Retrowave 2 Nightcall II — Coming Soon
RewindApp's Kavinsky tribute universe is announced but not playable yet—here is what we know.
Nightcall II is the most anticipated future district in Retrowave 2’s universe roster—a Kavinsky tribute map that RewindApp teased alongside synthwave culture callbacks but still labels still marked unavailable in official version 1.0 notes. This page sets expectations for players who saw the name in patch notes, achievement rumors, or wiki cross-links and assumed the highway already leads there.
It does not. Nightcall II is not available in current builds. You cannot select it in the universe picker, farm achievements on it, or preview it through legitimate in-game unlocks as of August 2026 messaging.
Why Nightcall II matters
Retrowave 2 sells an idealized 1980s future where driving is meditation and neon is religion. Kavinsky’s influence on modern synthwave is foundational—“Nightcall” energy is shorthand for cool detachment, retro crime romance, and midnight velocity. A tribute universe named Nightcall II signals RewindApp wants a district that feels authored for that musical lineage, not just another palette swap on the endless road.
When it ships, expect:
- A new selectable environment on the infinite curved highway system
- Lighting and signage art direction distinct from base Universe List entries
- Readability traits you will need to evaluate with Map Tips before Bomb milestones
- Screenshot and Custom Music pairing potential for players who DJ their own Kavinsky-adjacent playlists
What official notes confirm
Version 1.0 (August 6, 2026) reiterates Nightcall II remains still marked unavailable. The same notes mention up to four new Steam achievements may arrive when the universe launches—critical for completionists tracking 100% on Achievements Hub.
Future polish for unrelated DLC like Lazercity does not substitute Nightcall II; they are separate content threads on Roadmap.
What not to expect right now
Do not expect:
- Nightcall II in the demo’s three-universe sample (Demo Guide)
- Nightcall II inside Lazercity Neon Vice purchase—vice cyberpunk is a different theme
- Hidden beta access via config edits—wiki documents public Steam builds only
- Achievement lists to stay frozen—plan for post-launch additions
If a YouTube thumbnail shows Nightcall II gameplay without citing a public patch date, verify against Updates Hub before treating it as live.
How to prepare while waiting
Skill prep: master readable universes in One Way and Two Way so a dense tribute city does not reset your learning curve.
Garage prep: version 1.0 added VAZ and COMET 4—see Version 1.0 and Car List—giving you fresh metal to debut on Nightcall II launch night.
Score prep: practice with statistics Leaderboard and success windows from Leaderboards and Statistics so launch-week Time Attack pushes start informed.
Completion prep: read Roadmap and delay declaring final 100% until Nightcall II achievements appear if you care about perfect profiles.
Relationship to Worlds Hub and DLC
Base Worlds Hub covers 18+ shipped universes plus map pack expansions. Nightcall II will likely arrive as a base-game content update for owners rather than a separate store SKU—confirm on Steam when available. Until then, rotate existing districts and Map Packs for variety.
Community expectations versus official status
Forum threads and social clips sometimes show wishlist art or fan edits labeled Nightcall II. Official availability follows RewindApp Steam news and patch notes only. When the universe goes live, expect simultaneous updates to Universe List, Updates Hub, and achievement guidance on Leaderboards and Statistics so score routes include the new district on day one.
Watch the video with context
The embedded video captures Retrowave 2’s night-highway fantasy that Nightcall II will extend—not necessarily Nightcall II itself. Use it to recalibrate atmosphere expectations, then return here for factual availability status.
Nightcall II is a promise in neon outline. The highway you have today is fully playable; the Kavinsky tribute lane is still under construction. When RewindApp flips still marked unavailable to live, this page will update alongside content/facts.json and the Universe List roster.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers for Retrowave 2 drivers.
Can I play Nightcall II in Retrowave 2 now?
No. Official notes still list Nightcall II as still marked unavailable.
What is Nightcall II themed after?
It is described as a tribute to Kavinsky and synthwave culture.
Will Nightcall II add achievements?
Version 1.0 notes mention up to four new achievements when the universe ships.
Is Nightcall II part of Lazercity DLC?
No. Lazercity Neon Vice is separate cyberpunk DLC. Nightcall II is its own upcoming universe.