Just Dance: Decades of Hits Switch: Setup & Play Guide

Is Just Dance: Decades of Hits on Nintendo Switch?

Just Dance: Decades of Hits Switch brings six decades of music to your living room, from ABBA sing-alongs to Bad Bunny dance routines. It launches on October 13, 2026, with 35 songs, a new Adventure Mode, and local dancing for up to six players. Before starting Just Dance: Decades of Hits Switch, check your purchase format: the code-in-box edition requires an eShop download and Ubisoft account setup.

The appeal is the mix. One person can choose a familiar throwback, another can pick a recent favorite, and everyone follows the on-screen choreography. The decade theme also extends to the visuals and Adventure Mode’s worlds, giving the collection more personality than a playlist organized by release year.

Switch and Switch 2 have separate release milestones. The original Switch version arrives first, while the Nintendo Switch 2 Edition follows in November. The Switch version is compatible with Switch 2, and its upgrade becomes available at no additional cost on November 10, 2026.

Version or feature	Date	What you get
Nintendo Switch version	October 13, 2026	The Switch release with the decade-spanning song collection
Nintendo Switch 2 Edition	November 10, 2026	The dedicated Switch 2 release
Free Switch 2 upgrade for Switch owners	Starting November 10, 2026	Access to the Switch 2 Edition through Nintendo eShop

The U.S. Switch code-in-box edition is priced at $39.99. The Limited Edition includes the 2000s Digital Cosmetic Pack, with customization items for your Dancer Card, scoring effects, and more.

Check the edition name before purchasing if those cosmetics matter to you. For buying options, visit the Just Dance: Decades of Hits official website.

How to Redeem Your Switch Code and Start Playing

A code-in-box purchase gives you a download code inside retail packaging. You redeem that code through Nintendo eShop, download the software, and then sign in to Just Dance.

Prepare your Nintendo Account and internet connection before opening the eShop. You will also need a Ubisoft account to play. Keeping those account details handy makes setup easier, especially when everyone else is already waiting to choose a song.

Use this Just Dance: Decades of Hits switch guide to prepare your download, accounts, and song choices before your next dance night.

Follow this sequence for Just Dance: Decades of Hits Switch:

Step	Action	Detail to check
1	Find the download code inside the box	Use the software download code
2	Open Nintendo eShop from the HOME Menu	Select the account you want to use
3	Select “Redeem Code”	This option appears on the left side of the screen
4	Enter the 16-character download code	Do not enter a retailer control number instead
5	Confirm the redemption	The software begins downloading
6	Wait for the download to finish	The download status bar disappears when complete
7	Launch Just Dance and sign in	Use an existing Ubisoft account or create one

Some retailer cards include both a control number and a download code. If you have both, check their labels before typing. Entering the wrong number sends you into avoidable troubleshooting before the game has even downloaded.

Choose your Nintendo account carefully at the account-selection step. Also check a digital key’s activation region before buying: a product labeled Europe & UK has regional activation restrictions, so that label matters when shopping for a U.S. account.

For Ubisoft account creation, players must meet the applicable age of privacy consent. Younger players should involve a parent or legal guardian.

Finish the download and account setup before inviting everyone onto the dance floor. Then open the game and choose a familiar song for your first routine. That keeps the introduction focused on following the dancer rather than learning unfamiliar music at the same time.

What Songs Are Included?

The 35-song collection spans the 1970s through the 2020s. Its central idea is recognizable music across generations, with choreography ranging from easy-to-follow routines to more demanding dances.

That variety matters when choosing songs for a group. Someone drawn in by “Mamma Mia” can share the session with a player waiting for “NUEVAYoL,” without either person needing to commit to an entire evening of the other’s favorite era.

These tracks illustrate the six-decade structure:

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

Other songs include “Uptown Girl,” “No Scrubs,” “Feel Good Inc.,” “Danza Kuduro,” and “Manchild.” The range reaches beyond straightforward pop, bringing different musical styles into the same collection.

Just Dance: Decades of Hits Switch includes five alternate routines, including “Hello” (Video Call Version) and “HOT TO GO!” (Take Away Version). Both are Easy duets: “Hello” has a Chill effort rating, while “HOT TO GO!” has a Moderate effort rating.

Keep difficulty and effort separate when browsing. Difficulty describes the choreography challenge, while the effort label helps you distinguish a calmer routine from one that asks for more movement. For example, “ABC” is rated Easy and Chill, while the alternate “HOT TO GO!” routine is Easy and Moderate.

