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Dancing with the Stars vs Just Dance 2014

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Dancing with the Stars
Dancing with the StarsStep into the spotlight and dance your way to fame on PC and PS2
Just Dance 2014
Just Dance 2014Dance your way to fitness and fun with on‑screen choreography
Overview
Description

Dancing with the Stars brings the glitz of the TV dance competition to your living room. Choose from a roster of celebrity avatars, learn choreography, and compete in single‑player or split‑screen multiplayer modes. The game features a library of popular tracks, customizable outfits, and a scoring system that rewards timing and style, making it a fun party title for friends and families alike.

Just Dance 2014 lets you match the moves of on‑screen dancers using motion controllers, rewarding accuracy with points. Play solo, with friends on split‑screen, or join the World Dance Floor for online multiplayer battles.

Pricing
Paid (One-time)
Paid (One-time)
Category
Rhythm & Music
Rhythm & Music
Best for
Casual rhythm and party gamers
Casual gamers and fitness enthusiasts
Specifications
General
msrp
$19.99−67%
$59.99
release date
2007-10-23
2013-10-01
Specifications
developer
n-Space, Zoe Mode, Aurona
Ubisoft Milan, Ubisoft Barcelona, Ubisoft Reflections, Ubisoft Paris, Ubisoft Bucharest, Ubisoft Pune, Ubisoft Montpellier
publisher
Activision, THQ, ValuSoft
Ubisoft Entertainment
age rating
ESRB E10+
ESRB E10+
multiplayer
Single player, Multiplayer, Split screen
Single player, Multiplayer, Split screen
critic score
—
78/100
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Easy to pick up for all ages
  • Split‑screen multiplayer adds social fun
  • Wide selection of recognizable songs
  • Customizable characters keep players engaged
  • Engaging motion‑controlled gameplay
  • Robust online multiplayer with World Dance Floor
  • Varied dance modes including fitness and karaoke
  • Supports multiple consoles and second‑screen devices
Cons
  • Graphics are dated by modern standards
  • Limited to two players in split‑screen
  • No online multiplayer matchmaking
  • Requires compatible motion controller for full experience
  • Online features need stable internet connection
  • Limited to songs released up to 2013, older track list
Community & Metrics
Upvotes
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0
User rating
Not enough data
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The Verdict

AI-generated from listing data

Just Dance 2014 offers richer modes, online multiplayer, and broader platform support at a higher price, while Dancing with the Stars is a budget‑friendly, split‑screen party game with fewer features.

Key differences

  • •Online multiplayer: Just Dance 2014 includes World Dance Floor; Dancing with the Stars has none.
  • •Price: Just Dance 2014 costs $59.99; Dancing with the Stars costs $19.99.
  • •Content variety: Just Dance 2014 adds fitness, karaoke, second‑screen playlists; Dancing with the Stars focuses on a limited song list and character outfits.
  • •Platform reach: Just Dance 2014 works on multiple consoles; Dancing with the Stars is limited to PC and PS2.
  • •Gameplay depth: Just Dance 2014 provides multiple dance modes and calorie tracking; Dancing with the Stars offers basic rhythm play only.
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Pricing & value

Dancing with the Stars is $40 cheaper ($19.99 vs $59.99), offering lower entry cost.

Dancing with the Stars

Gameplay & fun factor

Just Dance 2014 includes fitness, karaoke, AutoDance, and second‑screen features, giving more varied fun.

Just Dance 2014

Platform availability

Just Dance 2014 supports multiple consoles; Dancing with the Stars is limited to PC and PS2.

Just Dance 2014

Multiplayer / co‑op

Just Dance 2014 offers online multiplayer via World Dance Floor plus split‑screen; Dancing with the Stars only split‑screen.

Just Dance 2014

Content & replayability

Just Dance 2014 provides alternate choreographies, workout playlists, and karaoke; Dancing with the Stars has a static song library.

Just Dance 2014

Difficulty & accessibility

Both are rated ESRB E10+ and target casual players; no data on difficulty differences.

Tie

Graphics & performance

Dancing with the Stars is noted as having dated graphics, but no graphics data for Just Dance 2014; thus tie not justified.

Dancing with the Stars

Choose Dancing with the Stars if…

Buyers on a tight budget who just need simple local split‑screen dancing.

Choose Just Dance 2014 if…

Buyers who want online dance battles, fitness tracking, and many play modes.

Common questions

Which game is cheaper?

Dancing with the Stars costs $19.99, while Just Dance 2014 costs $59.99.

Do either of these support online multiplayer?

Only Just Dance 2014 offers online multiplayer via the World Dance Floor.

Can I play both games on the same console?

Just Dance 2014 works on multiple consoles; Dancing with the Stars is limited to PC and PS2.