Games Like AGAINST

Enter: the ultimate action hero. Pistol Whip is a physical action-rhythm game where film-inspired gunplay and blood-pumping beats collide. Blast, duck and dodge your way through fever dream Scenes, build unique rhythms in a ballet of bullets and claim glory on the leaderboards. Includes mod support!

Why similar: Rhythm 28.9%, Music 27.1%, VR 19.1%, Shooter 11.9%, Arcade 7.8%

Why You'll Like It: This is the definitive rhythm-shooter experience that mirrors the fast-paced, cinematic combat style of the seed game.

AUDICA™ is a VR “rhythm shooter” that combines Harmonix’s award-winning music gameplay with precision shooting mechanics and a 33-song soundtrack, all set in a mesmerizing cosmic arena.

Why similar: Rhythm 40.6%, Music 39.7%, VR 13.6%, Action 3.8%, Indie 2.3%

Why You'll Like It: A pure rhythm-shooter that focuses on precision aiming and timing to the beat of an electronic soundtrack.

Slay to the beat as the award-winning score of Metal: Hellsinger VR thunders through your body. Experience the smash-hit rhythm FPS like never before and enter a state of unparallelled flow. Show the Hells the meaning of metal.

Why similar: Rhythm 45.2%, VR 27.5%, Shooter 16.5%, Action 4%, Cinematic 2.5%

Why You'll Like It: It perfectly captures the rhythm-based combat loop by requiring players to shoot in sync with a heavy metal soundtrack.

Fantasy and synthwave collide in this physically active VR sword fighting game. Grow stronger as you battle through an awesome neon environment and strike down magic-infused monstrosities in this hack-and-slash roguelite. Fight. Fall. Rise Again.

Why similar: VR 49.4%, Arcade 18.9%, Fast-Paced 17.3%, Action 7.8%, Singleplayer 3.5%

Why You'll Like It: It translates the rhythm-action concept into a melee-focused VR experience where timing your swings and blocks is essential to survival.

Beat Saber is a VR rhythm game where you slash the beats of adrenaline-pumping music as they fly towards you, surrounded by a futuristic world.

Why similar: Music 29%, Rhythm 28.7%, VR 23.9%, Fast-Paced 12.9%, Action 2%

Why You'll Like It: The gold standard for VR rhythm games, offering the same fast-paced, satisfying movement found in the seed game.

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 36.7%, Rhythm 34.1%, Shooter 13.8%, Arcade 9.2%, Action 4.2%

Why You'll Like It: This rhythm-based FPS rewards players for moving and shooting in time with the music, offering a similar high-energy intensity.

Lose track of what’s real. Commit yourself, body and mind. Confront the evocative, elegantly brutal world of SUPERHOT VR. Enemies pouring into the room from all sides, dozens of bullets coursing through the air... Wait. Something seems different in here...

Why similar: VR 35.4%, Shooter 20.5%, Cinematic 17.4%, Hero Shooter 12.1% ★, Atmospheric 7.1%

Why You'll Like It: While not strictly a rhythm game, its time-manipulation mechanics create a similar flow-state feeling of choreographed combat.

Let the music move you in Synth Riders, a dance-action VR rhythm game with custom song support and a thriving multiplayer community!

Why similar: Music 28.3%, Rhythm 27%, VR 17.7%, Fast-Paced 14.5%, Arcade 4.9%

Why You'll Like It: A high-energy VR rhythm game that emphasizes fluid movement and a strong sense of musical immersion.

The legendary action-shooter finally comes to PC, and in style! Blast your way through mind-melting visuals and amazing beats, all in your quest through cyberspace to save a world on the verge of collapse. Playable on your desktop or in fully immersive VR.

Why similar: Rhythm 30.4%, Music 24%, VR 16.1%, Shooter 11.5%, Arcade 7.6%

Why You'll Like It: A classic rail-shooter that turns every action into a rhythmic beat, providing a deeply immersive and stylized VR experience.

