Klang
Released Sep 2016
Klang is an innovative take on traditional rhythm games that pushes the genre beyond pressing buttons to tempo into a world of fast-paced exploration, platforming and combat.
70% positive · 127 reviews
Done
All announced content has been released
High confidence
Done
All announced content has been released
High confidence
Where to buy
Steam $9.99
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Evaluation
Klang launched on September 22, 2016 as a self-contained rhythm-action platformer. The store description presents it as a complete package with a defined playtime of 2–4 hours, an unlockable difficulty mode, and a soundtrack DLC that released alongside the game on launch day. No post-launch content updates or expansions were ever released for the original Klang.
The developer (Tom-Ivar of Tinimations) shifted focus to a sequel, Klang 2, which began development in mid-2017. News posts from 2019 and 2020 confirm that all subsequent creative energy went into that separate title. A December 2022 developer video explicitly frames the original Klang as a completed debut work, referring to it in retrospective terms and even offering tips on how to enjoy it "in the current year" — the language of a finished game being revisited, not one receiving ongoing development. That post also confirms Klang 2 has since launched across multiple platforms, meaning the sequel itself is complete and separate.
Klang launched as a finished product and has never received post-launch content. The sole DLC is the original soundtrack, which shipped on release day. There is nothing outstanding or undelivered.
Evidence
Developer Tom-Ivar reflects on Klang in retrospective terms as Tinimation's completed debut title, describes designing 'two experimental rhythm-action games' (both now released), and offers tips for playing Klang 1 'in the current year' — framing it as a finished work to revisit.
Developer confirms all post-launch work went into Klang 2, not the original game. No new content for Klang 1 was announced.
Content
1 of 1 released · no outstanding content
Media
Details
Developer
Publisher
Snow Cannon Games
Achievements
24
Platform
Windows
Controller
full support
Steam Deck
Not rated
Players
Single-player
About this game
Klang is an innovative take on traditional rhythm games that pushes the genre beyond pressing buttons to tempo into a world of fast-paced exploration, platforming and combat.
In Klang, players assume the role of a tuneblade-wielding, elite rave warrior on a quest to free himself from the shackles of Soundlord Sonus. Become one with the music as you battle your way through increasingly challenging levels, timing every action and attack to audio visual cues.
Set to the music of legendary EDM composer, bLiNd, Klang is an adrenaline rush sure to challenge even the most skilled of multitaskers.
Key Features
In Klang, players assume the role of a tuneblade-wielding, elite rave warrior on a quest to free himself from the shackles of Soundlord Sonus. Become one with the music as you battle your way through increasingly challenging levels, timing every action and attack to audio visual cues.
Set to the music of legendary EDM composer, bLiNd, Klang is an adrenaline rush sure to challenge even the most skilled of multitaskers.
Key Features
- Fast and euphoric rhythm-based gameplay
- Beautiful neon aesthetic
- Original soundtrack by the illustrious EDM composer, bLiNd
- 2 to 4 hours of playtime, plus an unlockable Nightcore difficulty mode to separate the truly hardcore from the casuals
- Play with a keyboard, Xbox 360, Xbox One or PS4 controller
- Steam Trading Cards
Last evaluated Jun 27, 2026
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