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Viral Rhythm Beat-'Em-Up Dead As Disco Is 'Planned' for PS5
Brain Jar's rhythm brawler Dead As Disco is planned for consoles including the PlayStation 5, following its Early Access announcement for PC. The game combines elements of Hi-Fi Rush, Yakuza, and Sifu, featuring combat that syncs with its soundtrack. While PC players can import custom music, console versions will feature an included multi-genre soundtrack.
Marauding minotaurs, more CloverPit and other new indie games worth checking out
This article rounds up several new and upcoming indie games, highlighting titles like the roguelite Minos, the CloverPit DLC Unholy Fusion, and the battle royale typing game Final Sentence. It also features previews for People of Note, Tamashika, Nippets, Dead As Disco, Call of the Elder Gods, and Long Gone, covering their gameplay, platforms, and release details.
Dead as Disco Launches Into Early Access on May 5th, Groovy New Gameplay Released
Dead as Disco, a beat 'em up game that integrates music and combat, is launching into Early Access on May 5th. Players control Charlie Disco, who battles his former bandmates using martial arts and music. The game features a dive bar as a base of operations and allows players to use their own playlists.
Release Dates/Windows
Several games have announced their Early Access release dates via trailers. Alabaster Dawn is set for May 7th, Dead as Disco for May 5th, and Far Far West for April 28th, with Solarpunk also mentioned.
Dead As Disco Brings Music Matched Mayhem to Early Access on May 5th! | Console Creatures
Brain Jar Games announced that Dead As Disco will launch into Early Access on May 5, 2026. The rhythm-action RPG features a neon-drenched world, a narrative campaign, over 30 original songs, and unique boss challenges against characters like Hemlock, Arora, Dex, and Prophet. Players can also restore The Encore music club and uncover the mystery behind Charlie Disco's death.
Dead As Disco Brings Music Matched Mayhem to Early Access on May 5 | Console Creatures
Dead As Disco, a rhythm-action RPG from Brain Jar Games, will launch into Early Access on May 5, 2026. The game features a neon-drenched world, a narrative campaign, over 30 original songs, and unique boss characters. Players can also customize the experience with their own music and restore a music club to uncover a mystery.
Triple-i Initiative: Everything Revealed!
The Triple-i Initiative showcased over 40 new indie games during its 45-minute live stream. Announcements included titles like Castlevania: Belmont's Curse, SpaceCraft, Rift of the Nencrodancer x Undertale, and many more, with several games available for wishlist on Steam or launching in early access soon.
A Year Of Unmissable Games At The Triple-i Initiative Showcase - Full Recap Below
The Triple-i Initiative showcase featured announcements for over 40 games, including new reveals, DLC, and release dates. Many of the showcased titles are available as demos or playtests on Steam until April 16. The event highlighted a diverse range of indie games across various genres.
Dead as Disco Launches May 5 in Early Access with Rhythm-Driven Beat ’Em Up Action; New Trailer Shows Off
Dead as Disco will launch in Early Access on May 5, 2026, for PC via Steam, blending rhythm mechanics with beat 'em up combat. Players control Charlie Disco, a former music icon, fighting former bandmates in music-driven encounters. The Early Access version will include a portion of the campaign, boss fights, unlockable abilities, and music tracks, with plans for multiplayer co-op and more content over the next year.
Viral Sensation Dead As Disco Brings Music Matched Mayhem to Early Access on May 5th!
Brain Jar Games announced that Dead As Disco, a rhythm-driven beat 'em up that gained viral popularity online, will launch in Early Access on May 5th for PC via Steam and the Epic Games Store. The game features music-matched combat, a campaign, customizable music options, and over 30 songs in its original soundtrack.
Dead as Disco launches in Early Access on May 5
The neon-drenched, rhythm-based beat 'em up game Dead as Disco is launching in Early Access on May 5. The game features a unique blend of rhythmic gameplay and classic beat 'em up mechanics.
Triple-I Initiative Showcase 2026: Castlevania, Dead As Disco, And Every Game Shown
The Triple-I Initiative Showcase featured 40 game announcements, including world premieres and DLC for existing titles. Highlights included new looks at Castlevania: Belmont's Curse, Dead as Disco, and Windrose, alongside reveals for games like Final Sentence and Crop. Several titles announced release dates or entered early access, with many coming to PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch.
Triple-I Initiative Showcase 2026: Start Time, How To Watch, And What To Expect
The Triple-I Initiative Showcase 2026 will feature approximately 40 games, including eight world premieres, on April 9. The event will highlight titles from smaller studios and will include updates from developers like Hopoo Games, Evil Empire, and Sunset Visitor, as well as new looks at games such as Windrose and Castlevania: Belmont's Curse.
How to Watch Triple-i Initiative Showcase on April 9 | Console Creatures
Evil Empire's third annual Triple-i Initiative Showcase will take place on April 9th, featuring 40 indie games over 45 minutes. The presentation will include deep dives into titles like Risk of Rain 2 and Castlevania: Belmont's Curse, alongside new announcements from developers of 1000xRESIST and Buckshot Roulette. The showcase will be streamed in 4K/60FPS on platforms including YouTube, Twitch, and Steam.
Morning Multiplex
This article provides a roundup of recent video game development updates and trailers. It features a story development diary for Beyond the Light Episode 3, an early access trailer for Blood Reaver, gameplay footage of the Hemlock boss fight in Dead as Disco, and a pre-order trailer for Gothic 1 Remake.
Dead As Disco is Blowing Up - Viral Rhythm Brawler with 300M+ views hits 1M players and has a big announcement at Triple-i Initiative Showcase
The viral rhythm brawler Dead As Disco has surpassed 1.2 million players and garnered over 300 million views across social media. Developer Brain Jar Games, founded by industry veterans, will reveal major news about the game at the Triple-i Initiative Showcase on April 9th. The game features music-synced combat, custom music integration, and a strong emphasis on player creativity.
Dead As Disco - Exclusive Arora K-Pop Boss Fight Gameplay
Dead As Disco, a neon-drenched Beat 'Em Up where actions sync to music, will soon enter Early Access on PC via Steam and Epic Games Store. The article features exclusive gameplay of the character Charlie battling Arora, a former bandmate and musical legend, in a boss fight.
Dead As Disco Hits the Dance Floor with over 1.2 Million Players Brawling to the Beat!
The demo for Brain Jar Games' debut title, Dead As Disco, has surpassed 1.2 million players. This music-matched Beat 'Em Up, developed by industry veterans, features combat that syncs to the beat and has achieved a 98% "Overwhelmingly Positive" rating on Steam. A major announcement for the game is expected at the Triple-i Initiative Showcase on April 9th.
Triple-i Initiative 2026 Set for April 9 With World Premieres, New Reveals
Evil Empire announced the Triple-i Initiative 2026 digital showcase will air on April 9, featuring over 45 minutes of content including eight world premieres and new reveals. Publishers like Devolver Digital and tinyBuild will present titles such as Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse and Risk of Rain 2, with a post-show segment offering deeper dives into select games.
The Best Of Triple-i Returns: The Third Triple-i Initiative Showcase Airs on April 9 Promising All Killer, No Filler Triple-i Vibes
The third Triple-i Initiative Showcase will air on April 9, featuring 45 minutes of trailers and announcements for over 40 indie games. Developed by Evil Empire, the event will include eight world premieres and updates on titles like Katana ZERO, Vampire Survivors, and Risk of Rain 2. The showcase will be available on platforms including YouTube, Twitch, and Steam, with post-show deep dives also planned.