What it is
Stage Tour is a newly announced rhythm‑action game from RedOctane Games that returns plastic‑instrument band play to current consoles and PC. It is confirmed for launch on 10 December 2026 and ships with a large, licensed setlist, official instrument hardware sold in bundles, local and online four‑player band support and a variety of modes aimed at both casual singers and more competitive players. The game is not out yet; everything below is taken from official store pages, the developer’s site and major press coverage.
- UK release
- Thursday 10 December 2026 (launch listed on RedOctane site)
- Platforms
- PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, PC (Steam & Epic), Nintendo Switch 2
- Developer
- RedOctane Games
- Publisher
- RedOctane Games
- UK price
- Retail pre‑order bundles listed at UK retailers (example: Smyths shows Game + Kramer bundle £119.99); official UK digital RRP not published
- PEGI
- PEGI 12
- Genre
- Music / Rhythm
- Online mode
- Yes — online multiplayer and co‑op for up to four players (crossplay supported where platform policies allow)
Quick facts
UK release: Thursday 10 December 2026 (UK time) Platforms: PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, PC (Steam/Epic), Nintendo Switch 2 Developer: RedOctane Games Publisher: RedOctane Games UK price: Retail bundles listed at UK retailers (see below); digital game RRP in the UK not published by the developer as a single sterling figure PEGI: PEGI 12 Genre: Music / Rhythm Online mode: Yes — online multiplayer and co‑op for up to four players (crossplay stated for supported platforms)
Story and setting
Stage Tour is not a narrative‑heavy title; the framing is a tour across venues as you build a band and progress from small stages to arenas. The developer describes a cast of 50+ recruitable bandmates and multiple venues, with cosmetic progression and a collectible instrument catalogue (RedOctane’s licensing with Gibson, Epiphone and Kramer is highlighted). There are no single‑player story twists or campaign beats beyond the roguelite 'Tour' progression loop the studio has outlined.
How it plays
Core gameplay follows familiar note‑highway rhythm mechanics with dedicated instrument lanes for Lead, Groove (bass/rhythm), Drums, Vocals and two ‘Arcade’ modes for gamepad or keyboard (4‑lane and 5‑lane). Difficulty tiers run from Easy through Expert, with Expert+ for some Pro Drum charts. Four core modes are confirmed at launch: Quickplay, Judgements (accuracy scoring), Karaoke (casual vocals) and Tour — a roguelite‑style touring mode with purchasable upgrades and effect pedals. Practice and local play for up to four players are confirmed; the developer also states online band play and cross‑platform play is supported where platforms allow. The launch soundtrack is described as 90+ licensed songs spanning six decades, with the studio actively issuing setlist reveals ahead of release.
Platforms, editions and UK price
RedOctane lists PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, PC (Steam and Epic Games Store) and Nintendo Switch 2 as launch platforms, and digital wishlists are live on those storefronts. The developer is selling instrument hardware and bundles directly from its shop (US prices shown on the official site) and major UK retailers are listing pre‑order bundles: for example Smyths Toys UK currently shows a Game + Kramer Guitar bundle at £119.99 (retailer pricing can vary and may be a limited pre‑order price). The publisher’s store lists game + hardware bundles and single peripheral SKUs; the standalone digital game RRP in pounds has not been published in a single definitive UK listing. Physical disc availability for consoles appears limited — developer messaging emphasises digital on platform stores and hardware bundles sold through RedOctane and retail partners.
What we still don't know
Engine and middleware: the developer’s official materials do not state the game engine; listings that name Unity are unverified and therefore remain unconfirmed. Exact UK digital RRP and full retail edition breakdown: the studio has published US bundle pricing and UK retailers are showing bundle pre‑order prices, but an official UK standard digital price for the base game in pounds has not been published by RedOctane. Full launch setlist and long‑term DLC plan: the studio has revealed more than 50 tracks via setlist reveals but says the total will be 90+ at launch; the complete final list and post‑launch licensing windows (how long tracks remain available) have not been published in full detail. Anything described in community leaks or unverified forum posts (compatibility specifics for every legacy peripheral model, precise cross‑platform crossplay arrangements beyond the general confirmation) should be treated as unconfirmed until the developer publishes platform‑by‑platform compatibility notes.
Should you pre‑order?
If you want an instrument bundle at launch the developer and multiple UK retailers have live pre‑orders for hardware bundles; those are the only reliable way to guarantee hardware arrives around release. If you only want the digital game, there’s no compelling reason to pre‑order unless you prefer having the game day‑one — an official sterling RRP for the base digital game has not been published and discounts or retailer bundles may appear closer to launch. If you rely on legacy instruments, wait for final compatibility notes (the developer says modern RB4/CRKD instruments will be supported natively on platforms that already support them, and PC will offer the broadest legacy support).
Not yet confirmed
- Game engine (Unity has been cited in some databases but the developer’s official materials do not state the engine).
- Final, complete UK digital RRP for the base game in pounds and detailed regional pricing tiers.
- Complete, final launch setlist in one published list and the exact licensing duration for individual tracks.
Stage Tour: your questions
When exactly does it release in the UK on 10 December 2026?
The developer lists 10 December 2026 as the launch date; platform storefront timestamps vary (PlayStation shows a 18:00 UTC listing for its concept page) so expect the game to unlock on that date for UK users according to each platform’s usual store timing (digital storefronts normally use UTC/GMT for unlocks in December).
Will my old Rock Band/Guitar Hero kit work with Stage Tour?
RedOctane says it plans to support many modern instrument controllers natively (CRKD, Rock Band 4 instruments on supported platforms) and that legacy hardware may work on PC or via adapters; exact compatibility depends on the console and the specific legacy model, so check the developer’s compatibility notes before buying bundles.
Is there crossplay between consoles and PC?
The developer states that online band play and cross‑platform play is supported where platforms allow — that implies crossplay is intended between supported platforms, but the studio’s platform pages recommend checking specific store listings for any restrictions.
Will there be DLC songs after launch?
Yes — the developer says the soundtrack will continue to grow after launch through DLC and setlist reveals are ongoing.
