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Developer Lichthund has officially partnered with Critical Role for the creative development and publishing of their upcoming title, Rockbeasts. This collaboration aims to elevate the project beyond the studio's initial scope, leveraging the expertise and passion of the Critical Role team to realize the game's full potential.
Rockbeasts is a rock and roll management RPG where players assume the role of a band manager. The core gameplay involves guiding a garage band through internal conflicts, managing resources, and navigating the egos of band members to transform them into legendary performers on major stages.
The project features voice acting contributions from Matthew Mercer and Sam Riegel, who have officially joined the cast. The developers believe their involvement will bring necessary chaos and depth to the game's characters, enhancing the experience of managing a volatile group of musicians.
Rockbeasts is scheduled for release on PS5 in January 2027. Interested players can currently add the title to their wishlists on the platform as the studio continues development work leading up to the launch.
