[4] A camera enables users to project their bodies onto the screen in order to keep track of workouts and calories burned.

[6] Robin Parker of GodisaGeek.com praised its vibrant art style, accurate performance of the Kinect sensor.

[12] Marcus Estrada of Hardcore Gamer criticized the unforgiving difficulty of the game, lack of content and variety of quests, over-emphasis on speed instead of actual techniques and over-reliance on post-launch paid content.

He also criticized the game for not reminding players' positioning problems or potential accidents.

He described the game by saying that "Shape Up is a cool concept but a hollow experience which doesn't have nearly enough going for it to keep players hooked long term.