Games Like Close to Light

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: Rhythm 25.4%, Level Editor 20%, Music 16.1%, Score Attack 10.3%, Minimalist 7.4%

The spinny triangle rhythm game. Featuring a growing roster of songs, music synced VFX, and a powerful editor for custom maps.

Why similar: Rhythm 37.3%, Level Editor 30.3%, Music 19.1%, Abstract 10.7%, Indie 1.7%

BECOME THE QWERTY MAESTRO. Turn your keyboard into a rhythm instrument. Hit falling notes to play songs you actually know, climb global leaderboards, guess famous melodies by ear in free play, and build your own charts to share. A precision rhythm game built around the tunes stuck in your head.

Why similar: Rhythm 33.9%, Level Editor 23.7%, Music 20.4%, Score Attack 15.3%, Action 2.6%

Grid-M is an action packed grid based Rhythm game featuring an amazing soundtrack. Rise to the top through a welcoming progression system to promoting improvement at all skill levels. Low floor, highest Peak. It time to click to the Grid-M!

Why similar: Rhythm 38%, Music 22.4%, Level Editor 16.8%, Score Attack 11.1%, Minimalist 4.4%

A beginner friendly sheet music rhythm game, with cute characters and a shady organization!

Why similar: Rhythm 47.2%, Music 29.1%, Level Editor 14.7%, Indie 3.3%, Action 3%

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 45.8%, Music 26.8%, Score Attack 7.4%, Minimalist 6.6%, Indie 3.5%

EchoEvade is a fast-paced rhythm-action hybrid. Dodge, catch, and tap to the beat, precision and movement are key!

Why similar: Rhythm 41.6%, Level Editor 24.9%, Music 24.3%, Action 4.5%, Indie 4.1%

Flutterdash is a vibrant, fast-paced rhythm game featuring intense built-in levels and custom music auto-generation. Master unique four-directional rhythm mechanics, and challenge your reaction speed using hardcore gameplay modifiers.

Why similar: Rhythm 28.4%, Level Editor 22.8%, Music 18.3%, Score Attack 10.7%, Minimalist 8.2%

Nebula Flow is a music game where you follow the melodic trail charted by your dog across colorful pixel art landscapes. Stock up on notes to power your canine companion to the end of each song!

Why similar: Rhythm 31.8%, Level Editor 23%, Music 19.9%, Score Attack 14.6%, Pixel Graphics 5.4%

Motionmelody is an experimental musical bullet-hell that transforms every song into a stunning and dangerous arrangement of enemies to dodge. Featuring a powerful built-in Level Editor and hand-crafted levels complementing a diverse soundtrack.

Why similar: Rhythm 29.4%, Level Editor 26.7%, Music 22%, Minimalist 9.4%, Retro 4.3%

Khaos Keys, a rhythm game utilizing the keyboard like an instrument! Players swiftly move their hands horizontally over the range of keys, striking notes to the rhythm of the music. It’s truly a hand-crafted experience with an original soundtrack! Can you keep up with this intense style of play?

Why similar: Rhythm 38.1%, Music 29.4%, Level Editor 25.5%, Action 4.9%, Indie 1.6%

Project: Num is a rhythm game centered around accuracy, combo, and the numpad. Hit appearing notes to the beat of the music to earn new highscores and improve your rhythm skills!

Why similar: Rhythm 49.7%, Level Editor 23%, Minimalist 13.5%, Pixel Graphics 5.8%, 2D 5.4%

Bullet Hero - is a musical bullet-hell based on rhythm. Play, dodge, survive, repeat. Create your own levels and share with everyone. Become a truly bullet hero

Why similar: Rhythm 34.2%, Music 25.5%, Level Editor 25.1%, Abstract 6.6%, 2D 4%

rote² - an expanded classic rhythm game.

Why similar: Rhythm 55.8%, Level Editor 36.7%, 2D 4.4%, Indie 2.2%, Singleplayer 0.9%

Physics based music maker.

Why similar: Rhythm 42.7%, Level Editor 22.8%, Music 14.6%, Minimalist 12.6%, 2D 4.8%

Become a pianist with KEYBOARD and MOUSE! Play the masterpieces of classic, jazz and other piano pieces.

Why similar: Rhythm 35.2%, Level Editor 27.7%, Music 20.1%, Minimalist 9.7%, 2D 3.1%

Groove Catcher is a rhythm-and-dance game that grooves and flows. We've got smooth moves, tight rhythms and beauty. Feeling chill? Feeling energized? We've got all moods covered, or load your own songs. Build your own levels right in the game just by dancing and share them with the world!

