- #1 Party Pumper
97% matchMostly Positive73% of 33 reviews2019
Dev: Fibrum Limited
Windows
Born in the vibrations of music, Party Pumper is a game about parties and for parties! Player's goal is to entertain the audience by mixing a music samples. Combine this with a dance movements and fun party gadgets action, interact with partygoers crowd and pump the party!
Why similar: Music 41.2%, Rhythm 40.9%, Indie 17.9%
- #2 Retro/Grade
96% matchVery Positive84% of 396 reviews2013
Dev: 24 Caret Games
Windows
Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Play a classic Shoot 'Em Up... in reverse!
Why similar: Rhythm 42.4%, Music 29.1%, Indie 15.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 12.8%
- #3 Laserlife
96% matchMostly Positive74% of 119 reviews2015
Dev: Choice Provisions
Windows
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 4.8 hrs≥1hr: 95%
Remember what it means to be a human in this interactive biography of a dead astronaut found in deep space by future intelligences who have no concept of humankind.
Why similar: Rhythm 44.9%, Music 40.3%, Indie 14.8%
- #4 Beat the Song
95% matchVery Positive89% of 99 reviews2018
Dev: AAAGAMES
Windows
A music game, where you play songs. You play missing percussion, guitars, pianos, vocals, synthesizers, effects, strings and many more other instruments that change during the game. A total of 127 minutes of music you can play.
Why similar: Rhythm 34.1%, Indie 33%, Music 32.9%
- #5 Ephemerid: A Musical Adventure
94% matchVery Positive92% of 223 reviews2015
Dev: SuperChop Games
Windows
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 3.3 hrs≥1hr: 69%
Ephemerid is a rock fairy tale about a paper mayfly. Part rhythm game, part point-and-click adventure, and part rock opera.
Why similar: Rhythm 43.2%, Music 39.7%, Indie 17.2%
- #6 BIT.TRIP CORE
93% matchMixed59% of 156 reviews2012
Dev: Gaijin Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 1.3 hrsMean: 3.1 hrs≥1hr: 63%
Takes the player into unfamiliar territory as they use NES-style controls to blast their way through the barrage of Beats in this rhythm-music adventure.
Why similar: Rhythm 51%, Music 31.9%, Indie 17.2%
- #7 KickBeat Steam Edition
92% matchMixed66% of 772 reviews2014
Dev: Zen Studios
Windows
Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 89%
From indie pioneers Zen Studios (makers of Pinball FX2 and CastleStorm) comes KickBeat, an innovative rhythm game with a Kung Fu theme, featuring fully 3D characters and high-energy music! You can use your own music to create custom KickBeat tracks, allowing you ultimate replayability!
Why similar: Music 45.2%, Rhythm 42.1%, Indie 12.7%
- #8 Santa Rockstar
91% matchVery Positive82% of 342 reviews2016
Dev: Bekho TeamPub: Volens Nolens Games
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 9.7 hrs≥1hr: 93%
SAVE CHRISTMAS WITH THE POWER OF ROCK! Santa needs your help! Take your guitar and rock all around the world, delivering presents in the Merry Christmas Stage Sled with the help of the Reindeer Band. Test your skills in this amazing music game, with incredible rock versions of the best known Christmas Carols.
Why similar: Rhythm 42.4%, Music 40.8%, Indie 16.8%
- #9 BIT.TRIP VOID
91% matchMostly Positive78% of 99 reviews2012
Dev: Gaijin Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 3.1 hrs≥1hr: 65%
BIT.TRIP VOID is the third installment in the retro-arcade BIT.TRIP saga.BIT.TRIP VOID is a synesthetic exploration of rhythm and music as they pertain to our everyday lives and moods. In a control scheme brand new to the series, yet wholly familiar to gamers, the player is given complete freedom to move about the screen wherever they...
Why similar: Rhythm 40.5%, Music 39%, Indie 20.5%
- #10 BIT.TRIP FATE
89% matchMixed68% of 140 reviews2013
Dev: Gaijin Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 3.4 hrs≥1hr: 67%
FATE is the penultimate chapter in the six-part BIT.TRIP series and will leave you wondering what’s next.Key Features:The arrow keys control CommanderVideo while the mouse allows you to fire anywhere on screen! Or if you prefer, plug in a controller for dual-stick shooting action!
