Games Like Afterbeat (Project Arrhythmia)

Save patients with your rhythm mastery! Rhythm Doctor is a rhythm game where you heal patients by defibrillating in time to their heartbeats. Learn each patient's unique heartbeat and defeat boss viruses trying to sabotage your rhythm, all set to heart-pumping, soul-soothing music.

Why similar: Music 21.1%, Rhythm 20.4%, Level Editor 16.9%, Local Co-Op 11.4%, Local Multiplayer 8.7%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on precision and timing, offering a unique rhythm-based experience that rewards players for hitting beats during complex visual distractions.

"Just Shapes & Beats" is a chaotic co-op musical bullet-hell based on three simple things: avoid Shapes, move to the kick-ass Beats, and die, repeatedly.

Why similar: Rhythm 24%, Music 23%, Bullet Hell 12%, Difficult 10.2%, 4 Player Local 6.1%

Why You'll Like It: This is the closest experience to Project Arrhythmia, featuring intense, music-synced bullet-hell boss battles and a similar vibrant aesthetic.

Dodge the music and weave through an endless ballet of bullets in an all-new collection of hand-crafted levels set to the music of an award-winning cast of international musicians. Turn any song into an amazing experience with the robust Level Editor and never run out of things to dodge.

Why similar: Rhythm 28.8%, Bullet Hell 17.5%, Level Editor 15.2%, Difficult 14.3%, Abstract 10.9%

Why You'll Like It: A direct evolution of the bullet-hell rhythm genre that emphasizes dodging complex patterns in perfect time with the music.

A Dance of Fire and Ice is a strict rhythm game. Keep your focus as you guide two orbiting planets along a winding path without breaking their perfect equilibrium.

Why similar: Rhythm 29%, Music 25%, Level Editor 16.5%, Difficult 10.1%, Co-op 5.1%

Why You'll Like It: A minimalist, high-difficulty rhythm game that requires perfect synchronization to navigate increasingly complex paths.

Intralism - fast and hard rhythm game. Listen to music and match arcs to the beat. Master all beatmaps or create your own and challenge friends in the online multiplayer. But remember: wrong button - failed try.

Why similar: Music 44.1%, Rhythm 26.7%, Level Editor 12.3%, Difficult 6.7%, Multiplayer 3.3%

Why You'll Like It: A community-driven rhythm game that features intense bullet-hell elements and a powerful level editor for custom tracks.

Jump and fly your way through danger in this rhythm-based action platformer!

Why similar: Music 27.6%, Rhythm 24.2%, Level Editor 22.4%, Difficult 16.9%, 2D 3.3%

Why You'll Like It: Renowned for its extreme difficulty and music-synced platforming, it shares the same spirit of community-created levels and high-speed challenges.

NOISZ is an unprecedented mix of rhythm game, bullet hell shoot-em-up, and visual novel. Battle a variety of challenging and unique bosses by performing actions to the beat, in order to progress through a massive anime-inspired narrative full of surprising twists and colorful characters!

Why similar: Rhythm 29.4%, Music 27%, Bullet Hell 17.7%, Difficult 14.2%, Anime 7%

Why You'll Like It: Combines hardcore bullet-hell shooting mechanics with rhythm-based gameplay and a dark, visual-novel narrative.

Create musical beats that kill. Beat Blast is a music maker, bullet hell, dungeon crawler, roguelite. Battle through dungeons and defeat big bosses. Collect weapons, passives and musical instruments!

Why similar: Music 32.4%, Rhythm 22.7%, Bullet Hell 18.1%, Difficult 15.4%, 2D 3.2%

Why You'll Like It: An action-roguelike that integrates rhythm mechanics into combat, requiring players to time their attacks and movements to the beat.

Dodge the music and dance through a mesmerizing ballet of choreographed bullets, each synced to music from over a dozen international artists. Push your creativity and skills with the fully-featured Level Editor and never run out of things to dodge.

Why similar: Music 23.2%, Rhythm 20.4%, Level Editor 16.7%, Bullet Hell 12.2%, Difficult 9%

Why You'll Like It: The original classic that defined the bullet-hell rhythm genre, focusing on dodging projectiles that pulse to the music.

