Got Item!, Nintendocore, and a video game music festival come to Sacramento

July 9, 2026 - 00:57

The Sacramento video game music festival River City Rush is set to return on July 11, bringing a heavy dose of chiptune and Nintendocore to the capital. Headlining the event is Got Item!, a band known for blending frantic video game samples with hardcore punk energy. They will be joined by several other acts from the Nintendocore scene, a genre that fuses the melodic themes of retro gaming with the aggression of metal and punk.

River City Rush is a one-day festival dedicated entirely to video game music, covering everything from orchestral arrangements to the distorted, 8-bit sounds of modern Nintendocore. Organizers have promised a lineup that spans multiple styles, ensuring that fans of both classic game soundtracks and heavy live performances will find something to enjoy. The festival will take place at a venue in downtown Sacramento, with doors opening in the afternoon and performances running into the night.

Attendees can expect a full day of live bands, DJ sets, and community gatherings. The event aims to celebrate the cultural impact of video game music while showcasing the local and touring artists who keep the scene alive. Tickets are available now through the festival's official channels.