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The ultimate dance game is back with Just Dance 2022, complete with new universes and showcasing 40 hot new tracks, ranging from chart-topping hits to greatest classics. This year's edition of our perennial favorite from Ubisoft features well-loved songs by top artists, including "Level Up" by Ciara and "Believer," by Imagine Dragons. This installment of the No. 1 music videogame franchise of all time includes a collaboration with singer, dancer, actor, and choreographer Todrick Hall, who unveils a new version of his hit "Nails, Hair, Hips, Heels," created exclusively for the game. Players will have fun while breaking a sweat with Meghan Trainor, Katy Perry, and Taylor Swift, and there are more than 700 tracks available on Just Dance Unlimited. A 30-day free trial of the subscription service is included with the game, which is rated E 10+and is available on Switch, PS5, PS4, Xbox Series XIS, Xbox One, and Stadia.

Electronic Arts Inc. brings the superstar treatment to hockey fans everywhere with EA Sports NHL 22. This breakthrough experience is now powered by the Frostbite engine, and every player and arena are showcased in unrivaled visual detail and delivered in higher resolution. Players have enhanced spatial awareness and can track and react to the world around them. New physically accurate stick interactions result in battles for the puck that are fair and based on skill; stick-onbody contact leads to more accurate penalty calls; and more realistic movement along the boards revs up the excitement. The introduction of Superstar X-Factors unleashes unique abilities for the best players in the game, with traits inspired by their individual real-world skills. Game modes include Hockey Ultimate Team, allowing fans to build their fantasy lineup; World of Chel;Be a Pro; and Franchise Mode. We know that hockey encompasses a diverse community of passionate players, all united by their love of the sport, and NHL 22 is embracing this culture. Available on PS5, Xbox Series XIS, PS4, and Xbox One, the game is rated E10+.

Developed by Ubisoft Annecy, Riders Republic invites players to jump into a lively social playground where they can experience the thrill of outdoor sports in an open and densely populated world. Players can compete and...