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 37.8%, Music 23.7%, Fast-Paced 13.2%, VR 12.5%, Action 3.3%

Why You'll Like It: An intense rhythm-action game that features a dark, psychedelic aesthetic and demanding, fast-paced gameplay.

Slay to the rhythm of metal and vengeance on an infernal journey through the eight Hells. Make them fear the beat. Metal: Hellsinger is a rhythm FPS bursting with demons, badass weapons, and heavy metal music.

Why similar: Rhythm 33.4%, Music 31.9%, Shooter 11.8%, Cinematic 9.6%, Atmospheric 5.1%

Why You'll Like It: The non-VR version of the rhythm-shooter, providing the same core gameplay loop of matching combat actions to a heavy metal beat.

Gun Jam is a rhythm-action FPS where you must shoot, dash and kick to the beat to survive. It features a unique beat-pattern shooting mechanic, a multi-genre OST, custom music and firefights with hordes of enemies in a vibrant world.

Why similar: Music 30.6%, Rhythm 29.6%, Fast-Paced 17.9%, Shooter 10.5%, Atmospheric 4.2%

Why You'll Like It: A rhythm-based FPS that forces you to synchronize your attacks with the beat to survive intense combat encounters.

DARE TO DESCEND INTO HELL? Hellsweeper VR is an intense first-person action-combat VR experience. Traverse the underworld where every step brings a challenge or a chance. Gain mastery of your weapons and elemental magic, or fall to the unrelenting onslaught of hell's twisted souls.

Why similar: VR 54.7%, Shooter 41.2%, Singleplayer 4.1%

Why You'll Like It: This title offers visceral, fast-paced VR combat that rewards players for mastering complex movement and weapon combos.

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 46.8%, Rhythm 41.4%, Action 7.1%, Indie 4.7%

Why You'll Like It: A unique rhythm-action game that combines high-speed flight and shooting with a synchronized musical experience.

Get your fist ready and defeat all the opponents in this VR rhythm action game! Immerse yourself in the fantasy world while throwing your fist to the beat. Release your stress and burn those calories through thrilling exercise!

Why similar: Music 28.6%, Rhythm 28.3%, VR 16.3%, Fast-Paced 13.6%, Action 3.7%

Why You'll Like It: A rhythm-based combat game that focuses on physical movement and timing to defeat opponents.

The Network has been infested. Face a giant creature ruled by music to cleanse it. Fight while switching between 2 complementary Game Modes!

Why similar: Music 34%, Rhythm 30.9%, Action 20.9%, Indie 12.4%, Singleplayer 1.8%

Why You'll Like It: A high-speed, arcade-style VR shooter that requires constant movement and precision, mirroring the intensity of the seed game.

Drums Rock is an arcade drums game for VR, follow the rhythm of rock with your drums and smash the demons. Live a unique campaign: with different levels, challenges, songs and worlds. Drums Rock is an ideal game to feel like a rock hero, while destroying hordes of demons to the rhythm of rock!

Why similar: Rhythm 33.8%, Music 29.4%, VR 24.4%, Arcade 5%, Casual 2.5%

Why You'll Like It: A rhythm-based game that focuses on drumming to the beat, sharing the musical core of the seed game.

COMPOUND is a randomized rogue-lite, free-roaming shooter for VR veterans. Duck and dodge around enemy fire in a tough-as-nails retro FPS with multiple locomotion options. Download the demo below!

Why similar: VR 53.7%, Shooter 26.2%, Action 12%, Indie 5.3%, Singleplayer 2.8%

Why You'll Like It: A retro-styled VR shooter that focuses on tight, responsive combat mechanics and high-speed arcade action.

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 44.7%, Rhythm 41.6%, Action 5.7%, Indie 3.3%, Casual 2.7%

Why You'll Like It: A rhythm-based action game that challenges players to move and attack in sync with the beat.

STRIDE is a high-octane parkour adventure in virtual reality. Fight for your life as you hurtle through the rooftops of a futuristic metropolis. Step into the shoes of a master freerunner as you vault, swing, and shoot your way through this action-packed adventure. Multiplayer now available!

