When did Dead as Disco release?
Dead as Disco launched into Early Access on Steam on May 5, 2026.
Who developed Dead as Disco?
Brain Jar Games is the developer and publisher.
Is Dead as Disco multiplayer?
Not at EA launch. Brain Jar has stated co-op is targeted for the second half of EA. Leaderboards (friend & global) are live in Infinite Disco.
How long is the Story Mode?
Roughly 8–12 hours for a first clear, depending on whether you S-rank Idol fights along the way.
Does Dead as Disco have controller support?
Yes. Xbox, PlayStation and Steam Input all work out of the box. Run Calibration once per device.
Can I use my own music?
Yes — the My Music mode auto-charts any MP3/FLAC/WAV. See the dedicated /soundtrack/my-music guide.
Will my EA progress carry to 1.0?
Brain Jar has confirmed all progression carries forward. Some accessory balance values may change, but cosmetics, Idol clears and Encore upgrades are permanent.
How many Idols are there?
8 in the EA launch build. The 1.0 build will add at least one more (TBA).
Is there a difficulty I should pick?
Normal for first run. Hard unlocks after first Story clear and is where most accessory drops live.
How do I get S-rank?
Maintain combo meter, hit 80%+ Perfect, and avoid Miss judgements. The exact threshold is per-Idol; we list them on each /bosses page.
Is Dead as Disco hard for non-rhythm players?
It is approachable on Easy with Beat Indicator, Visual Beat Pulse and Auto-Combo enabled. The accessibility set is genuinely generous.
Where can I follow patch notes?
Steam community page, the official site at deadasdisco.com, and our /roadmap will be refreshed after each patch.
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