- #1 AudioSurf
97% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 11,081 reviews2008
Dev: Dylan Fitterer
Windows
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 11.6 hrs≥1hr: 70%
Ride your music. Audiosurf is a music-adapting puzzle racer where you use your own music to create your own experience. The shape, the speed, and the mood of each ride is determined by the song you choose.
Why similar: Music 55.6%, Rhythm 21.8%, Music-Based Procedural Generation 16.6% ★, Indie 1.5%, Arcade 0.9%
Why You'll Like It: The direct predecessor to the seed game that pioneered the music-to-track procedural generation mechanic.
- #2 Beat Hazard 2
96% matchVery Positive86% of 2,251 reviews2019
Dev: Cold Beam Games
Windows
Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 70%
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: Music 36.9%, Music-Based Procedural Generation 31.6% ★, Rhythm 24.7%, Procedural Generation 2%, Arcade 2%
Why You'll Like It: An intense twin-stick shooter that uses your music library to dictate the flow and difficulty of the action.
- #3 Music Racer
95% matchVery Positive88% of 3,638 reviews2018
Dev: AbstractArt
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 15.7 hrs≥1hr: 75%
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 38.4%, Music-Based Procedural Generation 28.5% ★, Rhythm 22.6%, Racing 2.5%, Arcade 2%
Why You'll Like It: A racing game that syncs the track environment and obstacles directly to the beat of your chosen songs.
- #4 Melody's Escape 2
94% matchVery Positive92% of 319 reviews2022
Dev: Icetesy
Windows
Median: 1.3 hrsMean: 9.9 hrs≥1hr: 55%
Run to the rhythm of your own music library! Melody is back, with vastly improved audio analysis algorithms. Each MP3 creates a unique obstacle course synchronized to the beat and the intensity of your music.
Why similar: Music 39.4%, Music-Based Procedural Generation 34.3% ★, Rhythm 24.3%, Indie 1.3%, Colorful 0.7%
Why You'll Like It: A rhythm-based platformer that generates levels based on the energy and tempo of your uploaded music.
- #5 Aaero
94% matchVery Positive82% of 1,042 reviews2017
Dev: Mad FellowsPub: Wired Productions
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 13.7 hrs≥1hr: 83%
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 57.8%, Rhythm 34.6%, Indie 3.7%, Great Soundtrack 3.4%, Action 0.4%
Why You'll Like It: A rail shooter where the environment and enemies pulse and move in perfect synchronization with the electronic soundtrack.
- #6 Beat Hazard
93% matchVery Positive95% of 7,430 reviews2010
Dev: Cold Beam Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 8.2 hrs≥1hr: 88%
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 39.2%, Music-Based Procedural Generation 32.2% ★, Rhythm 24.6%, Indie 1.1%, Arcade 0.9%
Why You'll Like It: The original twin-stick shooter that set the standard for music-reactive procedural gameplay.
- #7 Melody's Escape
92% matchVery Positive93% of 4,811 reviews2016
Dev: Icetesy
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 27.3 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Run, jump and slide to the rhythm of your own music library! In Melody's Escape, advanced audio detection algorithms transcribe the energy that you feel when listening to music into a synchronized gameplay experience, with a captivating and dynamic obstacle course.
Why similar: Music 33%, Music-Based Procedural Generation 29.5% ★, Rhythm 21.9%, Moddable 12.3% ★, Indie 0.9%
Why You'll Like It: The original platformer that translates the dynamics of your music into character movement and obstacles.
- #8 Neon Drive
91% matchVery Positive83% of 2,172 reviews2016
Dev: Fraoula
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 3.5 hrs≥1hr: 76%
Neon Drive is a slick retro-futuristic, '80s inspired arcade game that will make your brain melt. You've been warned.From beautiful cityscapes and ocean roads to exploding enemy spaceships, Neon Drive has it all.
Why similar: Music 53.4%, Rhythm 34.4%, Great Soundtrack 3.3%, Arcade 3%, Racing 1.7%
Why You'll Like It: A retro-futuristic rhythm racing game that challenges players to dodge obstacles in time with the music.
