Overview

• RedOctane Games officially launched on August 6, 2025, reuniting developers behind Guitar Hero and DJ Hero to focus solely on rhythm gaming.
• Simon Ebejer, former production director at Neversoft and ex-Blizzard executive, leads the studio as head of development.
• Brothers Charles and Kai Huang, who founded the original RedOctane in 1999, join a special advisory board to guide the new venture.
• Operating within Embracer Group’s Freemode, the team blends seasoned creators with emerging developers and community leaders.
• After completing pre-production, RedOctane Games has entered full production on its debut rhythm-based title, which is set to be revealed later in 2025.