The Xbox One just got a new Kinect game, because reasons
Just Dance 2022 will let you dance like it’s 2014 — with a Kinect on your Xbox One.
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What you need to know
Just Dance 2022 recently launched on consoles, including the Xbox One, PlayStation 4, and Nintendo Switch. The game is also available on theXbox Series X,Xbox Series S, and PlayStation 5, though the experience is different on modern consoles compared to their older counterparts. In what’s a bit of a surprise in 2021, Just Dance 2022 supports the Kinect.
Before you dig through your drawers for a dongle to set up your Kinect, note that the accessory does not work with the Xbox Series X or Xbox Series S. Even if you have a Kinect USB adapter, it will not allow the camera to work with Microsoft’s newer consoles.
If you play the game on the Xbox One, you can use the Kinect to dance along with your on-screen avatar. People with newer consoles will have to use the Just Dance Controller app, which is available on iOS and Android.
Alisting on JB HI-FIoutlines the different ways players can dance along with Just Dance 2022:
No additional accessories are required to join the fun! Just use your smartphone with the Just Dance Controller app!
Just Dance 2022 is compatible with:
Just Dance 2022 is not compatible with:
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Just Dance 2022 has 40 new tracks. If you have Just Dance Unlimited, you’ll have access to over 700 tracks throughout the duration of your subscription.
Just Dance 2022 lets you dance to popular music, including 40 new tracks for this year’s edition. If you still have an Xbox One, the game works with the Kinect. You can also play it with the Just Dance Controller app.
Sean Endicott is a tech journalist at Windows Central, specializing in Windows, Microsoft software, AI, and PCs. He’s covered major launches, from Windows 10 and 11 to the rise of AI tools like ChatGPT. Sean’s journey began with the Lumia 740, leading to strong ties with app developers. Outside writing, he coaches American football, utilizing Microsoft services to manage his team. He studied broadcast journalism at Nottingham Trent University and is active on X @SeanEndicott_ and Threads @sean_endicott_.