An UNCONVENTIONAL ADVENTURE RPG that takes place in an inexpressible world filled with amusing musical battles and strange delightful encounters. To put it simply: You are in for a ride.🍄

Why similar: Music 37%, Rhythm 23.6%, Bullet Hell 15.7%, Level Editor 14.4%, 2D 3.6%

Why You'll Like It: A unique rhythm-based RPG that features challenging combat encounters where you must dodge attacks in sync with the soundtrack.

Thumper is rhythm violence: classic rhythm-action, blistering speed, and brutal physicality. You are a space beetle. Brave the hellish void and confront a maniacal giant head from the future.

Why similar: Rhythm 46.1%, Music 28.2%, Difficult 14.2%, Arcade 3.7%, Action 3.6%

Why You'll Like It: An intense 'rhythm violence' game that forces players to navigate high-speed obstacles and rhythmic patterns with extreme precision.

Enter the Rhythm Dimension. A homage to classic arcade rhythm games (Guitar Hero, DDR), with a modern aesthetic and soundtrack. Match colours and beats, spin, tap, flick and flow through the juiciest beats in the universe. Supports multiple control styles including MIDI DJ gear on Steam!

Why similar: Rhythm 33.6%, Music 32.7%, Difficult 12.8%, Multiplayer 7.1%, Arcade 6.9%

Why You'll Like It: Offers highly precise, tactile rhythm gameplay that demands intense focus and synchronization with the music.

Experience your music collection like never before with this intense music driven arcade shooter. Each of your songs will have its own unique ebb and flow based on the music.

Why similar: Music 31.7%, Rhythm 31%, Bullet Hell 17.4%, Local Co-Op 4.6%, Co-op 3.6%

Why You'll Like It: A twin-stick shooter that procedurally generates its bullet-hell intensity based on the music tracks you provide.

Crypt of the NecroDancer is an award winning hardcore roguelike rhythm game. Move to the music and deliver beatdowns to the beat! Groove to the epic Danny Baranowsky soundtrack, or select songs from your own MP3 collection!

Why similar: Rhythm 48.7%, Music 20.4%, Difficult 12.2%, Local Co-Op 9.5%, Co-op 3.6%

Why You'll Like It: A genre-defining rhythm-roguelike where every movement and action must be performed on the beat to succeed.

Butcher loads of zombies in Rhythm with Metal! Survive on the highway to hell fighting an epic freakshow! Now with 30 levels of pure madness! 19 Licensed tracks and a Community Level Editor to import your own songs!

Why similar: Rhythm 31.5%, Music 19.3%, Level Editor 19.1%, Bullet Hell 14.7%, Arcade 7.9%

Why You'll Like It: A high-energy rhythm shooter that forces you to survive waves of zombies by keeping time with a heavy metal soundtrack.

Paradise of parkour & rhythm game ★★★ — Muse Dash!!

Why similar: Music 43.3%, Rhythm 37.8%, Anime 7.5%, Difficult 4.7%, Arcade 2.1%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, anime-styled rhythm action game that blends traditional rhythm mechanics with side-scrolling combat.

A mysterious entity is absorbing and corrupting your music before your very eyes. You must battle through your own song collection and fight to reclaim your music!

Why similar: Music 53.7%, Rhythm 25.2%, Bullet Hell 10%, Arcade 4.7%, Action 3%

Why You'll Like It: A classic shoot-em-up that transforms your personal music library into a unique, rhythm-synced bullet-hell experience.

Trace ribbons of light to release the energy in the music as you speed through stylised alien worlds. Battle strange enemies and fight epic boss battles all driven by an incredible licensed soundtrack.

Why similar: Music 45.7%, Rhythm 42.6%, Action 6.6%, Indie 5.1%

Why You'll Like It: A high-speed rail shooter where your movement and combat effectiveness are directly tied to the rhythm of the music.

Melatonin is a rhythm game about dreams and reality merging together. It uses animations and sound cues to keep you on beat without any intimidating overlays or interfaces. Harmonize through a variety of dreamy levels containing surprising challenges, hand-drawn art, and vibrant music.

Why similar: Rhythm 55.4%, Music 27.1%, Indie 3.8%, Difficult 3.4%, 2D 3.4%

Why You'll Like It: A dreamy, hand-drawn rhythm game that uses unique visual cues to teach complex rhythmic patterns.

Project Heartbeat is the ultimate cute community-driven rhythm game, featuring music from top artists of the Eurobeat genre made popular by the Initial D anime and manga.

