As of March 29, 2025, Nintendo has announced a new installment in the Rhythm Heaven series titled Rhythm Heaven Groove. This upcoming rhythm game is scheduled for release on the Nintendo Switch in 2026. Famiboards+7Polygon+7YouTube+7Wikipedia+8Wikipedia+8Nintendo+8
Key Details:
- Announcement: The game was unveiled during the Nintendo Direct presentation on March 27, 2025.
- Gameplay: Players can expect a collection of diverse rhythm-based mini-games, each designed to test timing and coordination skills. The music for Rhythm Heaven Groove is produced by the renowned Japanese musician Tsunku♂, who has been a consistent contributor to the series. Polygon+1Gematsu+1Wikipedia+10Gematsu+10Nintendo+10
- Series Background: This title marks the fifth entry in the Rhythm Heaven series and the first new release since Rhythm Heaven Megamix in 2015 for the Nintendo 3DS. Polygon+3Wikipedia+3Wikipedia+3
Given the anticipated launch of the Nintendo Switch 2 in 2025, there is speculation that Rhythm Heaven Groove may be compatible with both the original Switch and its successor, although official confirmation is pending. YouTube+8Polygon+8Polygon+8
As the release date approaches, Nintendo is expected to provide further updates and details about the game. Fans are encouraged to follow official Nintendo communications for the latest information.
For a visual preview, you can watch the official announcement trailer below:
