Rock the Rim

Released Jul 2025

Dive into a choice-driven visual novel blending basketball dreams and musical passion. Shape André’s journey, uncover hidden secrets, build relationships, and chase fame in a gripping mystery of destiny and drama.

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Steam Updated 10 Oct 2026 $8.99

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Evaluation

Rock the Rim launched on July 6, 2025 as the first chapter of a visual novel blending basketball and music. The developer has been clear that this is an episodic release with more content planned. On December 25, 2025, the developer announced that a new chapter was targeting Q2 2026, that DLC was in active development, and that an official soundtrack would be coming to Steam ahead of the new chapter. On March 3, 2026, the developer posted an update disclosing that their lead 3D artist would be entering mandatory national service starting in April 2026, which would pause Episode 2 development during his absence. The team indicated they would continue with polish work, rendering, and script expansion in the interim. The Q2 2026 window for the new chapter has now passed (as of June 18, 2026), and there has been no further communication from the developer since March 3, 2026 — no update on when the lead artist's service obligation ends, no revised release timeline for Episode 2 or the DLC, and no confirmation that development has resumed. The planned content has not been delivered, and the developer has gone silent past the expected delivery window.

Evidence

Lead 3D artist entering mandatory national service in April 2026, pausing Episode 2 development. Team to continue with polish, render work, and script expansion in the meantime.

news post · Mar 3, 2026 source ambiguous

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Developer announced a new chapter targeting Q2 2026, an official soundtrack coming to Steam, and DLC in active development.

news post · Dec 25, 2025 source content planned

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Details

Developer

RedWhite & Waifuz

Publisher

RWA Studios

Achievements

Platform

Windows, macOS, Linux

Controller

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Steam Deck

Playable

Players

Single-player

3D Nudity Music Hentai Indie Realistic Sexual Content Romance Basketball Casual Visual Novel Story Rich Choices Matter Multiple Endings Episodic

About this game

Rock the Rim, a cinematic visual novel that fuses the thrill of basketball and the passion of music with choice-driven storytelling. Step into André’s world: challenge rivals on the court, captivate hearts with your compositions, and unravel the mysteries of your past. Every decision shapes your narrative and destiny—what path will you choose?

Features

Over 1,400 cinematic static images and 46 cinematic animations
2 hours of immersive gameplay
8 original songs composed exclusively for the game
32 atmospheric sound effects
54 ambient sounds
Cinematic storytelling
A deep choice system that shapes André’s journey

Story and Choices

As André, 18 years old, you're searching for your path in a world full of talent and pressure. Raised by Logan and Fiona, this house feels like anything but home. Blake’s jealousy keeps pushing you away, while Kayla’s quiet affection lingers in your thoughts. Faded memories—unresolved secrets about your family—follow your every step. Will you rise as a basketball superstar or light up the stage as a rock icon? Your choices will shape your relationships and determine how your story unfolds. Will you chase fame and leave the past behind, or be consumed by the weight of your memories?

Why Play?

Rock the Rim blends the energy of basketball with the passion of music, wrapped in a cinematic mystery. Feel the thrill of André’s slam dunks, stage performances, and a dynamic world full of meaningful connections. With original music and cinematic animations, every moment hits hard. Replay again and again to explore different choices, paths, and relationships — write your story your way.

Episodes

Rock the Rim: Season 1 - Episode 1 launches André’s adventure! This episode delivers a striking beginning. Continue with Episode 2, Episode 3, and beyond—each available as separate DLCs. André’s past and future unfold step by step through these additional stories.