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Blacknut and Acclaim Announce New Multi-Title Partnership Bringing Classic Energy and Fresh Arcade Spirit to Cloud Gaming
Blacknut and Acclaim have announced a new partnership that will bring four Acclaim titles—The Prisoning: Fletcher's Quest, Katanaut, GRIDbeat!, and Basketball Classics—to Blacknut's cloud gaming catalog. This collaboration aims to increase the accessibility of these arcade-style games across various platforms. The games are expected to join the Blacknut platform in the summer of 2026.
GRIDbeat! Update 1.0 Adds Zen Mode And a Wave of Quality-of-Life Upgrades
Acclaim and Ridiculous Games have released Update 1.0 for their rhythm-based dungeon crawler, GRIDbeat!, adding a new Zen Mode with ten levels, new music, and quality-of-life upgrades. The update, available on Steam and Nintendo Switch, also includes adjustable difficulty, UI improvements, and gameplay enhancements. Zen Mode offers a more relaxed experience for players to enjoy the game's music and mechanics.
Acclaim Launches Starting Four Pack Bundle Featuring Its First Indie Titles
Acclaim has launched the "Starting Four Pack" bundle on Steam, featuring its first four indie titles: Katanaut, Basketball Classics, The Prisoning: Fletcher's Quest, and GRIDbeat!. The bundle is available for PC via Steam for $49.99, with individual games also discounted. Similar Spring Sale promotions are running on Nintendo Switch, Xbox One, and Xbox Series storefronts.
Save Big On Incredible Indies With Acclaim Starting Four Pack and Spring Sale
Publisher Acclaim, Inc. has launched the Acclaim Starting Four Pack bundle on PC via Steam and initiated Spring Sale promotions for its titles on console storefronts. The bundle includes four indie games: Katanaut, Basketball Classics, The Prisoning: Fletcher’s Quest, and GRIDbeat!, with individual titles also available at a discount.
Feature: Nintendo Life eShop Selects (April 2026)
Nintendo Life has revealed its eShop Selects for April 2026, highlighting the top three reviewed games released on the Nintendo Switch eShop that month. Vampire Crawlers took first place, followed by OPUS: Prism Peak and Mouse: P.I. For Hire. The article also mentions several honorable mentions and games that narrowly missed the top three.
Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (25th April)
Nintendo Life staff share their gaming plans for the weekend, discussing a variety of titles across Nintendo Switch and other platforms. The team mentions recent releases like Splatoon, Yoshi's Mysterious Book, and several reviewed games, alongside personal favorites and upcoming titles.
Acclaim Brings Indie Excitement to LVL Up Expo With GRIDbeat! and Ground Zero Hero
Acclaim is showcasing two of its upcoming indie titles, Ground Zero Hero and GRIDbeat!, at the LVL Up Expo in Las Vegas. Ground Zero Hero is a horde survival action roguelike with a unique art style, set to launch on Steam on April 30. GRIDbeat! is a rhythm-infused dungeon-crawler that has received positive reviews on Steam and is available on Nintendo Switch and PC.
Review: GRIDbeat! (Switch) - A Brutal Yet Absorbing Rhythm Experience
GRIDbeat! is a brutal yet absorbing rhythm game for the Nintendo Switch, featuring unique visuals, sharp gameplay, and excellent music. Players navigate levels by jumping to the beat, avoiding hazards like turrets and rotating barriers, and hacking blocked paths. Developed by Ridiculous Games and published by Acclaim, the game offers a challenging experience with a strong presentation that pulses to its synth-heavy soundtrack.
GRIDbeat! Review — Rocking In the Digital World | Console Creatures
GRIDbeat! is a new rhythm-action game from Ridiculous Games that blends nostalgic arcade aesthetics with modern gameplay. Players take on the role of a hacker taking down a corporation through grid-based levels set to a rocking soundtrack. While later stages can become frustratingly long, the game offers a visually stunning and musically engaging experience with plenty of unlockables for replayability.
The rhythm action game, GRIDbeat!, is out now for PC and the Switch
The rhythm-based dungeon crawler GRIDbeat! is now available for PC via Steam and digitally on the Nintendo Switch eShop. Developed by Acclaim, Inc. and Ridiculous Games, the game features a neon-saturated aesthetic.