Why similar: Rhythm 40.7%, Level Editor 30.8%, Music 25.1%, Indie 2.6%, Singleplayer 0.9%

"Melody Ball" is a high-difficulty rhythm music game.

Why similar: Rhythm 40%, Level Editor 26.1%, Music 23.4%, 2D 3.4%, Indie 3.3%

JoinDifference is a rhythm-action casual game.Score points by interacting with objects of different border colors according to the playing method instructions.Objects with the same border color represent one type of playing method.Different types of playing method can be played at the same time.

Why similar: Rhythm 44.6%, Level Editor 32.5%, Score Attack 17.9%, Action 2.2%, Indie 2.1%

Rhythm connects! Dive into a mesmerizing journey where points and lines dance in harmony, weaving an extraordinary geometric tapestry set to the innermost beat of your heart!

Why similar: Rhythm 53.3%, Level Editor 36.1%, Action 4.6%, 2D 3%, Indie 2.1%

A music game in which you play visually represented, complex polyrhythms with surprisingly simple controls. Neither the difficulty nor the ease of existing music games exist here.

Why similar: Rhythm 43.8%, Music 25.9%, Abstract 11.9%, Minimalist 11.9%, Action 3.6%

MusicHell is an intense, Musical bullet hell where every projectile is perfectly synced to the music! Play official or community levels via the Steam Workshop!

Why similar: Rhythm 33.2%, Level Editor 33.1%, Music 24.4%, 2D 3.6%, Indie 3%

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: Rhythm 42%, Music 31.3%, Score Attack 11.9%, Action 5%, Indie 4.5%

Inspired by Mario Maker and Ableton Live, Squarewave Maker is cranking up the rhythm game genre. Rhythm ninja or synth master, there is a place for you. Squarewave Maker is the missing link between gamers and musicians.

Why similar: Rhythm 40%, Level Editor 32.1%, Music 22.3%, Indie 2.5%, Action 2.4%

Welcome to Pulsagon, a high-speed, shape-shifting rhythm game where reflexes meet geometry in a dance of perfect timing. Every beat is a test. Every shape is a challenge. And every misstep? A pulse closer to chaos.

Why similar: Rhythm 40.3%, Level Editor 27.7%, Music 8.6%, Retro 6.2%, Minimalist 5.2%

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 49.7%, Music 27.4%, Minimalist 7.4%, Indie 4.3%, Retro 3.1%

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 38.3%, Rhythm 37.2%, Level Editor 16.4%, Minimalist 5.1%, Indie 2%

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 35%, Level Editor 29%, Music 20.9%, Abstract 6.1%, Pixel Graphics 3.1%

Trigonometric Equations is a strict side-scrolling rhythm game. Solve the trigonometric equations to fly through fleeting points and curves perfectly!

Why similar: Rhythm 34.4%, Level Editor 25.9%, Music 21.2%, Minimalist 9%, 2D 3.4%

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 44.5%, Level Editor 24.2%, Music 23.8%, 2D 3%, Indie 2%

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 48.4%, Music 30%, Retro 8.2%, Pixel Graphics 7.3%, Indie 6.1%

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 49.1%, Music 31.8%, Level Editor 15.5%, Indie 3.5%

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 32.9%, Level Editor 25.8%, Music 19.3%, Minimalist 9.9%, Retro 5%

Meditative rhythm ping-pong

Why similar: Rhythm 34.6%, Music 23.9%, Level Editor 23.8%, Pixel Graphics 5.7%, 2D 3.4%

Move with the beat! Asterika is a rhythm action game of beat and movement with no falling notes to press. Weave through obstacle patterns, move to the music, and master the chaos on the grid!

Why similar: Rhythm 39.7%, Music 25.6%, Level Editor 25.4%, Action 3.7%, 2D 2.9%

Shapeshift your way through neatly-crafted levels to stay alive: just match the shapes and colors to dodge the obstacles! Play at your own pace in this adaptive action/puzzle game, or make and share your own levels if you're feeling creative :)

Why similar: Rhythm 37%, Level Editor 20.7%, Music 14.7%, Minimalist 9.5%, Abstract 9.4%

NEON EXPLODING BREAD is a rhythm game where you sync your mouse to hit every glowing beat flying towards you!

Why similar: Rhythm 35.4%, Music 22.4%, Level Editor 18.7%, Minimalist 12.1%, Score Attack 5.8%

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 59.6%, Music 28.5%, Level Editor 9%, Indie 2.9%

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 42.1%, Music 25.8%, Level Editor 23.2%, 2D 3.7%, Action 2.6%

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 59.5%, Music 25.8%, Indie 7.5%, Action 7.1%

Cyclics is a 4-Keys Rhythm Game mixed with Catch The Beat in a circular playing field.Tap the notes with your keyboard's keys and Block the notes with your mouse movement! Test your left right hand coordination and your rhythmic sense!