Why similar: Rhythm 42.7%, Music 37.5%, Multiplayer 7.2%, Anime 7.2%, Indie 5.4%

Why You'll Like It: A community-focused rhythm game inspired by classic titles, featuring extensive modding capabilities and custom song support.

Beat your best scores in Neon Beats, a 2D platformer game with rhythm based levels!

Why similar: Rhythm 43.6%, Music 40.6%, Difficult 7.9%, 2D 3.9%, Indie 2.6%

Why You'll Like It: A minimalist rhythm platformer that emphasizes fluid movement and tight synchronization with a great electronic soundtrack.

This is a Roguelike Horizontal Action game that players need to follow the beat to defeat opponents. Beat to follow, fist to the bone. Face the foe, and dance to kill!

Why similar: Music 37.7%, Rhythm 36%, Difficult 16.8%, Action 4.4%, Indie 3.1%

Why You'll Like It: A side-scrolling action game that requires you to move and attack in time with the beat to defeat enemies.

The world's fastest brawler is back. Experience cinematic kung-fu in the most epic stickman fighter ever made. Staying true to the original, you play with only two buttons. Every press matters, do not button mash!

Why similar: Rhythm 25.7%, Action 21.4%, Arcade 16.6%, Difficult 13.2%, Indie 11.2%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced combat game that feels like a rhythm game, requiring precise timing to execute cinematic attacks.

Rhythm + Rich Story & Characters. You play as a new student in Concordia Academy of Music, facing a crisis on your first day joining the Cajon Club. Music dueling, co-op jamming, or even play with a real cajon!

Why similar: Music 27.1%, Rhythm 23.9%, Level Editor 11.8%, 4 Player Local 10.4%, Local Co-Op 8.9%

Why You'll Like It: A unique rhythm-based narrative experience that uses music to drive the story and gameplay forward.

THE BEAT REVOLVES AROUND YOU in Beatblock, the headspinning rhythm-action game! Move your paddle and block to the beat in simple yet deviously bombastic levels, each complete with their own unique theming and visuals.

Why similar: Music 22.2%, Rhythm 21.9%, Level Editor 17.9%, Abstract 10.3%, Difficult 9.7%

The NecroDancer's back in an all-new rhythm game! Dragged into a strange new world, Cadence must engage in musical combat with monsters surging through the Rift! Face pulse-pounding Rhythm Rifts where every beat is a battle, all set to an original soundtrack by Danny Baranowsky & friends.

Why similar: Rhythm 52%, Music 20.1%, Difficult 7.8%, Level Editor 7.7%, Arcade 4.4%

BPM is a rhythm-action FPS rogue-like where you must shoot, jump and dodge to the beat of an epic rock soundtrack. Delve into a randomly generated dungeon where one missed note can lead to your death. Gain game-changing abilities and loot powerful weaponry to defeat your ancient enemy: Nidhogg.

Why similar: Rhythm 51.9%, Music 23.6%, Difficult 9.7%, Bullet Hell 5.4%, Action 5.1%

Why You'll Like It: A rhythm-based FPS where every action, from shooting to reloading, must be performed on the beat to be effective.

Meditative rhythm ping-pong

Why similar: Music 26.4%, Rhythm 23.8%, Level Editor 17%, Difficult 9.8%, Local Co-Op 9.3%

Why You'll Like It: A relaxing yet challenging rhythm-based sports game that focuses on maintaining a steady beat during rallies.

Dive into the cyberpop world of Beat Souls! Dodge and dance your way to a high-score in this intense rhythm action game.

Why similar: Music 29.7%, Rhythm 28%, Bullet Hell 13.9%, Anime 7.1%, Arcade 7.1%

Why You'll Like It: A rhythm-action game that introduces a unique lane-switching mechanic to dodge obstacles in time with the music.

Ratatan is a rhythm roguelike action game that combines rhythm games and side-scrolling action, with online co-op gameplay supporting up to 4 players. An intense battle unfolds with over 100 characters fighting in a massive melee. Let's defeat the enemies together!

Why similar: Music 35.9%, Rhythm 28.4%, Co-op 10.4%, Anime 7.9%, Multiplayer 6.8%

Embark as a knight alone or with friends in an order chasing their potential. Experience a rhythm game with an original soundtrack, in-depth character customization, and a story following an ensemble cast in a tranquil hub world. What will you find at the peak of what you're chasing?

