Rhythm horizon hardware
Rhythm horizon Platform
Team LAMA is in active development of a 9-panel platform for the game Rhythm Horizon called the RHYTHM HORIZON PLATFORM. We’re also excited to announce that these platforms have entered the beta testing stage and a number of these platforms are currently out to folks in the community to help us test them out.
Now, you’re probably wondering what this all means. Will these platforms only work exclusively with Rhythm Horizon? What is the feature set and price? When will these platforms be available for sale? These are all fair questions and we’d like to address them here. To start, here’s the features that the platforms have:
- 9 acrylic panels allowing for up to 9 panel play
- Pressure sensitive load cell sensors
- Software controlled sensitivity of each panel
- Enhanced play support in RHYTHM HORIZON (panel triggering without lifting, official score tracking, deeper analysis of playback, and more)
- Can be used as a generic joystick controller
- Uses a standard USB connection
- No modding of panels or maintenance required in order to achieve desired sensitivity
- Sturdy and portable for easy transport to other locations
- Dimensions: 35 in x 35 in x 2 in (88.9 cm x 88.9 cm x 7.6 cm)
- Weight: 50lbs (22.6 kg)
Additionally, if you want to get the most relevant, up-to-date information on pad development, you can join in the discussion at our RHYTHM HORIZON PLATFORM Discord channel on our server here: HTTPS://DISCORD.GG/CTFANJX. With all that said, let’s look at some frequently asked questions people have had in the past and answer them for RHYTHM HORIZON PLATFORMS.
FAQ
WHEN WILL RHYTHM HORIZON PLATFORMS GO ON SALE?
When they’re ready. We have made lots of progress on the product itself over the past year and a half but there are more phases ahead of us to complete before we can ship, such as:
- Compliance testing and certification
- Final sourcing of materials for mass manufacturing
- Final work for releasing the product for sale on our website
HOW MUCH WILL THE PLATFORMS COST WHEN THEY GO ON SALE?
This will depend a lot on final material costs, manufacturing costs, labor, tariffs, etc. which vary quite a bit and will depend on the final build after testing completes. Our goal with this project has always been to provide a quality dance pad at the lowest cost possible, so we won’t know the absolute cost until we’re ready to sell.
WILL THE PLATFORM WORK WITH OTHER DANCE GAMES, LIKE STEPMANIA?
Yes, although the pad will have the most features and functionality when used with Rhythm Horizon as it has custom integration for working with our game. That said, the platform will have a mode where it can function like any gaming device which will allow playing other dance games on Windows, Mac, or Linux.
WHAT DOES "BETA" MEAN?
Beta means that we consider this version of the electronics and mechanical construction of the platform complete and are sending it out for testing to verify that assumption. We’ve constructed and tested many alpha versions of the platform over the last several months and have a version we’re ready to send for members of the community to help test. Any issues we find during the Beta will be fixed in order to prepare the product for final compliance testing and then release. (Beta testers have already been chosen – please do not ask us if you can have a platform!)
WILL THIS PLATFORM HAVE A BAR?
No, the first iteration of the Rhythm Horizon Platforms will not come with a bar option. We have plans to sell a bar in the future that can be purchased separately that will work with the platform, BARRING any unforeseen circumstances.
WILL THIS PLATFORM HAVE LIGHTS?
No, the first version of the platform will not have lights. We’re considering making a version with lights in the future, if we’re BRIGHT enough to figure it out.
WHERE WILL I BE ABLE TO PURCHASE THE PLATFORM AND DO YOU SHIP TO WHERE I LIVE?
The platform (when available) will be purchasable through our website at WWW.RHYTHMHORIZON.COM. We will initially be selling the platform in the United States at launch, with plans to expand to other markets in the future.
WHY DID YOU CHANGE THE NAME?
It was not an impulsive decision.
IS THERE ANYTHING ELSE COOL COMING UP SOON?
We foresee many great things on the Horizon.