- #9 Thumper
91% matchVery Positive92% of 4,357 reviews2016
Dev: Drool
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 24.3 hrs≥1hr: 75%
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 45.5%, Music 43.4%, Great Soundtrack 4.4%, Indie 2.5%, Arcade 1.3%
Why You'll Like It: A rhythm-action game that combines high-speed movement with visceral, percussive audio feedback.
- #10 Audioshield
90% matchVery Positive81% of 2,738 reviews2016
Dev: Dylan Fitterer
Windows
Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 8.2 hrs≥1hr: 69%
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 47.4%, Music-Based Procedural Generation 30.1% ★, Rhythm 18.9%, Indie 3.5%
Why You'll Like It: A VR title that allows you to block incoming orbs to the beat of any song from your personal collection.
- #11 Rez Infinite
89% matchVery Positive92% of 1,253 reviews2017
Dev: Monstars Inc.Pub: Enhance
Windows
Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 66%
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: Music 51.6%, Rhythm 43%, Arcade 3.9%, Singleplayer 1.2%, Action 0.4%
Why You'll Like It: An iconic rail shooter that blends rhythmic gameplay with synesthetic visuals for a deeply immersive music-driven experience.
- #12 Synth Riders
89% matchVery Positive92% of 1,654 reviews2019
Dev: Kluge Interactive
Windows
Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 7.8 hrs≥1hr: 59%
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 48.8%, Rhythm 30.5%, Moddable 12% ★, Indie 2.1%, Arcade 2%
Why You'll Like It: A VR rhythm game that emphasizes fluid movement and music-synced gameplay in a neon-drenched environment.
- #13 Soundodger+
88% matchVery Positive90% of 814 reviews2013
Dev: Studio Bean
Windows
Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 85%
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 39.4%, Music-Based Procedural Generation 25.9% ★, Rhythm 22.2%, Mouse Only 5.3% ★, Arcade 2%
Why You'll Like It: A bullet-hell rhythm game where you must navigate through patterns that are intricately tied to the music.
- #14 Just Shapes & Beats
86% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 25,363 reviews2018
Dev: Berzerk Studio
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.9 hrsMean: 14.5 hrs≥1hr: 86%
"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: Music 51.4%, Rhythm 34.5%, Great Soundtrack 5.3%, Local Multiplayer 2.3%, Local Co-Op 1.5%
Why You'll Like It: A chaotic rhythm-based bullet-hell game where every movement and obstacle is choreographed to the soundtrack.
- #15 Symphony
87% matchVery Positive84% of 1,497 reviews2012
Dev: Empty Clip Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 84%
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 60.6%, Rhythm 18.3%, Music-Based Procedural Generation 16.4% ★, Indie 1.7%, Arcade 1.2%
Why You'll Like It: A music-driven shoot-em-up that transforms your music collection into unique enemy waves and boss encounters.
- #16 Spin Rhythm XD
84% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 4,182 reviews2023
Dev: Super Spin Digital
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 37.2 hrs≥1hr: 66%
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: Music 53.7%, Rhythm 35.3%, Arcade 2.6%, Indie 2.3%, Casual 1.7%
Why You'll Like It: A precision-based rhythm game that requires matching inputs to the beat for a highly satisfying gameplay loop.
- #17 Distance
85% matchVery Positive92% of 7,513 reviews2018
Dev: Refract
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 28.3 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Distance is an atmospheric racing platformer. Fusing futuristic arcade racing with parkour, survive a deadly, mysterious, neon-drenched city by jumping, rotating, and flying.
Why similar: Racing 37.5%, Great Soundtrack 24.5%, Local Multiplayer 11.4%, Arcade 8.7%, Indie 8.3%
Why You'll Like It: A survival racing game with a heavy focus on atmosphere and a soundtrack that reacts to the player's performance.
- #18 Groove Coaster
86% matchMixed67% of 1,589 reviews2018
Dev: TAITO CORP.Pub: KOMODO
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 7.8 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Riding the rhythmic rails of success from smart phone, into the arcades, now GROOVE COASTER arrives on Steam! Are you ready to ride a roller coaster of sound and light through a universe of music?
Why similar: Music 55.9%, Rhythm 38%, Arcade 2.7%, Great Soundtrack 2.5%, Action 0.4%
Why You'll Like It: An arcade-style rhythm game that emphasizes fast-paced action and a high-energy, music-synced visual experience.