Why similar: Rhythm 25.9%, Music 24.9%, Level Editor 22.4%, Abstract 7.8%, Multiplayer 6.5%

Free-to-play intense rhythm, racing, and adventure! Play the story campaign, or hang out in the arcade. Play your way with a huge array of gameplay options. What's your rhythm style? Supports keyboard, gamepad, or arcade-style controllers.

Why similar: Music 28.3%, Rhythm 27.6%, Level Editor 22.8%, Difficult 9.3%, Local Multiplayer 6.6%

Why You'll Like It: A high-speed rhythm racing game that emphasizes lane-based movement and precise timing.

Project Rhombus is a rhythm-based casual action game that combines exciting electronic music with stylish flat design. Hold on as long as possible, blocking the oncoming arrows moving to the beat.

Why similar: Rhythm 28.2%, Music 21.5%, Difficult 13.9%, Abstract 13.4%, Arcade 7.6%

A next-generation rhythm game where story and music intertwine. Enjoy a tracklist filled with famous licensed songs and exclusive original songs made by renowned composers Discover an immersive story, and face endless challenges. Your performance will dictate the fate of the world.

Why similar: Music 30.5%, Rhythm 29.5%, Difficult 11.2%, Multiplayer 7.3%, Anime 7.2%

A rhythm game where you swipe between two lanes to the beat. Form your own flow and unleash your greatest swiping performance.

Why similar: Rhythm 30%, Music 29.6%, Level Editor 17.2%, Difficult 13.6%, 2D 2.9%

UNBEATABLE is a rhythm adventure where music is illegal and you do crimes. Follow the story of Beat and her band on the run, in a narrative experience full of big emotions powered by arcade-flawless rhythm gameplay.

Why similar: Rhythm 41.9%, Music 38.6%, Anime 9.1%, Arcade 7.6%, 2D 1.7%

Experience a new way to listen to your favourite music. Audio-reactive arcade game where you dodge pulsating shapes. The player spin around the center and dodges the neon shapes that move slower or faster depending on the audio.

Why similar: Music 24.6%, Rhythm 22.9%, Local Co-Op 11.5%, Local Multiplayer 9.8%, Co-op 8.3%

Shoot to the beat in this rhythm bullet hell where every shot creates music. Turn any YouTube song into a bullet hell epic battle.

Why similar: Rhythm 26.9%, Music 23.7%, Bullet Hell 15.7%, Cartoon 9.4%, Arcade 7.5%

A rhythm adventure from a new perspective. Drive and drift to the beat on a futuristic road trip through the music, where the skyline is always in sync.

Why similar: Music 29.1%, Rhythm 28.6%, Level Editor 23.9%, Difficult 12%, Action 2.9%

Music Racer is a musical arcade game, where you get to race at full speed while dodging obstacles to the rhythm of the music.

Why similar: Music 30.4%, Rhythm 27.9%, Difficult 11.6%, Abstract 9.9%, Arcade 6.7%

Deftly teleport your way through a cosmic obstacle course in this white-knuckle arcade dodge-em-up!

Why similar: Rhythm 19.5%, Difficult 17.9%, Abstract 15.8%, Bullet Hell 13.8%, Music 13.6%

Rhythm Journey is a story based, hardcore 2-buttons rhythm game.

Why similar: Rhythm 39.1%, Music 35.2%, Difficult 15.2%, Indie 3.6%, 2D 3.5%

Turn your keyboard into an instrument as you type away to the beat of the music! Typing Tempo is a 41-key typing rhythm game that will push your typing skills to the limit!

Why similar: Rhythm 30.3%, Music 22.1%, Level Editor 20.3%, Difficult 12.6%, Arcade 7.3%

Sixtar Gate: STARTRAIL is a rhythm game for keyboard set against a space exploration backdrop. Captain your science vessel alongside your navigator Shii as you explore the vast Sixtar system!

Why similar: Rhythm 48.1%, Music 19.8%, Arcade 10.3%, Anime 7.8%, Action 6.7%

Keep your trigger finger on the pulse! In rhythm shooter ROBOBEAT, you'll play as Ace - a bounty hunter on a mission to capture robot-gone-rogue Frazzer in his ever-shifting lair. Wall run, slide, and shoot to your own beat using the in-game custom music editor, blasting through Frazzer's armies!

Why similar: Music 42.1%, Rhythm 40.1%, Arcade 10.7%, Action 4.5%, Singleplayer 2.5%

Vertical-scrolling rhythm game inspired by modern Japanese arcade titles, featuring hybrid keyboard and mouse mechanics and music-synced visual effects. Climb the global leaderboards and unlock new content through specialized challenges!

