The world of music rhythm games is buzzing, with hits like Beat Saber, Just Dance, and Fortnite Festival captivating players around the globe. These games combine addictive gameplay with the universal appeal of music, creating experiences that are both challenging and fun. As the appetite for innovative rhythm games grows, RedOctane Games has arrived to shake things up. This new studio, built by industry veterans and emerging talent, is on a mission to push the genre to exciting new heights. But there’s one key ingredient they have over all the others, they kind of started the whole craze.
Advancing the Rhythm Game Genre
RedOctane Games is dedicated to reimagining rhythm gaming, blending the best of its history with cutting-edge advancements. The studio is deeply connected to the rhythm game community, building its games with player feedback and collaboration at the core. After months of pre-production, the team is now hard at work on their debut rhythm-based game, set to be announced later this year.
Led by Industry Experts
Heading the studio is Simon Ebejer, a proven games industry leader with deep roots in rhythm gaming. Ebejer previously served as Production Director for multiple Guitar Hero titles at Neversoft, Studio Head at Vicarious Visions, and VP of Operations at Blizzard Entertainment, where he played a key role in delivering Diablo IV. His leadership brings unparalleled expertise to RedOctane Games.
The development team includes creators who worked on iconic rhythm games like Guitar Hero and DJ Hero, alongside emerging talent and influential leaders from today’s global rhythm gaming scene. This blend of experience and fresh ideas positions RedOctane Games to deliver exciting new music game experiences.
Guitar Hero Founders Join as Advisors
Adding to the excitement, Charles and Kai Huang, the original creators of the Guitar Hero franchise, have joined RedOctane Games as advisors. The Huang brothers launched the groundbreaking Guitar Hero series in 2005 in partnership with Harmonix, helping to define a generation of rhythm gaming. Their involvement brings invaluable insight to the studio’s mission of advancing the genre.
What Makes RedOctane Games Unique?
RedOctane Games is building rhythm games that go beyond mere gameplay. According to Simon Ebejer, “Rhythm games are about feel, flow, and connection, not just to the music but to each other. At RedOctane Games, we’re giving back to a genre we love while pushing it forward in bold, exciting ways.”
The studio is being developed with a player-first approach, ensuring fans are part of the creative journey from the very beginning. With a focus on innovation, creativity, and community-built development, RedOctane Games is ready to deliver the next big leap in music rhythm gaming.
With a culture rooted in creativity, technical innovation, and fan collaboration, we are excited to see how RedOctane Games takes us to the next era of rhythm-based games. Their debut title is set to be revealed later this year.