- #19 Sayonara Wild Hearts
84% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 8,817 reviews2019
Dev: SimogoPub: Annapurna Interactive
Windows
Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 77%
Sayonara Wild Hearts is a dreamy arcade game about riding motorcycles, skateboarding, dance battling, shooting lasers, wielding swords, and breaking hearts at 200 mph.
Why similar: Music 54.6%, Rhythm 33.3%, Great Soundtrack 5.9%, Arcade 2.2%, Casual 1.4%
Why You'll Like It: A music-driven arcade game that functions as a playable pop album with seamless transitions between rhythm and action sequences.
- #20 Rift of the NecroDancer
81% matchVery Positive95% of 5,636 reviews2025
Dev: Brace Yourself GamesPub: Klei Publishing
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 9.5 hrs≥1hr: 79%
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 52.2%, Music 31.4%, Music-Based Procedural Generation 10.1% ★, Great Soundtrack 2%, Arcade 1.6%
Why You'll Like It: A rhythm-based spin-off that expands on the original's music-synced mechanics with new gameplay styles.
- #21 Intralism
83% matchVery Positive86% of 4,876 reviews2016
Dev: KHB-Soft
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 34.8 hrs≥1hr: 86%
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 62.5%, Rhythm 24.3%, Music-Based Procedural Generation 9.2% ★, Indie 1.2%, Arcade 1.1%
Why You'll Like It: A challenging rhythm game that focuses on precise timing and complex, music-synced patterns.
- #22 Super Hexagon
82% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 25,003 reviews2012
Dev: Terry Cavanagh
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 18.7 hrs≥1hr: 68%
Super Hexagon is a minimal action game by Terry Cavanagh, with music by Chipzel.
Why similar: Rhythm 40.8%, Music 31.5%, Great Soundtrack 11%, Indie 5.2%, Arcade 4.9%
Why You'll Like It: A minimalist, high-speed arcade game where the rhythmic movement of the screen is essential to survival.
- #23 Crypt of the NecroDancer
82% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 26,306 reviews2015
Dev: Brace Yourself Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 11.7 hrs≥1hr: 76%
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 52.7%, Music 34.3%, Great Soundtrack 6.2%, Indie 2.1%, Local Co-Op 2.1%
Why You'll Like It: A unique dungeon crawler where every action must be performed in time with the beat of the music.
- #24 AVICII Invector
80% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 3,374 reviews2019
Dev: Hello There Games
Windows
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 8.2 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Soar through vocal melodies, sweep each fade and attack every beat in 25 of AVICII’s biggest hits, in this enthralling futuristic rhythm-action experience – AVICII Invector.
Why similar: Music 54.2%, Rhythm 30.6%, Indie 7.3%, Casual 5.6%, Local Multiplayer 1.6%
Why You'll Like It: A rhythm-racing hybrid that focuses on smooth, high-speed travel through environments synced to the artist's music.
- #25 Geometry Dash
79% matchVery Positive93% of 596,917 reviews2014
Dev: RobTop Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 8.6 hrsMean: 99.9 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Jump and fly your way through danger in this rhythm-based action platformer!
Why similar: Music 56.6%, Rhythm 31.9%, Great Soundtrack 5.1%, Difficult 2%, Arcade 1.3%
Why You'll Like It: A rhythm-based platformer where success depends on memorizing patterns that align perfectly with the music.
- #26 BIT.TRIP BEAT
81% matchVery Positive80% of 881 reviews2010
Dev: Gaijin Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 3.2 hrs≥1hr: 67%
From gameplay to visuals to music and imagination, BIT.TRIP BEAT is inspired by classic games in every way. Get sucked into a whole new world of sight and sound as you juggle beats and ride the vibe in this modern look at the beginning of it all. BIT.
Why similar: Music 51.2%, Rhythm 37.2%, Indie 2.9%, Great Soundtrack 2.5%, Arcade 1.9%
Why You'll Like It: A classic rhythm-action game that blends retro aesthetics with music-synced gameplay mechanics.
- #27 Beat Hazard 3
77% matchVery Positive84% of 657 reviews2024
Dev: Cold Beam Games
Windows
Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 67%
Are you ready to explore your music collection mapped as a stunning galaxy of wonders? Experience your music collection as never before with this intense music driven twin stick shooter. Each of your songs will have its own unique ebb and flow based on the music.