Why similar: VR 36.1%, Fast-Paced 35.2%, Shooter 17.7%, Action 6.5%, Atmospheric 2.3%

Why You'll Like It: This fast-paced parkour game features rhythmic movement and combat elements that demand high physical engagement.

Block the beats! Audioshield puts you at the point of impact for every hit in your songs. Block incoming orbs with your shields and feel the music. Works with any song!

Why similar: Music 39.9%, VR 30%, Rhythm 25.4%, Indie 4.6%

Why You'll Like It: A classic VR rhythm game that generates gameplay based on your own music library, focusing on rhythmic blocking.

BlasterBeat is the award-winning PvP rhythm-shooter. Master shooting to a unique variety of tracks in dynamic and innovative gameplay in arenas that shine on the beat.

Why similar: Rhythm 37.3%, Music 36.4%, Shooter 15.1%, Action 5.1%, Stylized 2.3%

Why You'll Like It: A rhythm-based shooter that combines music with score-attack gameplay mechanics.

PowerBeatsVR is a high-intensity VR fitness game where you box, dodge, and squat to the rhythm of upbeat music. Choose between official songs with leaderboards and dozens of professional workouts or train with your own music using the generator. See those calories burn and your pulse racing.

Why similar: VR 30.7%, Rhythm 20.5%, Music 18.6%, Fast-Paced 11.2%, Action 6.7%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on rhythmic movement and physical engagement, sharing the high-energy nature of the seed game.

VR rhythm game on steroids. Beat challenging songs with your bare fists in Fit Boxing, wield variety of weapons (blades, tonfas, phasers, staff, saw) in Free Style or dominate the playfield in Real 360 mode. Global and friends leaderboards, calories burnt statistics. Custom songs and videos support.

Why similar: Rhythm 26.8%, Music 25.3%, VR 14.3%, Action 13.9%, Casual 10.1%

Why You'll Like It: A rhythm-action game that focuses on physical combat and movement to the beat of the music.

Space Pirate Trainer is the official trainer for wannabe space pirates in VR. Pick up your blasters, put on your sneakers, and dance your way into the Space Pirate Trainer hall of fame.

Why similar: VR 72.3%, Shooter 14.3%, Action 9.2%, Arcade 4.3%

Why You'll Like It: A classic arcade-style VR shooter that emphasizes fast reflexes and dodging, similar to the combat flow of the seed game.

CYBRID is the action-rhythm VR of the Cyber Future! Swords and Pistols are in your hands. Slash and Shoot! Don't let this stop you! Run, dodge, and jump among the neon lights of the city to a powerful soundtrack!

Why similar: Rhythm 40.8%, VR 26%, Shooter 16%, Arcade 10.1%, Action 5.5%

Why You'll Like It: A cyberpunk-themed rhythm-action game that emphasizes fast-paced combat in a VR environment.

Tetris® Effect: Connected adds an all-new robust multiplayer expansion to the huge variety of addictive and innovative single-player modes that Tetris Effect is known for, with all-new co-op and competitive online and local multiplayer modes!

Why similar: Music 45.5%, VR 22.3%, Arcade 11.8%, Atmospheric 6.6%, Stylized 4.1%

Why You'll Like It: An immersive, rhythm-driven experience that transforms a classic puzzle game into a sensory-focused VR journey.

GORN is a ludicrously violent VR gladiator simulator, made by Free Lives, the developers of Broforce and Genital Jousting.

Why similar: VR 78.1%, Action 13.5%, Indie 6.2%, Singleplayer 2.2%

Why You'll Like It: A visceral, arcade-style melee combat game that shares the seed game's focus on intense, up-close VR action.

BONEWORKS is an Experimental Physics VR Adventure. Use found physics weapons, tools, and objects to fight across dangerous playscapes and mysterious architecture.

Why similar: VR 62.5%, Shooter 23.9%, Action 7.9%, Singleplayer 3.2%, Indie 2.5%

Choose from a team of unique heroes and use their skills to fight your way through the ranks of the evil corporation that’s trying to wipe you out. Upgrade your arsenal and use bullet-time to take out your enemies in style. Fast-paced arcade action and one-of-a-kind gunplay – this is Wanted Killer VR!

