Rhythm-Based Dungeon Crawler GRIDbeat! Gets First Demo Ahead of Steam Next Fest
Move to the Beat in GRIDbeat! Download the Demo Today.
LOS ANGELES - February 4, 2026 — Acclaim, the iconic publisher that helped define a generation, and developer Ridiculous Games today announced that the first playable demo of their upcoming rhythm-based dungeon crawler, GRIDbeat!, is now available to download on Steam ahead of Steam Next Fest: February 2026 Edition. A Nintendo Switch version of the demo will be available on the Switch eShop later this month.
In GRIDbeat!, you assume the role of a hacker who just breached Knoss.OS, the planet’s most heavily-fortified corporate network, and made off with a payload of priceless data. Now trapped within the sprawling digital labyrinth of the Mainframe, every keystroke is a rhythm, every move a measure in a desperate dance for survival.
Outmanoeuvre relentless security protocols, battle brutal military simulations, and fend off insidious, corrupting viral code… all programmed with one directive: to delete you forever.
GRIDbeat! Official Acclaim Reveal Trailer:
The Steam demo allows players to get into the rhythm of GRIDbeat’s pulse-pounding gameplay. Players can choose from one of nine hackers and test their skills and reflexes as they infiltrate 13 stages, including three Training Sim stages, six main campaign levels, and, for those really wanting to show off their hacking prowess, four unlockable challenge levels.
With three difficulty modes to choose from, this demo should serve as the perfect tool to help players hone their hacking skills ahead of delving into Knoss.OS in the full game when it launches this spring.
“Releasing the GRIDbeat! demo feels like reaching the final checkpoint before the finish line. This moment is a direct result of three years of passion, creativity, and relentless hard work from the incredible Ridiculous Games development team. After building this world around rhythm, movement, and momentum, we’re beyond excited to finally let players experience the Grid for themselves and grateful to our partners at Acclaim for their support in helping us reach this milestone.”
- Jaime Bencia, Senior Producer at Ridiculous Games.
Press & Creators who can't wait to hack to the beat some more after the demo, can already put their name on the list for a full review copy here:
Request a code for GRIDbeat! on Steam or Nintendo SwitchSteam Page: store.steampowered.com/app/3243370/GRIDbeat
Press Kit: playacclaim.com/gridbeat-presskit
Contact: press@piratepr.com & frank.d@playacclaim.com
(developer and publisher interviews welcome!)
About GRIDbeat!
Dungeons! Danger! Rhythm Action! You just hacked into the biggest corporation in the world and stole an unfeasibly valuable amount of data, but getting in was the easy part. To get back out you’ll need to explore the Mainframe, solve puzzles, battle security programs… and do it all on the beat!
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.
Key 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!
GRIDbeat! is primed to surge onto Nintendo Switch and Steam in Q1 2026. For more updates: Wishlist today or follow on Twitter/X or Bluesky!
About Ridiculous Games
Ridiculous Games (formerly Digital Funk Machine and Hijinx Games) is an interactive developer founded in 2017 by industry veterans with over 20+ years experience. Located in Orange County, California, the team has worked on nearly every conceivable platform over the last two decades.
About Acclaim
Originally founded in 1987, Acclaim established itself as a leading global developer, publisher, and mass marketer, bringing beloved franchises such as Mortal Kombat, Turok, and NBA Jam into homes worldwide. Today, Acclaim carries its legacy forward with an unwavering commitment to supporting talented indie developers and delivering high-quality, premium indie games to a global audience. Acclaim’s modern revival stands as a testament to the strength and enduring appeal of its iconic brand.
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