Why similar: Music 39.4%, Music-Based Procedural Generation 32.6% ★, Rhythm 25.3%, Indie 1.6%, Casual 0.6%
- #28 Pistol Whip
78% matchVery Positive94% of 4,102 reviews2019
Dev: Cloudhead Games Ltd.
Windows
Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 63%
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: Music 55.3%, Rhythm 38.8%, Arcade 3.8%, Colorful 0.9%, Singleplayer 0.9%
Why You'll Like It: A VR rhythm-action shooter that forces players to move and fire in sync with a pulsing, bass-heavy soundtrack.
- #29 Incredibox
77% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 5,749 reviews2021
Dev: So Far So Good
Windows · Mac
Median: 1.3 hrsMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 57%
Incredibox is a music game that lets you create your own music with the help of a merry crew of beatboxers.
Why similar: Music 38.6%, Rhythm 31%, Music-Based Procedural Generation 20.2% ★, Moddable 4.9% ★, Casual 2%
- #30 A Dance of Fire and Ice
76% matchVery Positive94% of 80,808 reviews2019
Dev: 7th Beat Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 23.5 hrs≥1hr: 80%
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: Music 51.1%, Rhythm 38.2%, Great Soundtrack 2.6%, Arcade 2%, Indie 1.6%
- #31 The Polynomial - Space of the music
79% matchMostly Positive73% of 499 reviews2010
Dev: Dmytry Lavrov
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 18 minMean: 2.4 hrs≥1hr: 17%
Experience the music in a new way. Feel it pulse around you. The Polynomial is a 3D space shooter with unique, fractal based scenery that animates to the music.
Why similar: Music 56.5%, Rhythm 27.3%, Music-Based Procedural Generation 8.7% ★, Indie 2.5%, Arcade 1.6%
Why You'll Like It: A 3D space shooter that uses your music to generate fractal-based visuals and gameplay environments.
- #32 Chiptune Champion
78% matchVery Positive83% of 201 reviews2016
Dev: Blake Garner
Windows
Median: 54 minMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 49%
Transform your keyboard into an instrument and play along to the melody of catchy chiptunes in this challenging rhythm game. Now with tap mode!
Why similar: Music 57.1%, Rhythm 35.2%, Great Soundtrack 3.9%, Indie 2.3%, Casual 1.5%
Why You'll Like It: A rhythm game that focuses on chiptune music with a high degree of challenge and focus on beat-matching.
- #33 Neon Beats
75% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 6,544 reviews2019
Dev: OKYO GAMES
Windows · Mac
Median: 24 minMean: 3.5 hrs≥1hr: 23%
Beat your best scores in Neon Beats, a 2D platformer game with rhythm based levels!
Why similar: Music 54.7%, Rhythm 37.7%, Great Soundtrack 4.3%, Indie 2%, Difficult 0.6%
- #34 Cosmic DJ
76% matchVery Positive88% of 1,054 reviews2014
Dev: Gl33kPub: Devolver Digital
Windows · Mac
Median: 24 minMean: 2.3 hrs≥1hr: 28%
Cosmic DJ is a quick, "pick-up and play" musical experience about the joy of music creation for budding intergalactic musicians of all skill levels. Set among the stars, you will strive to become the legendary Cosmic DJ through six musical adventures as you’re tasked with repairing the all-important “Jamtennas” and bring...
Why similar: Music 91.6%, Indie 4.5%, Casual 3.9%
- #35 MUSYNX
75% matchVery Positive89% of 6,655 reviews2018
Dev: I-InfernoPub: Wave Game
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 19.6 hrs≥1hr: 74%
Indie rhythm game MUSYNX now on STEAM! Real "KEY" Sound System, Classic Gameplay, Unique Visual Themes and Constant Music Updates! MUSYNX is waiting for you!
Why similar: Music 65.4%, Rhythm 26.6%, Indie 2.4%, Arcade 1.9%, Casual 1.6%
- #36 DJMAX RESPECT V
73% matchVery Positive89% of 34,328 reviews2020
Dev: NEOWIZ
Windows
Median: 8.6 hrsMean: 66.6 hrs≥1hr: 87%
DJMAX RESPECT V is the latest installment from the creators of the critically acclaimed rhythm game franchise ‘DJMAX.’ Experience tracks from popular artists such as Marshmello, Porter Robinson, and Yukika, exclusive Full HD Music Videos, online multiplayer, new game modes, and more!
