Get ready to scream into the mic and dive headfirst into the chaotic, cigarette-stained world of 90s underground rock. Lichthund and Team17 Digital has unveiled the first full look at gameplay for their upcoming story-rich band management sim, Rockbeasts, and it’s as gnarly, loud, and twisted as you’d hope.
If the visual grit and rebellious soundtrack don’t hook you immediately, maybe the voice of punk icon Iggy Pop (as Iggy Pup) will.
What Is Rockbeasts?
Rockbeasts puts you in the all-too-real shoes of a notorious rock band manager, tasked with dragging your ragtag crew from basement gigs and couch-surfing beginnings to stardom—or straight into burnout and sellout culture. The game is steeped in 90s alt-rock nostalgia and dives deep into the morality of ambition: Will you lift your band up or exploit their dreams for fame and money?
The choices you make aren’t just cosmetic. They impact the band’s future, your reputation, and how the story unfolds. This isn’t your average management sim—it’s a fully narrative-driven rags-to-riches (or ruin) experience.
Core Features of Rockbeasts
🎤 Band Management on the Edge
Book venues, set up shows, manage egos, and maybe even dodge the cops. How you handle each gig could make—or break—your band.
🎧 Fully Voiced Cast Featuring Iggy Pop
The punk rock legend voices Iggy Pup, one of the standout characters in the gritty cast. Expect top-tier performances across the board.
✍️ Narrative by a Storytelling Powerhouse
Written by Jakub Szamałek, acclaimed for his work on The Witcher 3, Cyberpunk 2077, and the upcoming The Blood of Dawnwalker, the game features deep, branching storylines with tough choices and multiple endings.
🎶 Original 17-Track Soundtrack
No covers here—Rockbeasts includes a full, original grunge and punk-inspired soundtrack recorded specifically for the game.
🪕 Drenched in 90s Vibes
From dingy dive bars to seedy tour buses, every inch of Rockbeasts oozes style, attitude, and the kind of raw energy that defined an era.
A Game for Music Lovers and Story Gamers Alike
Whether you’re a fan of narrative-driven titles, decision-heavy management sims, or just miss the chaotic energy of 90s rock, Rockbeasts is shaping up to be a must-play title in 2025. With dark humor, unforgettable characters, and a killer soundtrack, it’s ready to make some noise.
Rockbeasts doesn’t have a release date yet, but with the gameplay trailer now out, expect more news to drop soon. In the meantime, warm up your vocal cords, polish your Docs, and get ready to manage the most dysfunctional band since… well, every real one.
Rockbeasts is now on Steam.