Why similar: Rhythm 41%, Music 39.4%, Indie 19.6%
- #11 Symphony
89% 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 49.9%, Rhythm 26.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.7%, Indie 7.3%
- #12 AUDICA: Rhythm Shooter
87% matchVery Positive85% of 587 reviews2019
Dev: Harmonix Music Systems, Inc
Windows
Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 6.5 hrs≥1hr: 61%
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 49.6%, Music 42.5%, Indie 7.9%
- #13 Rhythm Girl
86% matchMostly Positive79% of 29 reviews2018
Dev: Pauline Game
Windows · Mac
Enter the world of music magic book with Kung fu girl and enjoy your travel of music!
Why similar: Rhythm 43.2%, Music 41.6%, Indie 15.2%
- #14 BeatBlasters III
86% matchMixed40% of 89 reviews2014
Dev: Chainsawesome Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 2.3 hrs≥1hr: 54%
Welcome to Accapella! When Joey and Gina arrive in the musically starved town that outlawed groovy tunes, a chance encounter with the music hating tyrannical ruler of the town (and local butcher) sends them flying.
Why similar: Rhythm 46.6%, Music 36.4%, Indie 17%
- #15 Chiptune DJ
85% match5 user reviews80% of 5 reviews2018
Dev: Por si las moscas
Windows
Chiptune DJ is a rythm based game where you play along catchy 8-bit chiptune music to improve your rythmic and coordination skills. Build up your combos and beat your previous scores as you get better and better.
Why similar: Rhythm 44.8%, Music 40.1%, Indie 15.1%
- #16 TaikoVR
84% matchNo user reviews
Dev: RiceCakes
Windows
TaikoVR is a new way to experience the popular osu!Taiko game mode. In TaikoVR, you will simulate interaction with a taiko drum in order to hit notes to the rhythm. The game supports an extensive library of osu!Taiko songs.
Why similar: Rhythm 43.2%, Music 39.1%, Indie 17.7%
- #17 Relapse
83% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Hexatunes
Windows
A beginner friendly sheet music rhythm game, with cute characters and a shady organization!
Why similar: Rhythm 48.2%, Music 42.8%, Indie 9%
- #18 Music Inside: A VR Rhythm Game
82% matchMixed70% of 53 reviews2016
Dev: Music Inside
Windows
The best VR rhythm game compatible with HTC Vive and Oculus Touch! Music Inside! You can choose any song from either your own music library or the never-ending list on SoundCloud. With multiplayer mode, you can play with your friends next door or with any users anywhere.
Why similar: Rhythm 43.2%, Music 41.6%, Indie 15.2%
- #19 Beatbuddy: Tale of the Guardians
81% matchMostly Positive75% of 1,192 reviews2013
Dev: Threaks
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 3.1 hrs≥1hr: 61%
Awakened from his slumber, Beatbuddy journeys through lush hand-painted environments on a quest to save his companions and his own immortality. Beatbuddy interacts with the living breathing environment that pulses to the beat of an original soundtrack, aiding him as he unlocks new paths and solves puzzles.
Why similar: Music 49.1%, Rhythm 39.3%, Indie 11.7%
- #20 Juliantli
81% matchPositive88% of 24 reviews2018
Dev: stardust.ch
Windows · Mac
Juliäntli is a tiny, crazy rhythm game about and with ducks. Click through an onslaught of colorful ducks, manage your time and stay on the beat. Are you ready for tons of quacking? Are you skilled enough to get the high score?
Why similar: Rhythm 38.5%, Music 37.1%, Indie 24.4%
- #21 Aaero
80% 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: Rhythm 43.9%, Music 42.2%, Indie 13.9%
- #22 Rhythm Bang
79% match5 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2024
Dev: RiskiVR
Windows · Mac · Linux
Rhythm based aiming game focused around hard electronic music. Aim the blaster with your mouse as it blasts rhythmically to the music, and aim at the falling blocks!
Why similar: Music 48.8%, Rhythm 43.7%, Indie 7.5%
- #23 Boom Fighters
79% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Cocodrilo Dog Games
Windows · Mac
Jump, defeat enemies, avoid obstacles, solve puzzles and more by playing to the rhythm of music as awesome vinyl toys that will save the world from boredom. It will also have a level editor for you to create your own worlds and share them with other players around the world!
Why similar: Rhythm 38.5%, Music 37.1%, Indie 24.4%
- #24 Quaver
76% 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: Rhythm 55%, Music 37.9%, Indie 7.1%
- #25 VELUCITY
78% matchMixed42% of 97 reviews2020
Dev: SEEDGAMES Co., Ltd.
Windows
VELUCITY, a rhythm game with a new feel, is released in Steam through Early Access! Enjoy the game with a keyboard that anyone can easily start with.
Why similar: Rhythm 45.2%, Music 36.6%, Indie 18.2%
- #26 Frederic: Resurrection of Music
77% matchVery Positive86% of 1,292 reviews2014
Dev: Forever Entertainment S. A.
