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Neon Cadence: Synthwave Keyboard Rhythm Game Out Now on Steam (2026)

Neon Cadence released Aug 26, 2026 on Steam at $11.99 — a synthwave keyboard rhythm game from Meridian Studios with 30 original songs and three difficulties per chart.

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Neon Cadence released on Steam on August 26, 2026 at $11.99, developed by Meridian Studios.

VERIFIED Source: Steam store page (appid 5046030), checked 2026-09-06

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It features 30 original songs spanning J-pop, K-pop, English and instrumental styles, each charted across three difficulties.

VERIFIED Source: Steam store page (appid 5046030), checked 2026-08-25

FAQ

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Is Neon Cadence free?

No — it costs $11.99 on Steam.

What keys does it use?

Four lanes on D, F, J and K.

How many songs does it have?

30 original songs across three difficulties each.

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What the game is

Neon Cadence is a synthwave keyboard rhythm game from Meridian Studios, released on Steam on August 26, 2026.

Notes stream toward you across four lanes on a glowing synthwave highway — hit them in time with D, F, J and K.

It is a paid game at $11.99 rather than free-to-play, with the full song list included (checked 2026-09-06).

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Song list and difficulty

30 original songs span J-pop, K-pop, English and instrumental styles.

Each chart has three difficulties — from a relaxed first run to dense expert streams.

The synthwave presentation leans into neon visuals and driving bass (BOUNDED: official Steam description, checked 2026-08-25).

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Price and availability

Neon Cadence costs $11.99 on Steam and is out now — no need to wait for a launch date.

If you play osu!mania or similar 4K rhythm games, the D/F/J/K layout will feel familiar.

30 songs for the asking price is a solid value pitch for the genre.

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Last checked: 2026-09-06

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