Dance Central Spotlight

 Xbox One
Metascore
74

Mixed or average reviews - based on 19 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 9 out of 19
  2. Mixed: 10 out of 19
  3. Negative: 0 out of 19
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  1. IGN
    Sep 24, 2014
    74
    Though it feels like it moves a step back in the series’ multiplayer potential, the hundreds of dance moves, great progression between difficulties, and the more realized Fitness mode pick up the slack.
  2. Gaming Nexus
    Sep 2, 2014
    74
    While not the best “game” there is, this is one of the best displays of the latest Kinect technology. The move to digital is a great choice, as is giving you the ability to compile the soundtrack of your liking in the long run. There just needed to be a lot more meat on the bones of this meal, as well as the ability to get to the main course a bit quicker.
  3. Destructoid
    Oct 9, 2014
    70
    If you have an Xbox 360 and a Kinect handy, you'd be better off just picking up prior Dance Central games on the cheap and reaping the benefits of an extended library, better multiplayer, and more game modes. But for everyone else who bought an Xbox One and has a Kinect collecting dust, it's a great way to bring some life to your next party.
  5. IGN Italia
    Oct 2, 2014
    70
    It's a new, competent episode, but there's nothing really new here, apart from the business model strongly based on DLC.
  6. Level7.nu
    Sep 29, 2014
    70
    With a low entry price but very few songs included Dance Central tries a new way to find success. Just as the previous Dance Central games the core gameplay in Spotlight shines, even though it doesn’t really bring anything new to the table. If you want a good Kinect game, this is the one to get.
  7. Worth Playing
    Sep 10, 2014
    70
    It speaks volumes about the core mechanics when Dance Central Spotlight can still be considered a good game despite its issues.
  8. Hardcore Gamer
    Sep 4, 2014
    70
    Dance Central Spotlight will be a hard pill to swallow for the legions of rhythm fans burnt out on Rock Band DLC, but will suit those who’ve accepted DLC culture just fine. Cost-conscious gamers should proceed with caution because that $10 purchase price is just the beginning.
  9. Cheat Code Central
    Sep 4, 2014
    70
    If you still have the dancing bug in you, give Dance Central: Spotlight a shot. If not, well, it’s not like you are missing out on much other than a short 10 track offering.
  10. Official Xbox Magazine UK
    Nov 5, 2014
    60
    Modern, pretty and competent, but devoid of stupid fun and a soul. [Dec 2014, p.78]
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  11. Game Informer
    Sep 10, 2014
    60
    When you’re dancing Spotlight is fun, but it is easily the weakest game in the Dance Central series.

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#42 Best Xbox One Game of 2014
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#58 Most Discussed Xbox One Game of 2014
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#56 Most Shared Xbox One Game of 2014

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User Score
6.8

Mixed or average reviews- based on 50 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 29 out of 50
  2. Mixed: 9 out of 50
  3. Negative: 12 out of 50
  1. Prezident
    Sep 23, 2014
    10
    My lovely kinect game :З With it I learned to dance! Incredeble treks, cool motion, beautiful cherecter and kinect works very good!) feel freeMy lovely kinect game :З With it I learned to dance! Incredeble treks, cool motion, beautiful cherecter and kinect works very good!) feel free to buy)… Full Review »
  2. busbfran
    Sep 22, 2014
    9
    Dance Central is A must have for all Xbox One owners! Funky songs, complex dance moves and down right fun mechanics, makes this the mostDance Central is A must have for all Xbox One owners! Funky songs, complex dance moves and down right fun mechanics, makes this the most enjoyable connect game on Xbox Live. What are you waiting for!… Full Review »
  3. SchroederRock
    Oct 1, 2014
    7
    Easily the best game that utilizes Kinect technology, Dance Central Spotlight is both excellent and a bit cumbersome as a rhythmic dance game.Easily the best game that utilizes Kinect technology, Dance Central Spotlight is both excellent and a bit cumbersome as a rhythmic dance game. It's $10 price tag will easily make it worth a gamble investment. The game is definitely meant for families and friends since there's little to reward or engage individual players (other than mastering the material). The promise of expansive DLC that will be available for $2 per track (unless special sales hit the DCS store) is great since you can customize the game soundtrack without paying $50 for a playlist that you may love/hate. Still, $2 a song is a bit steep since you're not getting much. There isn't quite enough DLC at launch to merit a purchase from myself, so the hope that the store explodes quickly is definitely in play for me.… Full Review »
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