Drums Rock

Lore & Background

Drums Rock features a drum kit with four drums and two cymbals, with notes depicted as flying dragons approaching the player. The Campaign mode offers around five hours of gameplay, initially including 25 songs: 9 covers of known rock and heavy metal songs (from artists such as Evanescence, Joan Jett and the Blackhearts, and Ram Jam) and 16 original songs, split across four worlds with demon bosses. Players progress by completing challenges on each song, earning up to three stars based on specific tasks. Drum sticks can be thrown upward for extra points, and on PSVR2, which supports foveated rendering and eye tracking, a multiplier bonus is awarded for playing with eyes closed.

Reader's Guide

Drums Rock is significant as a VR rhythm game that revives the drumming experience of titles like Rock Band without requiring physical peripherals. Its use of flying dragon note indicators and eye-tracking mechanics on PSVR2 distinguishes it from other rhythm games. The game received mixed to positive reviews, with GameSpew scoring it 8/10 and praising its immersive feel, while PushSquare gave it 6/10, calling it an uneven experience. PlayStation Universe rated it 7/10, noting a limited tracklist but effective song selection. The game was the 10th most downloaded PSVR2 game in Japan in 2023, and 8th in the US and 9th in Europe in February 2023. Its ongoing DLC support, including a planned Slipknot pack for 2026, and the ability to play custom songs, have helped maintain player interest.

Did You Know?

• Drums Rock was one of the launch titles for the PlayStation VR2.
• The game features a multiplier bonus on PSVR2 for playing with eyes closed, using foveated rendering and eye tracking.
• The next DLC, announced for later in 2026, will include songs by Slipknot.
• Players can add custom songs by creating a drum profile for them.