Pull out your NES! New rhythm game for FC "8-bit Rhythm Land" by a collection of legends will be released!

A new rhythm game "8-bit Rhythm Land," which can be enjoyed on 8-bit game consoles (FC/FC compatible consoles), is now available.

8-bit Rhythm Land" is an easy-to-control rhythm game in which players press the buttons at the right time to the rhythm of nostalgic 8-bit music.

The four unique games contain a total of 20 songs. The music, which is the heart of this rhythm game, was created by artists who are currently active in the chiptune world, centering on legends of the game music world!
Enjoy the completely new 8BIT music created by the superb members.





The first shipping edition will come with a "soundtrack CD" containing songs from the game as a limited bonus. Don't miss it if you want to listen to the music anytime!


Also, "16-bit Rhythm Land," which can be enjoyed on 16-bit game consoles (MD/MD compatible), will be released at the same time. This one is also worth a look!

Composer Information

JUNKO OZAWA
As a pioneer of game music, Junko Ozawa composed representative music for the golden age of Namco arcades in the 1980s, and remained with the company until 2008. She has left behind many masterpieces, including those for consumer game consoles.

Representative works: Tower of Druaga (AC), Sky Kid (AC), Family Jockey (FC), Mr. Driller (GBC), Kaze no Klonoa (PS), etc.

NOBUYUKI SHIODA
Since joining KID, Nobuyuki Shioda has been involved in many productions in all genres of FC and GB, mainly in the 90's. He is still a craftsman composer who continues to create 8-bit music.

Major works: Summer Carnival '92 Retsubi (FC), Max Warrior (FC), UFO: Kamen Yakisoban (SFC), 8BIT MUSICPOWER (FC), Kirakira Star Night DX (FC), etc.

HIRONORI SHOJI
Starting out as a V-kei band, he has also been active as a DJ and a member of 8-bit projects. He is a new generation performer who is active in a wide range of genres including chiptune, techno-pop, and idol songs.

Music representative works: FAMILIAR COMPUTING WORLD(CD), SPICY INNOVATOR VS SUPERIOR MARIONETTE(CD), @Lantis 8bit Dance Remix feat. 8bit Project(CD), NEO Heiankyo Alien, etc.

Kazuhiko SUGIYAMA
Programmer who ported Space Invaders for Taito, and assembler programmer for this game.

Music: NEO Heiankyo Alien (FC), 8Bit Rhythm Land (FC), 16bit Rhythm Land (MD), etc.

Norio Nakagata
NAKAGATA Norio has composed numerous songs for Namco's arcade and consumer games of the 1980s, and also plans and produces video games. He has a unique style influenced by progressive rock.

His representative works include: Gempei Umaiden (AC), Chozetsu Rinjin Bellaboman (AC), Mirai Ninja (AC), Family Stadium (FC), Ranrenbo Tengu (FC), Heian-kyo Alien (GB), and others.

Hally
Hally is a major figure in the chiptune world, leading the current 8-bit music scene.
He is also a DJ and writer, and recently published a book titled "All About Chiptune".

Representative works: 8BIT MUSIC POWER, Kirakira Star Night DX, Mighty Gunvolt (3DS), Shooting Yusha (Android), etc.

TSUKASA MASUKO
A veteran of Tecmo (Tecan) and Atlus since the early 80's, he has been involved in many arcade and consumer games. He is also a guitarist and an engineer.

Representative works: Star Force (AC), Argos Warrior (AC), Mighty BonJack (FC), Digital Devil Story: Goddess Tensei (FC),
Shin Megami Tensei (SFC), etc.

Product information
8-bit Rhythm Land [for FC/FC Compatibles] (with limited soundtrack CD for initial shipment)
(with soundtrack CD) *Since this is a limited-quantity product, it may be allocated to a limited number of customers.
Release date: Scheduled for mid-February 2019.
Suggested retail price: 4,980 yen (excluding tax)

Not all genuine FC and FC compatible consoles are compatible with this product. Sound may differ from that of genuine FCs for FCs compatible machines. Operation is not guaranteed for other companies' FC compatible machines.