Releasing three days ahead of schedule, rhythm violence game Thumper is going live today (at 3pm PT/6pm ET) in the North American PlayStation Store for PlayStation 4 and PlayStation VR, priced at $19.99 USD. If you’re picking up PSVR this Thursday, a Thumper demo will be included on the Demo Disc.
In development for seven years, Thumper includes nine levels, all playable on PS4 or PSVR. Drool Co-Founder Marc Flury says, “Thumper uses just one analog stick and one button, so it?s simple to pick up and play. But it?s challenging to master ? even the best action gamers will spend hours surviving the advanced levels and defeating the terrifying bosses. We?ve also added expert-level moves you?ll need to master to reach high scores and unlock lucrative Trophies (including a Platinum).” Here’s the full description:
Thumper is a rhythm violence game by Drool releasing on PS4 (with PSVR support) and Steam: classic rhythm-action, blistering speed, and brutal physicality. You are a space beetle. Brave the hellish void and confront a maniacal giant head from the future.

Play in ultra-glossy 2D or fully immersive VR
Nine levels of Rhythm Hell
Adrenalizing Boss Battles, including the terrifying Crakhed
Simple Controls: one stick and one button
Psychedelic Visuals
Original Soundtrack by Brian Gibson of noise-rock band Lightning Bolt

If you plan on buying a PS4 Pro, Thumper will render at up to 4K resolution (with no upscaling) on the new hardware on d...