Rhythm Heaven Groove Drums Up Switch Release Date
Nintendo has officially announced that Rhythm Heaven Groove will launch on Nintendo Switch on July 2nd, 2026. The rhythm game was first revealed during Nintendo’s March Direct presentation last year with only a vague 2026 release window. Today’s announcement marked the first significant update in a year, finally pinning down the specific release date alongside fresh gameplay footage.
Nintendo simultaneously opened pre-orders and revealed the game’s price: £33.99 in Europe and $39.99 in North America. The pricing has been welcomed by fans as surprisingly affordable, coming in considerably lower than many had anticipated. The cost is also notably cheaper than recent Switch releases, such as Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream, making it an accessible entry point for rhythm game fans.
Pre-orders are now live on both the European and North American eShops, allowing players to secure their copy ahead of the summer release. The game represents the fifth title in the Rhythm Heaven/Paradise franchise and marks a significant return to the series on Nintendo’s current hardware.
The announcement included official box art that was praised for its appearance. With the specific release date now confirmed and pre-orders available, anticipation continues to build for the rhythm title that had been shrouded in mystery since its initial reveal over a year ago.