Publisher Acclaim and developer Ridiculous Games announced a release date for GRIDbeat!, their new rhythm action dungeon crawler game.
GRIDbeat! is set to launch for Windows PC (via Steam) and Switch later next month, on March 26th. A playable demo is available now.
“GRIDbeat! is built around rhythm as a core mechanic. Every movement, every pulse, every enemy encounter is powered by an electric soundtrack,” said Ridiculous Games senior producer Jaime Bencia in a press release. “We’re incredibly proud of what the RG team has accomplished and thrilled to finally share it with players. Our sincere thanks to Acclaim for their partnership and support in bringing this vision to life.”
Here’s a rundown on the game, plus a new trailer:
Welcome to GRIDbeat! A rhythm-fueled cyber-dungeon crawler where every move must match the music or risk total system shutdown.
You just breached Knoss.OS, the planet’s most fortified corporate network, and made off with a payload of priceless data. Now you’re trapped inside, hunted by rogue security protocols and hostile malware. Your only way out? Sync with the system. Move to the beat. And escape before the grid locks you down for good.
Features
- Beat-Based Dungeon Crawling – In GRIDbeat!, movement, combat, and interaction all happen on the beat. Every level is a tactical challenge where rhythm equals survival.
- Pulse-Pounding Maze Exploration – As you navigate the data labyrinths, keep an eye out for all manner of hazards, including Server Formats that can wipe a level clean.
- Evolving Abilities & Power-Ups – Install powerful software tools to help you overcome system threats, uncover secrets and solve challenges.
- Cyber.Mind Boss Battles – Defeat powerful AI gatekeepers in intense beat-based battles to continue your journey and reach the final exit port out of the Mainframe.
- Step into the Rhythm! – GRIDbeat’s electrifying soundtrack pulls you into the action, where every move, ability, and attack pulses to the beat. Sync your gameplay with the music and let the soundtrack guide your every step through the grid!
