Don't Fret is a musical psychological horror action-adventure where a sentient guitar named Fret must uncover the secrets of a monster-infested music school. Read on to learn about its release date, platforms, and announcement history.
Don't Fret Release Date and Time
Releasing on October 1, 2026
Don't Fret is releasing on October 1, 2026 for PC via Steam, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. A free demo is currently available on Steam. We’ll be sure to update this article when more information comes out!
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Don't Fret Overview
Don't Fret is a first-person psychological horror action-adventure by Scary Kid Studios, published by Digital Pajamas and Behaviour Interactive for PC via Steam, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.
Set in a nightmarish music school named Harmonic Heights, players control a sentient guitar named Fret as he solves instrument-themed puzzles and escapes musical monsters to uncover the school’s sinister secrets.
Is Don't Fret on Xbox Game Pass?
No, Don't Fret has not been announced for Xbox Game Pass.
Is Don't Fret on PS Plus?
No, Don't Fret has not been announced for PS Plus.
Is Don't Fret on Nintendo Switch Online?
No, Don't Fret has not been announced for Nintendo Switch.
Announcement History
June 16, 2026
The game's demo launched on Steam.
June 15, 2026
Don’t Fret announced a partnership with publisher Behavior Interactive.
June 6, 2026
A new trailer aired during Future Games Show, confirming the game’s October 1, 2026 release date.
October 21, 2024
A demo was released for PC via Steam.
March 8, 2024
Don’t Fret was announced to be in development.
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