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About PUMP IT UP RISE
Pump It Up Rise brings the long‑standing arcade rhythm series to PC, preserving the step‑chart core while redesigning difficulty for a broader audience. The game supports keyboard, gamepad and Steam Deck, letting players experience the series’ impact‑filled rhythm action with their preferred input method.
At launch the title ships with over 300 tracks, mixing classic Pump It Up songs with new originals. Ongoing updates and seasonal DLC will add further songs, and Steam integration provides Achievements, Cloud saves and Family Sharing.
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Multiple Input Styles
The step‑based charts have been reworked specifically for keyboard and gamepad play, covering layouts from 5K SINGLE to 6K DOUBLE. Each chart aligns with its control scheme, preserving the series’ rhythm feel on a PC platform.
Steam Deck compatibility was built into development, allowing the handheld’s built‑in controls or attached gamepads to operate the reworked charts. The game runs smoothly on the Deck, though players may need to select their preferred input within the options menu.
- Try the Keyboard Only Option to feel the reworked 5K charts before switching to a gamepad.
- Test both built‑in Deck controls and an external gamepad to see which feels more natural for 6K DOUBLE charts.
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Four Core Modes
Warm Up is a practice‑friendly mode where any song can be played without failure penalties, making it suitable for learning new charts or experimenting with different inputs.
Division ranks players against others of similar skill, while Challenge adds ten skill levels built on Division and WorldMax presents a map‑based challenge where players clear event charts.
- Use Warm Up to familiarize yourself with tricky sections before attempting Division.
- Progress through Challenge levels to gauge improvement before tackling WorldMax.
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Extensive Track Library
Rise launches with more than 300 tracks, mixing iconic titles such as “Beethoven Virus,” “Turkey March,” and “Canon D” with brand‑new originals created for the game.
Developers state the song lineup will continue to grow through new song updates and seasonal DLC, ensuring the library remains dynamic after release.
- Start with classic tracks to understand the series’ signature rhythms.
- Watch for seasonal DLC announcements to discover additional songs.
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Steam Deck Optimization
The game was developed with Steam Deck compatibility in mind, resulting in smooth performance on the handheld device and support for its built‑in controls and external gamepads.
Optimizations focus on preserving the rhythm‑action feel on the Deck’s screen and hardware, supporting smooth play on the handheld.
- Play using the Deck’s built‑in controls to test handheld responsiveness.
- Attach a gamepad to the Deck if you prefer a larger button layout for 6K charts.
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Steam Features
Pump It Up Rise integrates with Steam services, offering Achievements, Cloud saves, Stats tracking and Family Sharing, connecting the game to the broader Steam ecosystem.
Additional options such as Custom Volume Controls, Adjustable Difficulty and Save Anytime give players further ways to fine‑tune their experience.
- Enable Steam Cloud to keep progress available across multiple PCs.
- Adjust difficulty early to find a comfortable challenge level.
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