08 Oct Step onto the stage: K-POP Rising – Dream to Shine reveals its first gameplay trailer!
Dynamic choreography, catchy songs, bold new looks and a rise to stardom: get a first look at what awaits you on November 5 on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5 and PC.
Paris, October 8, 2026 – Less than a month ahead of its release, K-POP Rising – Dream to Shine raises the curtain on its gameplay. Microids and studio Old Skull Games today unveil a first gameplay trailer that takes players to the heart of the adventure: from studio rehearsals to the biggest stages, including the creation of their very own character. The game will be available on November 5 on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5 and PC (Steam).
This trailer offers a first concrete look at the experience K-POP Rising – Dream to Shine has in store. It showcases the rhythm sequences at the core of the game, where every dance step and every note counts, as well as the many customization options that let everyone express their own style.
Alongside Nova, their best friend, players build their career step by step, manage their community on social media and watch their popularity skyrocket with every performance.
Watch the gameplay trailer
Key features of the game
- The international phenomenon in your hands: Draw inspiration from your idols and experience the rise of today’s biggest K-Pop groups. Become the face of this culture that fascinates the entire world.
- An adventure that reflects who you are (Full customization): Express your uniqueness! Create and customize your character from head to toe to match your style and the vibe of your performances. Trendy outfits, iconic makeup… everything is possible to establish your style in the spotlight.
- Your group, your rules: You call the shots. Create a group in your own image, recruit its members, and turn your very first fans into an international community of millions of followers.
- Stay in the rhythm! Talent is nurtured. Perfect your singing, master highly precise choreographies, and sharpen your sense of timing through captivating rhythm gameplay phases to become an accomplished star.
- From your bedroom to conquering stadiums: Start at the bottom of the ladder in the anonymity of your bedroom, climb the ranks through your passion and perseverance, and transform yourself into the international icon of your dreams.
- Shine solo, triumph as a trio! Because music is all about sharing, experience this adventure alone or with two friends. Form the group of your dreams in co-op mode and unite your talents to lead your Band straight to the top of the global charts!
“Music is your universe, passion is your fuel: the future of K-Pop is you!“
See you on November 5 on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5 and PC (Steam) to begin your race to fame.
