# Rhythm Heaven Groove is the first new entry in the Rhythm Heaven series in more than a decade.

*business · news · 2026-04-09 · Engadget*

## Key points

- Rhythm Heaven Groove will release on July 2 as the first new series entry in over a decade.
- The game is launching on the original Switch, with Switch 2 compatibility currently listed as 'Untested.'
- Rhythm Heaven Groove is only the fifth entry in the series since its 2006 debut.
- This title is likely among the last major first-party releases for the original Switch before Switch 2.

**Companies:** Nintendo
**Countries:** Japan

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