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Play PUMP IT UP’s arrow charts to music on keyboard or gamepad, then practice, climb divisions, or tackle map missions.
Released 29 Mar 2026
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PUMP IT UP RISE is the official PC version of the PUMP IT UP series, the arcade rhythm game franchise loved for over 25 years. Optimized for keyboard, gamepad, Steam Deck, and more, it brings the excitement of arcade-style rhythm action back to you on Steam.
Developed by ANDAMIRO · Published by ANDAMIRO
PUMP IT UP RISE is a PC rhythm game in which players hit arrow-chart steps in time with music. Its charts are adapted for hand play, with 5K Single and 6K Double formats and support for keyboard and gamepad.
Choose from four modes: WARM UP for playing songs without worrying about failure, DIVISION for ranking against players of similar skill, CHALLENGE for skill evaluation across ten levels, and WORLDMAX for clearing event charts and exploring a map.
The song library includes more than 300 tracks, combining classics from the series with original songs. The game describes its lineup as expandable through song updates and seasonal DLC.
Players who enjoy the game often praise its wide song selection, familiar series tracks, and rhythm gameplay that feels distinct from other keyboard rhythm games. Some also highlight the Worldmax missions and the nostalgic appeal of playing PUMP IT UP at home. Criticism recurs around the online connection requirement, timing and hold-note behavior, the interface, and differences from arcade play; reactions to the hand-adapted charts vary.
PUMP IT UP RISE is the official PC version of the PUMP IT UP series, the arcade rhythm game franchise loved for over 25 years.
Its signature step-chart gameplay has been newly reworked for a wide range of input options, including keyboard, gamepad, and Steam Deck, so you can fully enjoy Pump’s trademark impact and rhythm-action excitement with your hands.
The difficulty structure and overall gameplay experience have also been redesigned for PC, making the game accessible and enjoyable for everyone from newcomers to seasoned players.
Chart Design Optimized for Multiple Input Styles
The original step-based charts have been reworked specifically for keyboard and gamepad play.
From 5K SINGLE to 6K DOUBLE, each chart has been tailored to its control scheme, delivering the series’ signature rhythm and satisfying gameplay feel in a PC environment.
4 Game Modes (STATION)
WARM UP: A practice-friendly mode where you can freely play every song without worrying about failure.
DIVISION: A ranking mode where you can compete against players of similar skill levels.
CHALLENGE: A skill evaluation mode built around 10 levels of DIVISION.
WORLDMAX: A challenge mode where you clear event charts and explore the map.
A Rich Song Lineup with Even More to Come
From iconic series classics such as “Beethoven Virus,” “Turkey March,” and “Canon D” to brand-new original songs introduced in RISE, the game includes over 300 tracks by default.
After launch, the song lineup will continue to grow through new song updates and seasonal DLC.
Steam Deck Support and Optimized Play
Developed with Steam Deck compatibility in mind from the earliest stages, PUMP IT UP RISE has been optimized for smooth play across a variety of input devices, including keyboard and gamepad.
| Platforms | Windows |
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| Achievements | 73 |
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| Controller support | PlayStation, Xbox |
| Controller required | No |
| DLC / extras | 6 listed on Steam |
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