Why similar: Music 35.9%, Rhythm 31.6%, Abstract 11.6%, Arcade 8.7%, Anime 5.6%

Navigate breathtaking, celestial worlds while mastering the beat of chart-topping hits from today’s most popular artists, such as PinkPantheress, Charlie Puth, and more. Discover fresh new music from tomorrow’s biggest stars on a cosmic trip where every note guides your way.

Why similar: Music 31.3%, Rhythm 31%, 4 Player Local 14.6%, Local Multiplayer 9%, Multiplayer 5%

Hurrican-like Bullet Hell. Avoid the rain of bullets to the rhythms of "dubstep". Help the hero to defeat the aliens and to take revenge on the interstellar aggressor!

Why similar: Rhythm 41.3%, Bullet Hell 36.4%, Arcade 12.5%, Indie 9.9%

A 4-key vertical rhythm game featuring two chart types:Rhythm-focused Drum Mode and melody-driven Melody Mode. Developed by the Chinese indie music platform dizzylab, with a large and continuously expanding music library！

Why similar: Rhythm 37.3%, Music 36.3%, Arcade 5.8%, Cartoon 4.3%, Anime 4.1%

BeatBeat is a rhythm platformer. Move with your left hand. Groove with your right hand. Run, jump, tap, hold, and mash your way through levels packed with vaporwave aesthetics and funky beats. Beat Beat the game.

Why similar: Rhythm 32%, Music 30.2%, Level Editor 26.2%, 2D 3.3%, Arcade 3.2%

Experience your music collection as never before with this intense music driven arcade shooter. Each of your songs will have its own unique ebb and flow based on the music.

Why similar: Rhythm 32.8%, Music 31.4%, Bullet Hell 15.3%, Arcade 7.1%, Co-op 5.7%

Dash, jump and fly your way through epic levels with rhythm-based gameplay!

Why similar: Music 28.5%, Rhythm 23.1%, Level Editor 19.9%, Difficult 13.2%, Arcade 5.4%

A fast paced action shooter inspired by the arcade classic Super Pang! Use a wide selection of weapons and powerups to tear through increasingly challenging levels.

Why similar: Local Co-Op 22.7%, Bullet Hell 15.7%, Co-op 13.7%, Difficult 10.7%, Arcade 10.4%

Temp Zero is a minimalist roguelike which mixes intense action and musical bullet hell. Fight enemies which attack to the beat, choose perks, defeat the final boss, unlock new weapons, spells & soundtracks!

Why similar: Music 30.7%, Rhythm 29.3%, Bullet Hell 16.3%, Difficult 11.3%, Arcade 7.5%

Dodge bullets to the rhythm and take down everything that moves! A rhythmical danmaku action game.

Why similar: Rhythm 51.7%, Bullet Hell 26.3%, Action 8%, Difficult 6.6%, 2D 5.5%

Dodge! Shoot! Go faster! Break the sound barrier in this unbelievably fast game and go straight for the first place in the leaderboard of BARRIER X!

Why similar: Music 28.9%, Rhythm 21.5%, Difficult 16.2%, Arcade 9.5%, Level Editor 9.2%

Kill The Music is a Rhythm Action Roguelite about defeating hordes of enemies with musical instruments.

Why similar: Rhythm 31.2%, Music 30.4%, Bullet Hell 16.9%, Cartoon 8.8%, Anime 6.3%

Quaver is a community-driven and open-source competitive rhythm game with two game modes and online leaderboards. Create your own maps, or challenge the world in online multiplayer matches.

Why similar: Rhythm 45.6%, Music 35%, Level Editor 7.2%, Difficult 5.6%, Multiplayer 3%

Enjoy chill Lo-fi walks and fight bosses to K-POP, EDM and Hip-Hop inspired tracks. Features a quirky story, 30 handcrafted levels and various EX-modes to refresh your gameplay.

Why similar: Rhythm 34.2%, Music 33.2%, Difficult 16.2%, Arcade 7.8%, Anime 4.9%

A rhythmic danmaku shooter appears! Seven days of danmaku, music, and sake—celebrate the festival to the fullest!

Why similar: Rhythm 51.3%, Bullet Hell 24.8%, Action 9.3%, Difficult 7.8%, Indie 3.4%