- 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=en iOS: https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/beat-hazard-arcade/id6762094171 I 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.beathazardarcade iOS: 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! - 14 April 2026
Hi everyone,It's Beat Hazard's 16th Birthday today! ːsteamhappyː ːBH1ːːBH6ː ːsteamhappyːThank 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 page coming soon)Have a great day, and enjoy the update!Cheers,Steve.
- New Music! - 24 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! - 19 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)
- Unreal Fix - 29 April 2025
Hi, This update is to fix the crash in the Unreal version of the game. Apologies for the delay. 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! I've been busy working on the PlayStation port. 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.
- 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.
- Fix for slow start up - 17 January 2025
Hi all, This is a fix for the slow start up. Enjoy! Cheers, Steve.
- 'Working...' Speed fix - 5 September 2024
Hi, This update should fix issues with 'Working...' taking a long time. Let me know if there are any issues. Cheers, Steve.
- Crash fix - 29 July 2024
Fix for the options screen crash. Cheers, Steve.
- Beat Hazard 3 has officially left Early Access! - 22 June 2024
Hi all, Beat Hazard 3 has officially left early access and is v1.0!! Check it out: https://store.steampowered.com/app/1493520/Beat_Hazard_3/ Thanks for all the support. Cheers, Steve
- Beat Hazard 3 - Major Update - 20 May 2024
Hi all, This is the big Phase 6 update for Beat Hazard 3. Lots of new features to play with: Here's a YouTube video with a deep dive into all the new additions: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r-Jt9ZodcHs https://store.steampowered.com/app/1493520/Beat_Hazard_3/ Cheers, Steve
- Discord link - 15 May 2024
Hi all, I've added the Beat Hazard discord link to the main menu. Feel free to pop in and say 'Hi'. You can chat with me, get help from the top players, or share your Beat Hazard experiences. Cheer, Steve.
- 14th Birthday update. - 6 April 2024
Hi all, Here's the 14th Birthday update for all 3 Beat Hazard games. You can now play all the OST music in each of the games. There's also an awesome 1 hour long remix by Johnny Frizz. (Who will be first to finish it?) Join me for an AMA on reddit here: https://www.reddit.com/r/pcgaming/comments/1bxf915/ama_im_steve_solo_indie_dev_of_beat_hazard_bh_is/ And check out the cool video of Johnny crating the remix: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tc8bbpZjwyY Thank you so much for all the support all these years, I love you all! I hope you enjoy the update. Here's to the next 14 years! (What would you like to see?) Cheers, Steve.
- Birthday Update on Saturday. - 3 April 2024
Hi all, Just a reminder for the Beat Hazard Birthday Update on Saturday 6th April. 6pm BST - 1pm EDT - 10am PDT. All 3 games will be updated and include: - All OST tracks from all versions - A brand new 'Celebrate the Seizures' track by Johnny. - An Epic 1 hour long Beat Hazard Mega Mix of all the Johnny Frizz tracks. Also: - A YouTube video of Johnny creating the Mega Mix live. - I'll be doing an AMA over on Reddit on r/PCGaming & r/IAmA I hope you can join me. Cheers, Steve.