Why similar: Music 50.9%, Rhythm 42.5%, Arcade 2.1%, Casual 1.6%, Multiplayer 1.2%
- #37 Quaver
72% matchVery Positive92% of 16,654 reviews2022
Dev: Swan
Windows · Mac · Linux
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: Music 51.5%, Rhythm 43.1%, Indie 1.9%, Great Soundtrack 1.5%, Casual 1%
- #38 Rocksmith® 2014 Edition REMASTERED LEARN & PLAY
70% matchVery Positive88% of 25,087 reviews2024
Dev: Ubisoft - San FranciscoPub: Ubisoft
Windows
Median: 8.3 hrsMean: 75.2 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Play guitar or bass and start your musical journey with Rocksmith 2014 Remastered Learn & Play! Perfect for beginners and pros, learn at your own rythmm with 60 tracks and customizable tools. Get ready to rock!
Why similar: Music 61.4%, Rhythm 26.2%, Moddable 6.1% ★, Great Soundtrack 1.4%, Local Multiplayer 1.3%
- #39 Music Killer
74% matchMostly Positive70% of 459 reviews2019
Dev: AbstractArt
Windows
Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 68%
🎶 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 59.2%, Rhythm 20.8%, Music-Based Procedural Generation 17.5% ★, Indie 1.4%, Procedural Generation 0.8%
- #40 EZ2ON REBOOT : R
70% matchVery Positive91% of 6,200 reviews2022
Dev: Neonovice Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 8.9 hrsMean: 220.4 hrs≥1hr: 92%
EZ2ON REBOOT : R – The latest entry in the beloved rhythm-action franchise is now released on Steam! Revisit the huge collection of classics with remastered audiovisual. Catch up with the freshest new songs and experiences.
Why similar: Music 48.9%, Rhythm 33%, Music-Based Procedural Generation 12.1% ★, Arcade 2%, Casual 1.6%
- #41 ABC: AUDIO REACTIVE BEAT CIRCLE
73% matchMostly Positive75% of 56 reviews2020
Dev: Mlyst
Windows
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 50.1%, Rhythm 30%, Local Multiplayer 4.1%, Casual 3.7%, Indie 3.4%
- #42 PUMP IT UP RISE
67% matchVery Positive80% of 754 reviews2026
Dev: ANDAMIRO
Windows
PUMP IT UP RISE is the official PC version of the PUMP IT UP series, the arcade rhythm game franchise loved for over 25 years. Optimized for keyboard, gamepad, Steam Deck, and more, it brings the excitement of arcade-style rhythm action back to you on Steam.
Why similar: Rhythm 37.3%, Music-Based Procedural Generation 31.4% ★, Music 23.9%, Arcade 3.3%, Great Soundtrack 1.7%
- #43 Rhythm Rush!
73% matchMixed69% of 176 reviews2017
Dev: KFriske Studios
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Play your own songs to three different game modes on, newly updated to, eight different maps, or fight the three unlockable bosses! Play on four different difficulties to get a range of challenge! Keep track of your stats and compare them to your friends! Earn all the achievements by playing and getting better at it!
Why similar: Music 41.2%, Music-Based Procedural Generation 30.8% ★, Rhythm 23.3%, Indie 3.7%, Singleplayer 0.6%
- #44 MusicWave
71% matchMixed64% of 77 reviews2020
Dev: Stephen JosephPub: PUREHEART
Windows
MusicWave is a challanging Rhythm game for Electronic Dance Music that uses the home row of the keyboard. Players can create, share and download custom tracks through third party tools. With a modern skin and beautiful effects, each song will captivate your senses.
Why similar: Music-Based Procedural Generation 32.1% ★, Rhythm 30.3%, Moddable 11.6% ★, Indie 9.7%, Casual 7.1%
- #45 TAPSONIC BOLD
71% matchMostly Positive75% of 1,197 reviews2019
Dev: NEOWIZ
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 7.2 hrs≥1hr: 88%
MEET POPULAR RHYTHM ACTION GAME 'TAPSONIC' SERIES NOW ON STEAM!