Why similar: Rhythm 42.1%, Level Editor 24%, Music 16.4%, Pixel Graphics 5.4%, Retro 4.8%

Doomer Rhythm Baseball

Why similar: Rhythm 39%, Level Editor 25.8%, Music 24.9%, 2D 4.5%, Action 3%

"Keyboard Maestro Voyage" is a music game using a MIDI keyboard, simulating real performances. Play in sync with flowing notes in this classic-style game. Start quickly by simply choosing a song and sheet music.

Why similar: Rhythm 43.2%, Music 33.4%, Score Attack 19.3%, 2D 3%, Singleplayer 1.1%

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 68.5%, Music 16.5%, Level Editor 9.7%, Indie 1.8%, 2D 1.6%

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

Why similar: Rhythm 49.9%, Music 28.9%, Minimalist 7%, Score Attack 6.5%, 2D 4.1%

Master the rhythm in this fast-paced arcade music game inspired by classic rhythm legends. Hit notes with precision, build massive combos, climb online leaderboards, and challenge yourself across multiple songs, modes, and difficulties.

Why similar: Rhythm 48.7%, Score Attack 17.6%, Music 13.7%, Minimalist 8.5%, Action 5.3%

Help Elliot light up the stage in a rhythmic adventure featuring 10 original songs.

Why similar: Rhythm 62.6%, Music 26.9%, 2D 6.7%, Indie 2.6%, Singleplayer 1.3%

The music is the enemy. Dodge hazards generated directly from the soundtrack in fast, reactive arcade runs. Master precision and score in Chart Mode or survive escalating procedural loops in Rift Mode.

Why similar: Rhythm 41.2%, Music 16.8%, Score Attack 15.8%, Abstract 7.1%, Minimalist 7.1%

Flow to the beat of your own music in this punishingly difficult mouse-precision arcade game. Enjoy endless challenge and replayability with over 30 different levels of various difficulties. Includes Steam achievements and leaderboards.

Why similar: Rhythm 49%, Music 12.6%, Score Attack 11.6%, Minimalist 9.2%, Abstract 6%

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 57.2%, Music 35.7%, Indie 7.1%

Twin Edge is a refreshing circular take on the Rhythm Game genre. Divide your attention evenly between two rotating circles and try not to lose your rhythm!

Why similar: Rhythm 37.2%, Music 24.1%, Score Attack 11.6%, Minimalist 10.7%, Level Editor 6.9%

Lumi Trek is a unique rhythm platformer where you have to combine the three primary colors of light to overcome obstacles. Change the color of the moving star at the right time, and stay calm when deadly traps appear. It may sound simple, but this challenge will make your hands sweat!

Why similar: Rhythm 40.7%, Music 26.2%, Score Attack 13.4%, Minimalist 10.2%, 2D 4.2%

A hybrid of a block breaker and a music game. A strange and fun mechanic where all of the stages fit on one screen. And the antithesis of the easy-to-see music game.

Why similar: Rhythm 53.2%, Music 30.9%, Pixel Graphics 6.9%, Action 4.5%, Retro 4.4%

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: Rhythm 32.8%, Level Editor 26%, Music 20.9%, Score Attack 15.3%, Action 2.6%

Play a classic Shoot 'Em Up... in reverse!

Why similar: Rhythm 54.8%, Music 26.2%, Indie 7.6%, Action 7.5%, Retro 3.9%

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: Rhythm 50.6%, Music 37.6%, Action 6.1%, Indie 5.7%

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 58.2%, Music 34.6%, Action 3.7%, Indie 3.5%

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: Rhythm 53.6%, Music 37.5%, Indie 8.8%

What has 50 amazing chiptune tracks, a loony story mode, 32 different chicken types to fight, and takes you on a tour of all your favorite retro games? It's Old School Musical! Tib and Rob are the heroes of a wacky adventure that will teach them where all of the bugs in our favorite games come from.

Why similar: Rhythm 54%, Music 18.5%, Retro 6.9%, Indie 6.6%, Action 6.2%

Charles has always dreamed of one day becoming a master dancer. The only thing in his path? The cost! Charles must harvest pollen until he has defeated the biggest and baddest dancers in the world. Can he bee the very best? That no one ever was? It's up to you! 🐝

Why similar: Rhythm 46.4%, Music 29%, Score Attack 17.7%, 2D 4%, Action 2.2%