DanSparkling (2023)

Developer: Uniflex Co., Ltd.
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Casual, Indie, Simulation, Sports, Early Access
Rating: 3.1 of 5, 26 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 1.5 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

You flail and dance in front of a webcam, seeing your own mirrored movements on a cute, customizable character synced to upbeat electronic music.

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What players say

Players compare it to a Kinect dance game playable with a webcam or phone camera, but many report development stalled with no updates since mid-2023 and a dead Discord server. Camera recognition is finicky and requires a large room, while the lack of an offset option and poor charting frustrate some. The game includes only one free body type, with others locked behind the store.

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