Cosmetic extras
Standard	$39.99	Just Dance: Decades of Hits	No subscription included in the edition contents	None included in the edition contents
Deluxe	$49.99	Just Dance: Decades of Hits	Three months	Avatar, background and border, victory and scoring effects, emotes
Ultimate	$69.99	Just Dance: Decades of Hits	12 months	Avatar, background and border, victory and scoring effects, emotes
Free Experience	Free	Two songs with unlimited play and four single-use song trial tokens	—	—

Standard costs $39.99, Deluxe costs $49.99, and Ultimate costs $69.99. Deluxe includes three months of Just Dance+, while Ultimate includes 12 months; both contain the same categories of cosmetic extras.

Compare those subscription periods with how you expect to play. Count the base game’s songs separately from the additional streaming catalog, then decide how much subscription access you want included with your purchase.

The Free Experience gives you a way to try dancing before choosing a paid edition. Its four song trial tokens are single-use, while its two unlimited-play songs can be replayed. Use that distinction when planning your trial session so you do not expect every trial song to remain available indefinitely.

Understand What Just Dance+ Adds

Just Dance+ expands your music selection through a streaming service. It requires a Ubisoft Account, a console account, persistent internet access, and payment or an ongoing subscription, with age and territorial restrictions.

Keep the included subscription period in mind when comparing editions. Three months or 12 months of access is a defined period, rather than permanent ownership of the streaming catalog.

You can compare and buy the PS5 editions on PlayStation Store once you have decided which package fits your plans.

Songs Across Six Decades

The Just Dance: Decades of Hits PS5 song selection combines disco, pop, hip-hop, rock, and newer hits. There are 35 songs and five alternate routines, with choreography ranging from easy to more demanding.

Each decade also has its own visual identity, so moving between eras changes more than the soundtrack. The presentation follows the musical theme, connecting older favorites and current tracks within the same game.

These six songs give you a quick tour of that range:

Decade	Featured song	Artist
1970s	“Mamma Mia”	ABBA
1980s	“It's Tricky”	Run DMC
1990s	“Wannabe”	The Spice Girls
2000s	“Bye Bye Bye”	*NSYNC
2010s	“Turn Down for What”	DJ Snake & Lil Jon
2020s	“NUEVAYoL”	Bad Bunny

Other included tracks broaden the selection further. “Uptown Girl,” “Around the World,” “No Scrubs,” and “Feel Good Inc.” sit alongside newer songs such as “HOT TO GO!” and “Manchild.”

Build your session around the people playing. Ask each person to choose a familiar song, then alternate between older and newer selections. With six decades represented, you can keep the music moving without making the entire evening revolve around one person’s taste.

Songs and Alternate Routines Are Different

Alternate routines change the choreography for an included song. “Hello” includes a Video Call Version, and “HOT TO GO!” includes a Take Away Version.

Count alternate routines as additional dances rather than additional unique songs. That makes the package easier to evaluate: the game contains 35 songs, with five alternate routines providing more choreography within that selection.

Try those alternate versions when you want another way to dance to familiar music. Both of those named routines are rated Easy, although “Hello” carries a Chill effort rating and “HOT TO GO!” carries a Moderate effort rating.

Keep difficulty and effort separate when picking a routine. Choose an Easy dance to simplify the choreography, then check its effort rating when deciding how active you want the session to be.

Adventure Mode, Party Mode, and Workout Mode

Just Dance: Decades of Hits PS5 gives you several ways to organize a session. You can follow a story through the decades, add surprises with Party Mode, or focus on movement with Workout Mode.

Mode	What it offers
Adventure Mode	A journey with Lyra through six decade-inspired worlds, songs, mini-activities, and exclusive rewards
Party Mode	Dancing with unexpected twists
Workout Mode	A mode focused on staying active
Local multiplayer	Dancing together with up to six players

Adventure Mode follows Lyra on a mission to rescue Dr. Gigavolt. Its six themed worlds cover the 1970s through the 2020s, combining iconic songs with activities that break up the dancing. You can play alone or join friends, and the journey includes exclusive rewards.

Choose Adventure Mode when you want songs and activities connected by a story. The decade-based worlds give you a reason to move through different musical styles instead of returning immediately to the same favorites.

For a gathering, start by choosing music everyone recognizes, then switch to Party Mode for its twists. The local player limit is six, so plan the active group around that count.

Workout Mode keeps physical activity at the center of the session. Pick dances with effort ratings that match how much movement you want, and alternate demanding selections with calmer routines. Keep the focus on following the choreography and enjoying the music rather than expecting every attempt to produce a perfect score.

Before buying Just Dance: Decades of Hits PS5, make three decisions: whether your smartphones are ready, which edition’s subscription period you want, and whether the included songs appeal to your group. Once those are settled, you can spend your first session dancing instead of sorting out purchases and accounts.

FAQ

Do you need a smartphone for Just Dance: Decades of Hits PS5?

Yes. The PS5 version requires a smartphone with the free Just Dance Controller app to track your movements. No additional motion-tracking accessories are required.

How many people can play together locally?

Up to six players can dance together locally. The game also includes Adventure Mode, Party Mode, and Workout Mode.

Do you need PlayStation Plus or Just Dance+?

PlayStation Plus is required for online multiplayer/features, alongside internet access and the required accounts. Just Dance+ is a separate subscription for additional streamed songs. Deluxe includes three months of Just Dance+, and Ultimate includes 12 months.

How many songs are included in the game?

Just Dance: Decades of Hits contains 35 songs and five alternate routines. The selection spans the 1970s through the 2020s, including “Mamma Mia,” “Wannabe,” “Bye Bye Bye,” and “NUEVAYoL.”