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People of Note Sets April 7 Launch on PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S and Switch 2 at $24.99

Previews spotlight its rhythm-driven JRPG combat with full musical numbers ahead of a Steam Next Fest demo.

Overview

  • Annapurna Interactive and Iridium Studios confirmed the release date with a 10% launch discount across Steam, Epic Games Store and Microsoft Store.
  • The musical RPG follows pop singer Cadence as she recruits genre-spanning bandmates including Fret, Synthia and Vox for battles and performances.
  • Combat treats turns as stanzas where time signatures determine actions, genre mash-ups unlock team attacks, and bosses intensify through a crescendo mechanic.
  • Players can tailor builds using Songstones and remix crystals, with options to disable puzzles or rhythm timing and adjust difficulty for accessibility.
  • A public demo is available on Steam and will be featured during Steam Next Fest starting February 23, with hands-on coverage noting a notable voice and singing cast.