Why similar: VR 39.9%, Shooter 23.4%, Arcade 10.2%, Action 9.3%, Stylized 6.4%

Why You'll Like It: An arcade-style VR shooter that features bullet-time mechanics and fast-paced combat encounters.

DrumBeats VR is a drumming music game for VR. Play on iconic drumkits and play in epic scenes! With your driving rhythm you become the backbone of every song you play. With a setlist of 21 songs and more on the way, you can play along to your favorite tunes and feel like you're part of the band

Why similar: Rhythm 29.9%, Music 25.8%, Fast-Paced 19.3%, VR 17.5%, Arcade 4.9%

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 48.9%, Music 23%, Shooter 12.1%, Fast-Paced 6.9%, Action 5.4%

RAGER is the music-action brawler that throws you into epic battles where you fight like a true warrior. Set in a dark, digital realm that builds itself around you, each world emerges from the void to test your skill and dissolves once the battle is won.

Why similar: Rhythm 35.5%, VR 24.8%, Fast-Paced 18.2%, Arcade 8.9%, Atmospheric 4.6%

Beat 'Em Down is a First Person Shooter rhythm game where you shoot and play to the rhythm of the music. Select your song and upgrade your weapon through challenges by killing enemies. Are you ready? Beat them down!

Why similar: Rhythm 52.7%, Shooter 22.2%, Arcade 13.7%, Action 7.2%, Indie 3%

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 57%, Rhythm 26.1%, Arcade 4.9%, Action 3.5%, Shooter 3.1%

Lead your viking ship to victory in this rhythm game! Pound your drums to the sound of epic music, from celtic rock to viking power metal, and set sail against your rivals. Solo, Split-Screen & Online PVP included.

Why similar: Music 33.5%, Rhythm 31.4%, VR 16.5%, Arcade 7.3%, Action 3.9%

Beats Fever is a VR rhythm game set in stylish and charming world stages, where players enjoy cool music and catch incoming notes.

Why similar: Music 34.5%, Rhythm 31.4%, VR 25.2%, Action 3.7%, Casual 2.7%

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 37.6%, Music 34%, Arcade 10.6%, Atmospheric 5.8%, Action 4.6%

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 46.1%, Music 44.1%, Arcade 8.7%, Singleplayer 1.1%

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 32.9%, Music 32.9%, Fast-Paced 18.1%, Arcade 6.8%, Action 3.2%

🎶 THE VERY FIRST MUSIC ADAPTING FIRST-PERSON SHOOTER IS HERE! 🎵 Always wanted to shoot mobs while listening to your own favorite music tracks? Now you can.

Why similar: Music 53.3%, Rhythm 28.5%, Shooter 10%, Action 6.2%, Indie 2%

HARD BULLET is a physics-based action game, where enemies flood the neon-lit city bringing destruction to its streets. Use slow-motion, a huge arsenal, and brutal combat to survive and unlock new weapons. Prepare for the next RIDE by mastering your skills in Sandbox and Arena modes.

Why similar: VR 37.2%, Shooter 20.2%, Cinematic 17.8%, Arcade 8.3%, Action 7.1%

Designed to give us back the fun we lost in exercise, BoxVR is the award-winning VR fitness game where you jab, weave and uppercut your way through workouts in time to adrenaline-pumping music.

Why similar: VR 32.8%, Rhythm 27.5%, Music 20.9%, Action 7.9%, Casual 5.8%

A dystopian future. An authoritarian regime. A tale of violence, intrigue, and hope. Swing from towering skyscrapers and battle deadly enemies as you fight to free your city from the evil that consumes it. With a kinetic swinging system, intense gunplay, and an immersive story campaign.

Why similar: VR 32%, Shooter 26.4%, Cinematic 24.9%, Action 9.3%, Atmospheric 7.4%

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

Why similar: Rhythm 47.4%, Music 47.4%, Action 5.2%

Hailing From the Abyss is a rhythm game with a unique duel setup. Beat powerful enemies in rhythmic battles by using consumables, acquiring power-ups, and skill. Guide Suri while she faces her past memories in style and rhythm!

