New Rhythm Heaven game announced at Nintendo Direct

You read that right — there’s a brand new Rhythm Heaven game, Rhythm Heaven Groove, coming to Nintendo Switch… in 2026. Nonetheless, fans are likely thrilled to have any update on any new game in the series that hasn’t had a new title since 2015 for the Nintendo 3DS.

Rhythm Heaven Groove looks to be what it says on the tin: a head-boppin’ rhythm RPG that has players clicking to the beat to get to the next level. In true Rhythm Heaven form, the game will have tons of mini-games inside, but all of the games will test your sense of timing. You might even have to practice polyrhythms!

The game was announced at Thursday’s Nintendo Direct, which streamed live just six days before the planned Switch 2 Direct on April 2. The Nintendo Switch 2 is slated for launch within 2025, so it’s likely that Rhythm Heaven Groove will be compatible with both the original Switch and its successor.