Beatblock

Early access since Sep 2025

THE BEAT REVOLVES AROUND YOU in Beatblock, the headspinning rhythm-action game! Move your paddle and block to the beat in simple yet deviously bombastic levels, each complete with their own unique theming and visuals.

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Steam Updated 12 Oct 2026 $14.99

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Evaluation

Beatblock entered Steam Early Access on September 26, 2025 and has maintained a consistent monthly cadence of major content updates ever since, adding new songs, gameplay features, and editor tools with each release. The most significant new information since the previous evaluation is the August 31, 2026 update post (version 1.9.0 "Big Score"), which the developer explicitly titled "THE LAST MAJOR EARLY ACCESS UPDATE." In that post, BubbleTabby confirmed that version 2.0 — the full 1.0 release — is planned for "near the end of this year" (late 2026), and that reaching 2.0 will allow them to call the game "content-complete." The developer also noted that post-2.0 updates remain a possibility, framing them as a bonus rather than a commitment. Earlier context fills in additional planned milestones for the 2.0 launch: a March 2026 post outlined localizations into Traditional and Simplified Chinese, Japanese, and Korean, and mentioned paid song packs as something under consideration. The July 30, 2026 update had also teased "fun news once we hit 2.0," suggesting related announcements are still forthcoming. The game remains in Early Access with a clearly communicated path to its full release later in 2026. Development is active, well-documented, and on track as of the last developer communication on August 31, 2026.

Evidence

Major content update 1.9.0 'Big Score' ships two new songs, explicitly marked as the final major content update before the full release.

news post · Aug 31, 2026 source content shipped

high

Developer explicitly calls version 1.9.0 'THE LAST MAJOR EARLY ACCESS UPDATE' and announces the full 1.0 launch (version 2.0) is planned for late 2026, at which point they will consider the game content-complete. Post-2.0 updates described as a bonus if development continues.

news post · Aug 31, 2026 source content planned

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Details

Developer

BubbleTabby

Publisher

SKY HOUR WORKS

Achievements

Platform

Windows, macOS, Linux

Controller

full support

Steam Deck

Playable

Players

Single-player

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About this game

Beatblock is a headspinning rhythm game with a simple goal: hit blocks to the beat as the paddle-wielding Cranky. The song revolves around you, and it's your job to keep up. Twist your way through a variety of tracks, hone your skills with different block types, and groove to the music!

Meet the Atom Map, your guide to the beats and blocks you'll face. Start with the Intro to pick up the basics, then twirl through four different block types to get the hang of things! Every single song has its own unique visuals and style, so there's something for everyone to enjoy.

Once you've mastered the mechanics, you'll be ready for the Fusion levels- where block types get combined, and experts are forged. Push your endurance even further in the Marathon mode against a back-to-back selection of songs and maybe discover the unknown...

Put your creative skills to work with the built-in level editor, the same tool our development team uses for the main game's levels. Chart to your favorite songs, and take advantage of the editor's robust effects & functions to let the music shine!

FEATURES

Explore new mechanics across 40+ songs in the Atom Map, from learning the basics to tackling challenges!
- More songs are planned for future updates, with our song count already nearly doubled through free updates!
Flow with the music in different ways with multiple block types.
Tailor-made visuals for every song to set the scene (or mess with you...)
Customize Cranky however you want with unlockable costumes!
Chart a new path on your own songs with the built-in level editor!
Accessibility options to tweak the game and have fun on your own terms!

Last evaluated Sep 9, 2026