The rhythm action game, ‘GRIDbeat!’, is out now for PC and the Switch
The rhythm action game GRIDbeat! is now available for PC and Nintendo Switch. Reviewer Oliver Shellding praises the game's engaging music, vibrant cyber funk aesthetic, and addictive gameplay, noting that the pros significantly outweigh the cons and offering a compelling challenge for completionists.
GRIDbeat Launches
GRIDbeat, a rhythm-based dungeon crawler with a science-fiction theme from Ridiculous Games and Acclaim, has officially launched after its Early Access period. The game is now available on PC and Nintendo Switch.
Review - GRIDbeat! (PC) | WayTooManyGames
GRIDbeat! is a marvelous rhythm game that immediately draws players in with its engaging music and movement. The blend of poppy beats and deep cyber funk, combined with challenging levels and a compelling storyline, makes for a highly replayable experience. The game offers significant challenges for completionists, encouraging players to dive deep into its vibrant world.
GRIDbeat! Brings Infectious, Rhythm-Based Dungeon Crawling to Switch and Steam today
GRIDbeat!, a rhythm-based dungeon crawler developed by Ridiculous Games and published by Acclaim, Inc., is now available on Nintendo Switch and Steam for $19.99. The game features beat-based movement and combat, an electrifying soundtrack, and evolving abilities. A free demo is also available for Nintendo Switch.
Review - GRIDbeat! (PC) | WayTooManyGames
GRIDbeat! is a marvelous music and rhythm game for PC that immediately draws players in with its vibrant cyber funk beats and engaging gameplay. The challenges and featured levels offer significant replayability, making it a compelling experience for completionists.
GRIDbeat! Brings Infectious, Rhythm-Based Dungeon Crawling to Switch and Steam Today
GRIDbeat!, a rhythm-based dungeon crawler from Acclaim, Inc. and Ridiculous Games, has launched today on Nintendo Switch and PC (Steam) for $19.99. The game features beat-based movement, combat, and puzzle-solving within a corporate network. Demos are available for both platforms, with progress carrying over to the full game.
Kingdom Builder RAEV: Kingdom on the Distant Shores Closed Beta Test Live
RAEV: Kingdom on the Distant Shores, a kingdom builder from RAVINE Games and V Publishing, is currently in a closed beta test on PC via Steam, running until March 30. The beta allows players to develop settlements into cities, manage governance, and send out expeditions. The article also briefly mentions other game releases and updates, including Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O. World Stage for Nintendo Switch, GRIDbeat!, Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds, PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS' 2026 roadmap, a Call of Duty: Warzone charity stream, and Johnny Gioeli's upcoming tour.
Rhythm-Based Dungeon Crawler GRIDbeat! Now Available
The rhythm-based dungeon crawler GRIDbeat! is now available on Nintendo Switch and PC via Steam for $19.99. Developed by Ridiculous Games and published by Acclaim, the game challenges players to sync with the music for movement and combat. Creative Director Dan Kingdom and Senior Producer Jaime Bencia expressed excitement for the game's launch, highlighting the team's dedication to perfecting the rhythm gameplay.
Rhythm-Based Dungeon-Crawler 'GRIDbeat!' Now Available on PC and Switch
Acclaim and Ridiculous Games have released their rhythm-based dungeon-crawler GRIDbeat! on PC and Nintendo Switch for $19.99, with a transferable demo available on Switch. The game challenges players to synchronize movement and combat with the music within a corporate network, featuring AI Gatekeeper boss battles and softpower tools.
Rhythm-Based Dungeon Crawler GRIDbeat! Rocks GDC With New Gameplay Trailer and 26 March Release Date
GRIDbeat!, a rhythm-based dungeon crawler developed by Ridiculous Games and published by Acclaim, will launch on Nintendo Switch and Steam on March 26, 2026. A new trailer showcased the game's neon visuals, electro soundtrack, and beat-synced gameplay where players navigate mazes, solve puzzles, and battle bosses. The game challenges players to move to the beat to survive within a corporate network.