Why similar: Music 48.3%, Rhythm 43.8%, Racing 4.3%, Casual 3.3%, Action 0.4%
- #46 Audio Trip
68% matchVery Positive90% of 359 reviews2022
Dev: Kinemotik StudiosPub: Impact Inked
Windows
Median: 36 minMean: 5.4 hrs≥1hr: 37%
Dance to your favorite music (and workout in “Cardio”) as you catch gems, ride ribbons, smash drums, & dodge barriers. With tracks by Zedd, Lady Gaga, Skrillex, deadmau5, Tiësto, express yourself & get creative with the in-VR editor--with support for your own songs!
Why similar: Music 52.1%, Rhythm 32%, Moddable 12% ★, Indie 2.3%, Casual 1.1%
- #47 Inside My Radio
70% matchVery Positive88% of 469 reviews2015
Dev: Seaven StudioPub: Iceberg Interactive
Windows
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Can you beat the beat? Journey as a green LED mysteriously trapped inside a dying boombox and play the ultimate musical experience. In this rhythmic platform adventure where your every action needs to be right on the beat, bring electro, dub and disco music back to life!
Why similar: Music 57.3%, Rhythm 30.9%, Great Soundtrack 4.7%, Indie 3.6%, Casual 2.4%
- #48 Pianistic
69% matchVery Positive86% of 267 reviews2020
Dev: Bytecat Games
Windows
Become a pianist with KEYBOARD and MOUSE! Play the masterpieces of classic, jazz and other piano pieces.
Why similar: Music 42%, Rhythm 29.4%, Moddable 13.2% ★, Music-Based Procedural Generation 11% ★, Difficult 1.3%
- #49 O2Jam : The Beginning
67% matchMixed44% of 88 reviews2026
Dev: SuperTurbine Technology Inc.
Windows · Mac
O2Jam : The Beginning is the official PC version based on O2Jam - Music & Game, featuring the entire series collection. Enjoy legendary original tracks, overwhelming note impact, and various key modes! From nostalgic classics to new hits, experience the authentic rhythm action of O2Jam.
Why similar: Music 40.3%, Music-Based Procedural Generation 30.9% ★, Rhythm 25.8%, Casual 1.2%, Indie 1.1%
- #50 Afterbeat (Project Arrhythmia)
67% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 2,632 reviews2019
Dev: Vitamin GamesPub: Kwalee
Windows
Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 57%
A musical bullet-hell where all things beautiful are deadly. Dodge well little nanobot, you don't have much time.
Why similar: Music 52.7%, Rhythm 30.7%, Local Multiplayer 4.3%, Local Co-Op 3.4%, Arcade 2.9%
- #51 Music Racer 2000
69% matchMixed43% of 60 reviews2022
Dev: AbstractArt
Windows
Music Racer 2000 is a music-adapting racing/runner/action game in an aesthetic retrowave world where you use your music to race your unique cars!
Why similar: Rhythm 49.9%, Music-Based Procedural Generation 36% ★, Racing 8.5%, Indie 4.1%, Colorful 1%
- #52 Beat Saber
66% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 75,994 reviews2019
Dev: Beat Games
Windows
Median: 11.5 hrsMean: 37.9 hrs≥1hr: 90%
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 40.4%, Rhythm 26.2%, Music-Based Procedural Generation 17.8% ★, Moddable 9.6% ★, Great Soundtrack 2.2%
- #53 MuseSwipr
66% matchVery Positive86% of 685 reviews2022
Dev: Kartsu
Windows
A rhythm game where you swipe between two lanes to the beat. Form your own flow and unleash your greatest swiping performance.
Why similar: Music 50.6%, Rhythm 33%, Moddable 11.5% ★, Indie 1.4%, Difficult 1.3%
- #54 RhythmStrike
62% matchVery Positive94% of 156 reviews2026
Dev: Aninoss
Windows · Linux
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 58.3%, Rhythm 33%, Arcade 3.3%, Indie 2.3%, Casual 1.6%
- #55 Rhythm Doctor
60% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 26,326 reviews2025
Dev: 7th Beat Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 8.9 hrs≥1hr: 78%
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 52.5%, Rhythm 32.8%, Local Multiplayer 4.4%, Local Co-Op 3.7%, Arcade 2.6%