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 7.1 hrs≥1hr: 96%
Frederic Chopin – a long time deceased classical compositor – returns back from beyond the grave to fight intense musical duels. In his way stand some of the worlds greatest pop stars charmed with enormous profits that wild commercialization provides
Why similar: Music 50%, Rhythm 36.9%, Indie 13.2%
- #27 Sonar Beat
78% matchMixed60% of 15 reviews2019
Dev: Life Zero
Windows · Mac
In Sonar Beat, your most valuable ally is rhythm. Your super secret nuclear submarine is under attack and only the most intense musical defense can save it! Boost your senses and launch a counter attack to the music to save yourself.
Why similar: Rhythm 43%, Music 41.4%, Indie 15.6%
- #28 Luminous Project
75% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2025
Dev: SENTIMENTUM
Windows
Six girls save the world through music. Press keys in time with the notes and collect the light energy Luminous in this casual rhythm game.
Why similar: Music 52.4%, Rhythm 34.2%, Indie 13.4%
- #29 Akihabara - Feel the Rhythm
77% matchMixed65% of 85 reviews2017
Dev: JMJ Interactive
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 3.4 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Akihabara is a unique combination of intense rhythm and fast-paced puzzles set in the Electric Town of Tokyo!
Why similar: Rhythm 46.4%, Music 39.7%, Indie 13.9%
- #30 Chiptune Champion
76% 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: Rhythm 47.1%, Music 44%, Indie 9%
- #31 Space Probes
75% matchPositive91% of 23 reviews2020
Dev: Website Modern
Windows
Space Probes is a Shoot Em Up (SHMUP) inspired by productions from the 90s released on SNES, MEGADRIVE, NEO-GEO, PC-ENGINE etc.
Why similar: Music 42.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 29.3%, Indie 28%
- #32 Elliot's Show Time
73% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2025
Dev: Ruisu DesignPub: Gigantic G
Windows
Help Elliot light up the stage in a rhythmic adventure featuring 10 original songs.
Why similar: Rhythm 57.8%, Music 35.7%, Indie 6.5%
- #33 Before the Echo
74% matchVery Positive86% of 1,452 reviews2011
Dev: Iridium Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Before the Echo combines elements of both rhythm and role-playing games to create an entirely unique experience.
Why similar: Rhythm 54.7%, Music 36.2%, Indie 9.1%
- #34 AVICII Invector
73% 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 37.5%, Rhythm 36.7%, Indie 25.7%
- #35 Sisyphus
72% matchPositive100% of 22 reviews2025
Dev: ArchZoDo
Windows
Sisyphus is a music rhythm game in which players control Sisyphus to kick out rocks to the rhythm.
Why similar: Rhythm 54.5%, Music 29%, Indie 16.4%
- #36 BIT.TRIP BEAT
74% 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: Rhythm 49.3%, Music 39.2%, Indie 11.5%
- #37 The Sound of Piano
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: MONARCH LIMITED
Windows
A hardcore keyboard rhythm game featuring pure piano tracks. Every note you hit generates a real key sound for a true piano response. Designed for intermediate players and beyond, use our unique skill test algorithm to discover your rating. No AI-generated music, just raw human-crafted tracks.
Why similar: Rhythm 48.8%, Music 41.1%, Indie 10%
- #38 Soundboxing
71% matchVery Positive88% of 562 reviews2016
Dev: Maxint LLC
Windows
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 66%
Soundboxing is a VR music video kickboxing game where you create the beats! You can either punch to the music and compete to beat the best, or record your own challenge for others to beat—all set to your favorite music in a cool outdoor environment.
Why similar: Rhythm 40%, Music 38.5%, Indie 21.4%
- #39 Twin Horizons
72% match3 user reviews67% of 3 reviews2021
Dev: Exploding Cable Productions
Windows · Mac
You may think this is a simple rhythm action game with the simple controls of tapping and holding the keyboard, but what's that above? Yes, you need to pay attention to those as well! Can you handle the 8-lane madness?
Why similar: Music 45.5%, Rhythm 42.3%, Indie 12.2%
- #40 BEATris
71% matchMostly Positive74% of 47 reviews2021
Dev: Rhythmical Badass
Windows
BEATris is a puzzle-based rhythm game. Feel the rhythm as you bash the blocks with the power of music! Enjoy various levels with unique soundtracks. Make and share your own level on Steam Workshop.
Why similar: Rhythm 42.8%, Music 38.6%, Indie 18.6%
- #41 Halo Beats!
