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As fallen star Charlie Disco, fight former bandmates in beat-synced brawls and reclaim the stage with music-driven skills.
Released 05 May 2026
Fight On The Beat
Battle Musical Idols
Import Your Songs
Martial arts meets music video in Dead as Disco, a neon-drenched Beat ‘Em Up where every punch, kick, and combo syncs to the music. Join Charlie Disco on a quest to confront the villainous Idols and reunite the band.
Developed by Brain Jar Games, Inc. · Published by Brain Jar Games, Inc.
You play as Charlie Disco, a fallen music icon returning for one night to confront former bandmates turned musical Idols. Fight through a neon-lit world shaped by music and fame as Charlie tries to reunite the band and learn more about his past.
Combat blends beat ’em up action with rhythm: attack, dodge, parry, and chain moves in time with each track. The Idols’ battles feature distinct musical styles, while regular enemies, stages, and attacks help turn fights into music-led spectacles.
Defeating Idols unlocks skills and moves to add to Charlie’s combat options. Between fights, you can take on challenges, collect items and fashion, and renovate the Dive Bar hub. You can also play with music from your own library and customize its synchronization.
Players often enjoy the satisfying feel of fighting in time with the music, and many highlight the option to use their own songs. Reviews also praise the soundtrack, vivid presentation, and distinctive boss stages. Some players, however, feel the current Early Access offering has limited content or needs more polish.
Dead as Disco puts you in the shoes of Charlie Disco, a fallen icon with one chance to reclaim the spotlight from the Idols – Charlie’s ex-bandmates and musical legends. Confront the Idols in stylish combat that syncs to every song, and survive a world torn apart by music, fame, and betrayal In this action-packed, literal Beat ‘Em Up.
Attack, dodge, and take-down enemies in perfect sync with the music. Master the musical path of each Idol to unlock new talents, moves, and dances. The groove isn’t just for the show: it’s your ultimate Beat Kune Do.
Journey through a handcrafted, non-linear story of reunion, revenge, and redemption.
For the first time in 10 years, the living members of the legendary band, Dead as Disco, are reuniting -- for a concert honoring their dead drummer, Charlie Disco.
You are Charlie Disco, and for one night only, you can have your revenge.
Confront your ex-bandmates, now the larger-than-life Idols, and uncover the secrets of the past to find out the truth of who really killed Disco.
Featuring an original OST (streamer-safe), plus licensed bangers from past and present.
Collect over-the-top fashion from all the stars in the world of Disco. No matter what look you choose, you’ll always leave an impression.
Customize your home away from home, the Dive Bar, by collecting memorabilia from past and present, and in the process unlock the true story of what really happened to the band.
Play any song in your music library, edit music videos, and craft your own music-synced gameplay spectacle! Dead as Disco is a UGC mosh pit ready for modding.
| Platforms | Windows |
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| Achievements | 24 |
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| Controller support | PlayStation, Xbox |
| Controller required | No |
| Demo | View demo on Steam |
| DLC / extras | 1 listed on Steam |
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| Content notices |
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| Website | Official website |
