- Beat Hazard Arcade - Out now on mobile. - 7 July 2026
Hi all,I wanted to let you know that Beat Hazard Arcade is now out on mobile.It's free to play with a full game unlock iap.Here are the store pages:Google: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.coldbeamgames.beathazardarcade&hl=eniOS: https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/beat-hazard-arcade/id6762094171I hope you enjoy!Cheers,Steve.
- Exit screen change. Mobile out now. - 7 July 2026
Quick update for the mobile version. Out now on iOS & Android!
- Bullet Fest !!! - 9 June 2026
Hi!Wow, Beat Hazard's gone off in Steam Bullet Fest, I'm blown away! Some awesome games in the line-up.If you just found Beat Hazard, welcome to the gang! I hope you're having a blast.I'll be checking the forums to offer any help/support if needed.Cheers,Steve PS. Beat Hazard Arcade brings the chaos to iOS + Android on July 7, FREE.Pre-register / pre-order:Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.coldbeamgames.beathazardarcadeiOS: https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/beat-hazard-arcade/id6762094171
- Small change to exit screen - 1 June 2026
Hi all, Small exit screen change for Beat Hazard Arcade now available for pre-register on iOS. Cheers, Steve.
- Happy Birthday! - Open Mic stereo sfx! - 14 April 2026
Hi everyone,It's Beat Hazard's 16th Birthday today! ːBH1ːːBH6ː Thank you so much for being with me on this continuing journey!This update contains one of the most requested 'fixes' and that is for SFX to play in Stereo while using Open Mic. Well, it's finally possible due to an added feature in Windows WASAPI. Unfortunately, MS only added this to Win11, so it won't work on 10 (Sorry).In other news, Beat Hazard Arcade is coming to mobile, you can pre-register the Android version here:https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.coldbeamgames.beathazardarcade(iOS coming soon)Have a great day, and enjoy the update!Cheers,Steve.
- Widescreen support! - 2 April 2026
Hi all!Sorry this has taken so long, but finally wide screen and ultra wide screen support is here!Here is the game running in 32:9 ultra wide:I think I prefer 21:9 as there a lot going on outside your view in 32:9 (Or I'm standing too close to my monitor!)This update took over a week to do and was way more involved than I initially thought. There might still be some visual oddities, if you spot on I'd appreciate a screen shot posted in the forums. Have fun!Cheers,Steve.
- Small tweaks and fixes. - 8 December 2025
Along with a build test after my boot drive died, and I've had to rebuild my PC from scratch!
- Bullet Heaven 3.0 Festival! - 8 December 2025
It’s that time of year again! Beat Hazard 3 is blasting into Bullet Heaven 3.0 with a massive 65% discount.Enjoy! Pew pew pew!
- New Music! - 25 September 2025
Hi all! To celebrate the launch of Beat Hazard Arcade on PlayStation, I'm pushing a free update on Steam with 6 new tracks!Future Funk Squad — "HAZARD BEATS" (exclusive track in the BH3 OST) Shirobon - chiptunes: • "Champions of Chiptune" • "Chiptuna" • "Fragile Movements" • "Vectors" • "WE LIK BRK"These can be found in the 'Beat Hazard Arcade' album. Enjoy, and thanks for playing! Cheers, Steve P.S. Beat Hazard Arcade is out now on PlayStation 5 & 4. Learn more here: PlayStation Store
- A few preparations and a small ad! - 18 September 2025
Hi all, Just getting a few things ready for the music update next week. Plus a small ad for the PS version. Cheers, Steve.
- Free Music Update on Sept 24 — Shirobon + Future Funk Squad! - 5 September 2025
Hi all,On September 24th I'll be updating all versions of Beat Hazard to include some great new tracks.First we have 5 amazing chip-tune tracks from ShirobonI've also been working with Future Funk Squad who have worked with Nine Inch Nails, Sia and U2. They have made an exclusive track for Beat Hazard, and I'm really excited for everyone to play it. I'm so privileged to be able to work with a top flight artist!On Sept 24th, Beat Hazard returns to PlayStation. Details here I'm gaging interest on a Steam release of Beat Hazard Arcade. It would have full VR support, and be a streamlined Arcade Beat Hazard experience. It would have some new weapons and enemies, and focus on community leaderboards. I'm interested to hear some feedback. Happy Hazarding!Cheers,Steve.
- Beat Hazard comes to PlayStation + New tracks for Steam! - 2 September 2025
Hi everyone!I'm excited to announce that after a 12 year absence, Beat Hazard is returning to PlayStation! You can wishlist the game here (please) https://store.playstation.com/en-gb/concept/10011890And here's a trailer for the game: Bonus for Steam players on PS launch dayBut that's not all, on release day I'm going to add new music to the Steam versions of Beat Hazard 1, 2 and 3!This will include five kick-ass Chip Tune tracks from 'Shirobon' and an exclusive track from Future Funk Squad, this guy is amazing and has worked with NiN, Sia, U2 to name a few, I'm really privileged to work with such a high profile artist. Have a great day.Cheers,Steve Ps. Let me know if you're interested in Beat Hazard Arcade coming to Steam (Would have VR support, more weapons, enemies and a focus on competitive leaderboards)
- Rendering bug fixes - 19 May 2025
Hi all, Just a couple of rendering bug fixes. Cheers, Steve.
- Crash fixes - 8 May 2025
Hi all, This update should fix crashes when receiving a new ship. Cheers, Steve.
- Bug fixes - 29 April 2025
In particular, a crash fix at start up. Cheers, Steve.
- Happy 15th Birthday Beat Hazard - 12 April 2025
Hi all, This week marks the 15th Birthday of Beat Hazard being released on Steam. To all players new and old, thank you so much for all the support during that time. It's been amazing. The game is on sale right now, so be sure to spread the word! On to the update: - Fixed lighting issues - Added a debris level option, choose from low, med & high. (I love a ton of debris flying off damaged ships, so I have mine on high, but I know it's not everyone's cup of tea.) - Fixed issue with snakes not dying when on tail section is left. These changes have been brought over from the PlayStation port I'm working on. It's called Beat Hazard Arcade and is a streamlined version of the game. It should be out in a few months. Take care everyone, have a great day! Cheers, Steve.
- Debris and Lighting update. - 9 April 2025
Hi all, I've brought over some fixes and tweaks from the PlayStation port. - Fixed lighting bugs, explosions now light the local area - Added a debris detail option. You can choose between low, medium and high - Fixed issue with not being able to destroy the snake's tail These changes are on the 'testing' branch if you want to give them a try. Steam Library->BH3->Properties->Betas->Select 'Testing' Let me know what you think!
- Minor bug fixes - 21 March 2025
Just some minor bug fixes. Cheers, Steve.
- New flags & Patreon - 21 January 2025
Hi all, Just a small update with better flag icons. I've also set up a Patreon page, details of that are on the exit screen of the game. Cheers, Steve.
- Stability fixes - 13 November 2024
No very exciting, but important ! Cheers, Steve.