Use those labels when planning a session:

• Start with an Easy routine to learn how the movement prompts work.
• Alternate Chill and Moderate effort selections when building a playlist.
• Mix familiar songs with tracks another player wants to introduce.
• Try an alternate routine when you want another version of a song’s choreography.

Some returning songs receive new routines in this entry, including “Wannabe,” “It’s Tricky,” and “Mamma Mia.” Familiar music can therefore give returning dancers something different to learn.

Adventure Mode, Party Mode, and Local Multiplayer

The new Adventure Mode gives the collection a story. You follow Lyra on a journey through time to rescue her father, Dr. Gigavolt, exploring six worlds inspired by different decades.

Dancing remains central, but mini-activities break up the songs. You also unlock exclusive rewards as you work through the adventure. All 35 songs are included in Adventure Mode, connecting the collection to its time-travel theme.

For Just Dance: Decades of Hits Switch, Adventure Mode sits alongside options for group sessions and exercise:

Mode or feature	What it does
Adventure Mode	Takes Lyra through six decade-themed worlds with songs, mini-activities, and exclusive rewards
Party Mode	Introduces changing rules from round to round
Workout Mode	Tracks calories burned during dances
Local multiplayer	Allows up to six players to dance together

Choose Adventure Mode when you want to follow Lyra’s rescue story. Switch to Party Mode for rounds with unexpected rule changes, or select Workout Mode when you want calorie tracking alongside your dancing.

The core rhythm-game loop is straightforward: copy the on-screen coach and use the scrolling movement indicators to anticipate what comes next. Accurate timing and movement earn points. Songs continue even when your performance is poor, giving you room to recover during the same routine.

Watch the coach’s movement alongside the upcoming icons. The symbols can take time to learn, so use the full animation to understand the shape of a move. On routines with several coaches, keep track of the character you selected as the dancers move around.

Smartphone controller support is another way to join in. A compatible phone can track your movement through the Just Dance Controller app. Prepare the phone controller before starting a group session so players can focus on the routine once the music begins.

The multiple Dancer Card system lets players customize their own profiles. Set up each participant’s card before choosing songs if your household wants individual identities on the dance floor.

Your Song Library, Just Dance+, and the Switch 2 Upgrade

Just Dance: Decades of Hits Switch shares a song library with owned Just Dance 2023–2026 Editions on the same console. You can access those songs together without switching between separate games or menus.

Purchased Music Packs also fit into that shared library. Songs available through an active Just Dance+ subscription appear there as well, bringing several types of access into one browsing experience.

Keep the purchase and subscription options distinct:

• Decades of Hits: The 35-song collection and access to its Adventure Mode.
• Other owned editions: Songs from Just Dance 2023–2026 Editions on the same console.
• Purchased Music Packs: Additional collections you have bought.
• Just Dance+: Additional streaming songs accessed through the subscription service.

Just Dance+ requires a Ubisoft account, a console account, persistent internet access, and payment of the applicable fee or subscription charge. Its streaming catalog is separate from the included Decades of Hits collection.

Browse your owned songs before deciding to add another purchase. The library also displays music available through other editions, packs, and Just Dance+, so pay attention to the access requirement attached to a track.

Use search and sorting to find a song by title or artist, then build playlists around the music you want to dance to. For a mixed-age gathering, alternate decades rather than keeping every selection in one era.

If you own Switch 2, remember the November 10 upgrade date. The compatible Switch version and the dedicated Switch 2 Edition are distinct releases, with the upgrade available through Nintendo eShop at no extra cost starting that day. Keep your Nintendo and Ubisoft accounts ready for the upgrade process.

For your first session, finish account setup, choose a familiar Easy routine, and decide whether you want individual songs or Lyra’s adventure. Once everyone understands the movement prompts, start mixing eras and exploring the rest of the collection.

FAQ

When does Just Dance: Decades of Hits Switch release?

The Nintendo Switch version releases on October 13, 2026. The Nintendo Switch 2 Edition follows on November 10, 2026, when the free Switch 2 upgrade also becomes available for owners of the Switch version.

Does the Switch code-in-box edition include a cartridge?

The code-in-box edition contains a download code for Nintendo eShop. Redeem the code, download the software, and sign in with a Ubisoft account to start playing.

How many people can play together?

Up to six players can dance locally. The game also supports compatible smartphones as controllers and includes Party Mode, Workout Mode, and customizable Dancer Cards.

Is Just Dance+ included in the 35-song collection?

Just Dance+ is a separate streaming service that provides additional songs through paid access. Decades of Hits includes its own 35-song collection and Adventure Mode; subscription songs expand the music accessible through the shared library.