71% matchVery Positive90% of 72 reviews2020
Dev: TJIS Record
Windows
*これは、天使の輪っかの形をテーマにした音ゲーです ノーツが赤い判定線に重なったら、色に合わせてタップしましょう ハープちゃん達が天使の輪っかの輝きを、音楽の力を使って取り戻すストーリーが今始まろうとしてます…
Why similar: Indie 40.7%, Rhythm 31.3%, Music 28%
- #42 Rhythm Journey
69% matchMostly Positive80% of 114 reviews2022
Dev: MELOVITY
Windows · Mac
Rhythm Journey is a story based, hardcore 2-buttons rhythm game.
Why similar: Rhythm 48.6%, Music 39.3%, Indie 12%
- #43 Project: Bits
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Heartomics
Windows
Project: Bits (Pronounced Beats) is a complimentary music and rhythm game. It's primary goal functions as a distribution platform for various songs and steps. Listen to the music. Feel the groove. Hit the arrows.
Why similar: Rhythm 52.2%, Music 47.8%
- #44 Musical Reflex
70% match6 user reviews17% of 6 reviews2018
Dev: Eross Video Games
Windows
Musical Reflex is a game as its name suggests where you can test your musical reflex by having fun or trying to improve yourself and try to be the best in the ladder. The principle of the game is pretty simple, press the right keys at the right time all this enbiencer with a music chooses.
Why similar: Rhythm 38.5%, Music 37.1%, Indie 24.4%
- #45 McOsu
68% matchVery Positive89% of 6,370 reviews2017
Dev: McKay
Windows · Linux
Median: 36 minMean: 19.7 hrs≥1hr: 41%
A free open-source circle-clicking rhythm game practice client for osu! beatmaps with Virtual Reality support. McOsu is developed separately from and has no direct affiliation with osu! or ppy Pty Ltd.
Why similar: Rhythm 57.3%, Music 35.9%, Indie 6.8%
- #46 The Polynomial - Space of the music
70% 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 48.4%, Rhythm 40.5%, Indie 11.1%
- #47 Wonder Record Shop
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: DecayedIron
Windows · Mac
Welcome to Wonder Record Shop! This is a collection of rhythm mini-games, each record containing a unique and wondrous adventure. Embark on refreshing, adorable hand-drawn adventures and let your sense of rhythm bring you endless joy.
Why similar: Rhythm 47.1%, Music 39.9%, Indie 12.9%
- #48 Pastel☆Parade
66% matchVery Positive93% of 223 reviews2025
Dev: Pastel Parade ProjectPub: room6
Windows · Mac · Linux
Pastel☆Parade is an exhilarating rhythm game with easy controls! Get into the rhythm with cute, poppy music!
Why similar: Music 47.7%, Rhythm 43%, Indie 9.2%
- #49 AudioSurf
68% 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 55.1%, Rhythm 37.5%, Indie 7.4%
- #50 Intralism
68% 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 56.5%, Rhythm 38.1%, Indie 5.4%
- #51 MASH VP! Re:VISION
66% matchVery Positive86% of 423 reviews2025
Dev: AXTORM Co., Ltd.
Windows
[Fusion, Synthesis, Coalescence]"MASH VP! Re:VISION" is a revolutionary rhythm game that “fuses” two lanes and music into a completely new experience.With a variety of tracks, game modes, and a creativity-driven mashup system, it invites you into a new world of music!
Why similar: Rhythm 54.9%, Music 45.1%
- #52 Project Heartbeat
67% matchVery Positive89% of 395 reviews2020
Dev: EIRTeam
Windows · Linux
Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 10.5 hrs≥1hr: 54%
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 47.1%, Music 37.1%, Indie 15.8%
- #53 PolyTap
67% matchMostly Negative32% of 19 reviews2024
Dev: PolyTapOfficial
Windows
Tap to the rhythm based on the shapes that emerge!
Why similar: Rhythm 55.6%, Music 38.2%, Indie 6.2%
- #54 Music Escape
67% matchPositive86% of 14 reviews2020
Dev: 2049VR
Windows
Music Escape is an action-packed rhythm-combat virtual reality game with ninjas, cyberpunk weapons, and suicidal exploding robots!
Why similar: Rhythm 42.8%, Music 39.3%, Indie 17.9%
- #55 Muse Dash
64% matchVery Positive91% of 120,809 reviews2019
Dev: peroperoPub: hasuhasu
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 34.4 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Paradise of parkour & rhythm game ★★★ — Muse Dash!!
Why similar: Music 49.1%, Rhythm 47.8%, Indie 3%