Status
SteamPeaks
ChartsSalesUpcomingPatchesNewsCalculator
New on SteamEvery app, DLC and depot the minute Steam creates itAppsEvery app on Steam, newest change firstPackagesSubs and bundles, and what each containsDepotsDepots, manifests and install sizesTagsSteam's user tags and the games under themDevelopers & publishersCompanies and their cataloguesTechnologiesEngines, SDKs and anti-cheat found in the filesChange historyEvery PICS changelist as it lands
SignalsNineteen readings of the whole catalogueCompareAny games side by sideRecordsAll-time peaks and the days they were setReportsWeekly and monthly write-upsAlerts & newsroomWatch a game, get told when it movesSteam statusIs Steam up, right nowWeb API explorerTry the endpoints in the browser
NewsSteam's own announcements and the sales calendarCalculatorWhat a Steam account is worth, and its pile of shame
/
Sign in
/
SteamPeaks
The ultimate resource for Steam data.
ExploreChartsSalesSales and festsUpcomingPatchesNewsRecordsTrendingSignals
DatabaseAppsPackagesDepotsTagsDevelopersTechnologiesChange history
ToolsCalculatorCompareSearchAlertsSteam statusAPI
SiteMethodologyFAQDiscordSupportSign in via Steam
Not affiliated with Valve or Steam. Game names and artwork belong to their owners. All times UTC.
PrivacyCookiesFair useStatus
News TowerNewsNews Tower Dev Blog: Behind the Music and Updated Release Date
Community

News Tower Dev Blog: Behind the Music and Updated Release Date

News Tower · published 15 Oct 2025, 12:45 UTC

All newsPlayers around this dateRead on Steam

Hey newsbearers!

We've got a big drop of news this week—our newest feature video, Behind the Music of News Tower, is on YouTube now, and there have been a few changes to our release planning!

A Change to the Release


While the new 1.0 game content is finished, stable, and ready, the new launch date ensures News Tower gets the spotlight it deserves in a busy season for strategy and tycoon fans. News Tower will now launch on November 18 with loads of new and interesting content for you to explore. We’re sorry for any inconvenience this causes, and we appreciate your understanding as we take the extra time to polish.

Behind the Music of News Tower


This in-depth look explores the journey of creating the game’s unique soundtrack and how it came to embody the vibrant spirit of 1930s New York.

🎥 Watch the full Behind the Music of News Tower video now!

The video features our lead developer, Bart van de Sande, who worked together with music producer Jack van de Ven to compose a soundtrack that elevates every moment of gameplay. To bring their vision to life, they collaborated with members of the renowned New Cool Collective, resulting in a tailor-made 14-track album built exclusively for News Tower.

The result is a soundtrack filled with energy, atmosphere, and authenticity designed to immerse you in the golden age of newspapers.

In this feature, you’ll hear answers to questions like:

  • Why live jazz over digital sounds?
  • What was your vision for each track?
  • How did you approach composing each score?
  • Who played the soundtrack and how were they chosen?
  • Did the music evolve during studio sessions?

If you want to support the work of the developers, check out the soundtrack on Spotify and YouTube. You can also pick up the supporter pack on Steam!

  • Spotify News Tower Playlist
  • Supporter Pack on Steam
  • YouTube News Tower LoFi


As always, thank you for supporting News Tower. We’re thrilled to share not just the game, but also the artistry and creativity that bring it to life.

A Quick Note on Pricing


As we approach 1.0, we’re aligning the price to reflect the scope of the game. The price will move from $19.99 to $24.99 ahead of release.

– The News Tower Team

More from News Tower

Other announcements

All news
Major update20 Jul 2026SimFest & "Setting The Record Straight" UpdateDEAR NEWSBEARERS! Today, we’re happy to share three major announcements for News Tower! First of all, News Tower is joining SimFest 2026 ! For the occasion the game will be at a -30% discount ! Great timing to grab it for yourself, or maybe the perfect gift to enjoy a summer of gaming? Secondly, and perhaps more importantly for all of our existing players, we are bringing you the "Setting The R…Community23 Apr 2026Roadmap Post-1.0 & Leaderboard Contest Wrap-upDEAR NEWSBEARERS! In the last few weeks, we addressed the current state of the game by releasing updates and fixes, but we’ve also been looking toward the future of News Tower. Today, we'd like to show you a more concrete plan for 2026 & 2027. Roadmap 2026-27 As you can see, "The Press Rolls On" was only the first of multiple major updates planned for 2026. Some features are already being worke…Major update21 Apr 2026The Press Rolls On Update Goes Live!DEAR NEWSBEARERS! Today, we’re happy to share The Press Rolls On Update with you all. The test period has come to an end, we want to thank everyone who took part. Your feedback, player data and bug reports gave us a lot of valuable insight and helped us fine-tune several parts of the update before today's release. But please, stay critical, and community input will always be monitored. In order…