Why similar: Music 40.2%, Rhythm 37.5%, Arcade 9.9%, Action 4.6%, Atmospheric 3.6%

TERRORHYTHM - the music powered beat 'em up game. Follow the rhythm of music to defeat the security systems that keep any sound from the society. Upload your own MP3 collection and battle through your favourite tracks!

Why similar: Music 40%, Rhythm 36.9%, Fast-Paced 23.2%

Crisis Brigade 2 reloaded is about covering, pointing and shooting, fast-paced pure action. Intense shootouts, powerful weapons, challenging levels, fierce enemies... Like the 90's classic arcade machines, but with the immersion that Virtual Reality is capable of.

Why similar: VR 44.8%, Shooter 22.3%, Arcade 15%, Action 10.7%, Indie 5.2%

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 38.3%, Rhythm 35.2%, Arcade 9%, Comic Book 6.6%, Action 4.7%

Rhythm Witch: Beat Death is a game that melds rhythm and survival. Attack to the rhythm of the music while dodging monsters who move and attack to the beat. On your journey to eternal beauty, defeat dancing freaks, ghouls, dragon, and more!

Why similar: Rhythm 86.3%, Action 8.3%, Singleplayer 3%, Indie 2.4%

DubWars is a music game that combines the mechanics of a top-down shooter with the power of Dubstep and Electronic music. Your weapons are synced to the music creating times of intense weapon load outs and calm moments where your survival skills are tested.

Why similar: Music 63.4%, Arcade 13.2%, Action 9.3%, Casual 7.2%, Indie 6.8%

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 65.5%, Arcade 20%, Indie 14.5%

Rhythm Destruction is a rhythm & shoot'em up that aims to combine the best of both genres. Blast and maneuver your way through perilous stages filled with numerous enemies, obstacles and unique boss encounters.

Why similar: Rhythm 62.9%, Action 14.5%, Indie 11.6%, Casual 11%

Arcade-style rhythm pumping FREE FULL BODY TRACKING on VR & PC. Empowered by mobile/webcam AI tracking. Groove to 100s of community songs and maps IN-GAME plus viral dance videos and MVs.

Why similar: Music 26.5%, Rhythm 24.6%, Fast-Paced 18.3%, VR 14.2%, Arcade 6.1%

Federation77 - a dynamic VR arena shooter filled with violence and brutality. Shoot, chop and dismember a marginalized society in VR. Post-Soviet cyberpunk and reactive rhythmic gameplay.

Why similar: VR 30.9%, Rhythm 28.2%, Shooter 22.4%, Hero Shooter 8.3% ★, Action 5.7%

Rhythm game inspired by modern Japanese arcade titles, featuring intense visuals and gameplay, dynamic keyboard and mouse controls, and community integration. Climb the global leaderboards and unlock new content through specialized challenges!

Why similar: Music 42.6%, Rhythm 36.6%, Arcade 10.1%, Action 3.8%, Casual 3.1%

Contractors is a team-based competitive multiplayer shooter game for virtual reality devices. Experience the next level virtual warfare with hardcore controls, lethal weapons, customizable load-outs, and intense firefights. BECOME AN OPERATOR.

Why similar: VR 67.7%, Shooter 17.5%, Action 9.5%, Indie 4.4%, Singleplayer 1%

Shoot. Groove. Loot. Repeat. Cross an ever-changing city skyline, flowing through encounters in tune with the cityscape’s beat. From the weapons you fire, to the enemies you shoot, to the zen-like flow, the only way to win is to become one with the beat.

Why similar: Music 33.5%, Rhythm 32.8%, Shooter 13.7%, Arcade 9.1%, Atmospheric 5%

TAP & Slide - Grab the controller and feel the Music!

Why similar: Music 36.4%, Rhythm 35.3%, VR 19.9%, Action 5%, Casual 3.4%