How to Unlock Flipside and What to Do in Stage List Guide

Note: Spoilers are ahead for solo play. The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past had the Dark World, and Rhythm Heaven Groove has a similar destination in Flipside. You’ll gain access to Flipside after you’ve met the requirement of achieving at least a “Good” rating on Remix 8 in Stage 8. Once you’re in, here’s what you can do—starting with the optional games and then moving on to the stages.

Flipside Checklists: What You Can Do After Unlocking

Below are the small, optional activities you’ll find, followed by the stage content.

  • Lounge — A place to unwind and chat with the staff in a stylish lounge. You may even pick up fun facts about the game.

This area functions much like a café. If you stop by, the mysterious bartender will tell you that if you ever run into an especially tough challenge with any song, you should come back to them.

  • Score Attack — Collect medals to unlock special rhythm games. The goal is simple: try to top your own previous high score.
  • Drum Lessons — Practice your drumming. As you earn medals, you’ll unlock additional lessons, including some that are notably challenging.
  • Secret — Listed as currently unknown, with content coming soon.
  • Frontside — The entrance to the Frontside area. The game teases that you’ll find out what it is—essentially nudging you to go in and see.

Stage 9

This guide is a work in progress. Check back soon for more details!

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