Done
All announced content has been released
High confidence
Where to buy
Steam $4.99
Can't confirm — worth a look
We couldn't confirm these stores carry this game.
Green Man Gaming Steam key Search IndieGala Steam key Search Prices in USD, as listed by each store.
Buying through an affiliate store helps support the site
Evaluation
Before the Echo (originally released as "Sequence" in 2011) is a self-contained rhythm RPG that launched as a complete, finished product. The store description describes a fixed 10+ hour story mode with no mention of post-launch content, DLC, expansions, or updates. There are no DLC listings and no news posts indicating any post-launch content was ever added or planned for this game.
The only developer communication since launch is a February 23, 2026 post announcing a brand-new game — "People of Note" — which the developer describes as their long-awaited spiritual successor to Before the Echo. This post confirms the developer has moved on to a new project rather than continuing development on this title. Before the Echo is treated as a completed, legacy release from which the developer has moved forward.
Evidence
Iridium Studios announced a brand-new game, People of Note, calling Before the Echo a legacy title from 2011 and framing the new game as their true vision. No mention of any future updates to Before the Echo.
Store description presents a fixed, complete product: a 10+ hour story mode with no mention of planned DLC, updates, or post-launch content.
Media
Details
Developer
Publisher
—
Achievements
21
Platform
Windows, macOS, Linux
Controller
full support
Steam Deck
Verified
Players
Single-player
About this game
Before the Echo combines elements of both rhythm and role-playing games to create an entirely unique experience. Join Ky on his ascent of a mysterious Tower, guided onward by a mysterious girl named Naia. Encounter deadly monsters and ridiculous characters, and discover the grand scheme behind Ky's mysterious imprisonment...that is, if you can survive the journey.
Key Features:
- Fully voice-acted, 10+ hour story mode
- With music by Ronald Jenkees and Michael Wade Hamilton
- Deep item synthesis and spell customization mechanics provide a full RPG experience
- Full integration of Steam achievements and cloud saves
Are these done yet?
Last evaluated Jun 28, 2026
Something about this evaluation looks wrong Report illegal or harmful content