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A RAGING RHYTHMSTORM WILL SOON UNLEASH AS WARDRUM LAUNCHES MAY 7TH
Wardrum, a tactical rhythm roguelite developed by Mopeful Games and published by Team17 Digital, is set to launch on May 7th for PC. A new demo is available now, allowing players to experience the game's blend of turn-based tactics and rhythm-based combat.
lunr.rdio.taxi – Beta Sign Up | Alpha Beta Gamer
lunr.rdio.taxi is a new 'DRIFTHM' game that combines drifting mechanics with rhythm-based gameplay, set in a hypercapitalistic future where players pilot an interplanetary taxi. Players earn points by drifting in sync with Brazilian music to increase multipliers, with a focus on narrowly avoiding obstacles. The game features customizable ships, challenge-based leaderboards, and full modding support, and is currently open for beta sign-ups.
Fortnite Festival now lets you hit the skins for real with new MIDI drum kit compatibility
Fortnite Festival has introduced new compatibility for MIDI drum kits, allowing players to use their own hardware for a more authentic drumming experience. This update coincides with the launch of Season 14, featuring Icelandic-Chinese singer Laufey and new unlockable content. The game also now supports free movement within the Jam Ring and a Quick Mix UI for easier track arrangement.
Laufey comes to Fortnite, alongside a new Rock Band-like feature and Save the World
Laufey is the new headliner for Fortnite Festival Season 14, launching on April 16, 2026, with exclusive outfits and new karaoke features. The update also introduces a Rock Band-like mode with Mic Vocals and Pro Drums support, alongside the return of Fortnite Save the World as free-to-play. These additions aim to boost Fortnite's popularity following recent layoffs at Epic Games.
New Fortnite updates turns the game into Singstar and introduces Showdown Act 2
Fortnite has received a new update introducing "Mic Vocals" to Fortnite Festival, allowing players to sing along in real-time with microphones, similar to Singstar. The update also launches Showdown Act 2 for the battle royale mode, featuring a conflict between Jules and Dasha, and makes the Save The World mode free-to-play.
DEFLATE Rhythm Game Adds Leaderboards in Major Community Update
Indie rhythm game DEFLATE has received a major update introducing online-only song leaderboards and personal profiles, transforming the gameplay into a competitive experience. The update also includes performance improvements, bug fixes for offline crashes, and adjustments to song levels, demonstrating the developers' commitment to refining the player experience.
Dosa Divas Review — My Cooking Is The Cooking That Creates The Heavens | Console Creatures
Dosa Divas is a rhythm-based RPG that blends South Indian culture with a familiar sci-fi revenge plot. While the story is considered nonsensical, the game excels with its challenging yet fair combat and cooking mini-games. Reviewed on PlayStation 5, it offers a unique cultural experience with satisfying gameplay mechanics.
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.
Final Fantasy? GTA? Nope, It's Pokemon Bugging Out on S... | TAG
Several gaming news items are covered, including a bug in Pokemon Champions on the Nintendo Switch that requires undocking the system for proper resolution, the anime movie ChaO's unique take on The Little Mermaid, and Framework's concerns about the future of personal computing. Other topics include Marathon's high development budget, the possibility of Link speaking in the Legend of Zelda movie, and discussions around Grand Theft Auto 6's potential delay and pricing. Additionally, Amazon is ending support for older Kindles, a guide for Pokemon Champions' Pokédex is available, and reviews for the Epomaker HE68 Lite keyboard and Final Fantasy 14's upcoming expansion hints are discussed. Finally, Rhythm Heaven Groove has a confirmed summer release date, and Rust 2 is confirmed to not be in development.
Rhythm Heaven Groove pre-orders are live, and there's thankfully no game-key cards in sight
Rhythm Heaven Groove is now available for pre-order on the Nintendo Switch and the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2, with a release date set for July 2, 2026. The game will be priced at $39.99 / £33.99 and will feature the full game on a single cartridge, avoiding the use of game-key cards. No pre-order bonuses or demos have been announced.
CoLane, a lane-switching PC rhythm game, is updated
The PC rhythm game CoLane, developed by Hayabusa, has received an update adding five new songs and 15 new charts. The test version of the game, available on itch.io, also includes updated charts for previously released songs. CoLane is characterized by its lane-switching mechanic and flexible fingering options.
Rhythm Heaven Groove gets July 2026 release date
Nintendo has announced that Rhythm Heaven Groove is scheduled for a July 2026 release. This title is part of Nintendo's planned summer releases.
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.
Nintendo's last ever first party Switch 1 game just revealed its release date
Nintendo has announced that Rhythm Paradise Groove will be released on July 2 for the Nintendo Switch, priced at £33.99. This title is expected to be the final first-party game developed by Nintendo for the original Switch console as the company shifts focus to the upcoming Switch 2. Another Nintendo-developed Switch title, Tomodachi Life: Living The Dream, was released on April 16.
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.
Rift of the NecroDancer Shadowdrops Undertale Music Pack with New Rhythm Battles
Rift of the NecroDancer has shadowdropped a new Undertale music pack, featuring rhythm battles with tracks from the beloved indie RPG. Developed by Brace Yourself Games and Tic Toc Games, and published by Klei Publishing, the DLC is available now for PC via Steam. The pack integrates Undertale's soundtrack into Rift of the NecroDancer's core rhythm-based combat mechanics.
Rhythm Heaven Groove Release Date Set
Nintendo has announced that Rhythm Heaven Groove will be released on the Nintendo Switch on July 2, 2026. The game features rhythm-based minigames, with a new minigame called Slice N Dice highlighted in a brief clip. This marks the fifth entry in the Rhythm Heaven series and the first mainline entry in over a decade.
