One game burns about 250 calories. Ten just dance games would burn 2500 calories- only long version.
I wish it burned that many calories. I have checked a few sources and about 20 calories per song is more accurate which puts you about 200 calories every half hour. That seems about right when compared to doing the elliptical or running for a half hour. I get more tired doing the elliptical and that burns 400 per half hour at the clip I go. I am not that tired when I do Just Dance although it is a lot more fun. Of course, this depends on your weight and fitness level.
It also depends on how active you are with the game... Running isn't the same as jumping around. Full-body cardio burns more than running on an elliptical. If all you do is follow the arm movement, you won't burn much.
However, if you're like myself who is sweating after medium impact songs because you actually mimic feet, arms, and the rest of the body, you'll burn a lot more because you're in sync with the games movement. The calorie counter expects you to burn the proper amount by using your entire body, not just your arm alone (which most beginners have the habit of doing).
The game has 14,000 a week calorie burner. Which is to help you lose around 4 lbs a week, or a bit less depending on how much you ate that day and if you do any other exercise. And from people who played, many do find themselves losing a few lbs a week if they do it correctly and religiously.
In the end though, it's impossible to trust ANY calorie counter. I've been on machines that count much slower than others and some that count faster. But it's said that when you high-five someone, you burn a calorie. Your body burns calories naturally even if without movement (Just not as fast), so, the game probably isn't spot on, but one has to remember it expects you to use your entire body, not just an arm.
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