The latest Friday Night Funkin’ update isn’t exactly Week 8, but it brings something just as exciting: an official collaboration with K-pop group LE SSERAFIM featuring their hit song “Spaghetti” (feat. j-hope) now playable right in FNF! This special collab dropped in early January 2026, giving players a fun new challenge while waiting for the long-awaited Week 8 content. funkin.me+1

In this update, the game’s protagonists Boyfriend and Girlfriend take the stage alongside LE SSERAFIM, complete with custom visuals and rhythms synced to Spaghetti — delivering one of the most unique official musical crossovers the rhythm title has ever had. Wikipedia

How to Play the Spaghetti Track in FNF

If you’re familiar with Friday Night Funkin’ basics, Spaghetti will feel right at home — but with some spicy twists:

Objective

• Hit the notes in time with the music as they scroll up the screen.
• Arrow notes will match the beat of Spaghetti, so timing and rhythm are key.

Controls

• Keyboard: Use the Arrow Keys (← ↑ ↓ →) to match the corresponding on-screen arrows.
• Optional keys: You can also configure extra inputs depending on your setup.

Gameplay Tips

✔️ Stay on beat: The faster and more accurate your timing, the higher your score.
✔️ Watch patterns: Spaghetti introduces some lively rhythmic flows that mix up simple and tricky sequences.
✔️ Perfect timing = higher meter: Nail combos to keep your health meter high.
✔️ Multiplayer/Freeplay: You can play Spaghetti also in Freeplay if you want to practice without affecting story progress.

Key Features in the Spaghetti / LE SSERAFIM Update

This special update adds new official content to FNF, distinct from the main Week 8 storyline but still huge for the community:

1. Playable Spaghetti Track

• A brand-new official song from LE SSERAFIM is now integrated as a playable track.
• The beat is energetic and fun, blending K-pop vibes with classic FNF rhythm action.

2. Character Interactions On Stage

• Boyfriend raps alongside animated versions of LE SSERAFIM members, and Girlfriend appears with Chaewon.
• Animations and timing are synced tightly to the song’s flow, giving it a dynamic performance feel.

3. Custom Visuals & Art Style

• New stage visuals and stylized backgrounds inspired by the Spaghetti music video.
• Custom sing and miss animations that reflect the theme.

4. Organized Official Release

• The collab was released through the official FNF blog and is playable on Newgrounds and Itch.io, just like other FNF updates. funkin.me
• It’s also supported in the latest downloadable builds.

Why This Update Matters (Even Without Week 8)

Although hardcore fans are still waiting for the full Week 8 campaign, the Spaghetti collab gives players something fresh to dive into — with real music stars integrated into the rhythm game. It also showcases official developer support for crossovers beyond the game’s usual characters, hinting at more exciting collaborations or content in the future.

Many players have noticed that after finishing Spaghetti, the game indicates “Week 8 next,” confirming that this is a side release while the main update is still in development.