Games Like DEEMO -Reborn-

Lovable, cat-eared Annika sets off on a grand quest on the Island of Spica! 3D adventure & rhythm action genres mesh in the lush, pastoral and beautiful manga-inspired world of Giraffe and Annika!

Why similar: Rhythm 37%, Music 35.9%, Female Protagonist 10.1%, Fantasy 4.7%, Adventure 3.8%

Why You'll Like It: It combines a charming, anime-inspired adventure with rhythm-based boss battles, capturing a similar whimsical and musical spirit.

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: Rhythm 29.9%, Beautiful 28.5% ★, Music 27.6%, Female Protagonist 6%, Action 2.2%

Why You'll Like It: It offers a cinematic, high-energy rhythm experience that feels like a playable music video with a strong sense of style.

Sonority is an innovative music puzzle adventure set in a lovingly designed, fascinating world. Play as Esther and discover the rockery, a place full of music and unique puzzle mechanics.

Why similar: Music 46.5%, Beautiful 14.6% ★, Puzzle 11.9%, Female Protagonist 8.7%, Atmospheric 5.3%

Why You'll Like It: This puzzle-adventure game uses music as a core mechanic for solving environmental challenges, aligning closely with the puzzle-rhythm hybrid nature of the seed.

‘A Musical Story’ is a rhythm game set against a 70s backdrop. Explore the memories of Gabriel, a young man trying to come to terms with his situation through the connections to his musical memory.

Why similar: Rhythm 46.7%, Music 42.5%, Adventure 5%, Atmospheric 4.6%, Singleplayer 1.2%

Why You'll Like It: This game perfectly captures the emotional connection between music and memory through a narrative-driven rhythm experience.

A teenage guitar prodigy sets out on a psychedelic journey to inspire his stage persona and confront the legacy of a dead folk legend. Starring voice performances by Michael Johnston, Caroline Kinley, Lena Headey, Jason Schwartzman, Mark Strong, and Carl Weathers.

Why similar: Music 66.6%, Third Person 11.5%, Adventure 8.2%, Atmospheric 7.1%, Action 3.9%

Why You'll Like It: This game focuses on the intersection of music and discovery, featuring a stunning, atmospheric journey that mirrors the artistic feel of Deemo.

Delve into an environmental puzzle platformer built on exploring and understanding gravity-shifting structures. You are a voiceless being that has just been born into a world where a bodiless voice awaits your arrival. Go forth and seek your purpose.

Why similar: Beautiful 25.1% ★, Music 22.1%, Puzzle Platformer 19%, Puzzle 9.7%, Surreal 7%

Why You'll Like It: This puzzle-platformer features a surreal, atmospheric world and a haunting soundtrack that evokes a similar sense of wonder and isolation.

Gris is a hopeful young girl lost in her own world, dealing with a painful experience in her life. Her journey through sorrow is manifested in her dress, which grants new abilities to better navigate her faded reality.

Why similar: Beautiful 68% ★, Female Protagonist 8.8%, Atmospheric 6%, Puzzle Platformer 5.8%, Surreal 4.8%

Why You'll Like It: While not a rhythm game, its emotional storytelling, artistic visual style, and focus on a musical journey make it a perfect thematic companion.

Experience the moving tale of a young woman and her lifelong bond with a magnificent wolf as they embark on a thrilling adventure through a rapidly dying world.

Why similar: Beautiful 50.1% ★, Puzzle Platformer 11.8%, Female Protagonist 9.6%, Puzzle 9.5%, Adventure 8.5%

Why You'll Like It: It delivers a deeply emotional, atmospheric platforming experience that relies on visual storytelling and a powerful score.

Take center stage in Hatsune Miku’s premier rhythm game starring the world’s #1 virtual pop star! With a stunner setlist and enormous wardrobe to style, it’s Miku’s ultimate tour—all it needs is you.

Why similar: Rhythm 54%, Music 30.1%, Female Protagonist 6.8%, 3D 4.6%, Action 2.4%

Why You'll Like It: A premier rhythm game that offers a vast library of music and a high level of polish for fans of the genre.

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 44.8%, Music 30.1%, Atmospheric 5.5%, 3D 5.4%, Fantasy 4.9%

Why You'll Like It: This title turns rhythm into a full-body sensory experience, blending electronic music with a surreal, evolving 3D environment.

"The collapse of Gensokyo... it was all you - " To rebuild the now barren phantasia, Reimu's journey begins. A Touhou Project officially approved derivative rhythm action game.

Why similar: Music 45.5%, Rhythm 38%, Female Protagonist 5.6%, Adventure 3.7%, Action 3.2%

Why You'll Like It: It combines rhythm gameplay with a narrative-driven adventure, making it a strong match for fans of story-based music games.

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 45.2%, Music 36.8%, Female Protagonist 10.8%, Adventure 3%, 3D 2.3%

Why You'll Like It: A rhythm-adventure game that emphasizes a strong narrative and a distinct, stylish anime aesthetic.

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

Why similar: Rhythm 42%, Music 41.9%, Beautiful 8.3% ★, Female Protagonist 5.3%, Anime 0.9%

Why You'll Like It: This game blends rhythm gameplay with side-scrolling action, offering a cute and energetic experience that is easy to pick up.

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: Rhythm 51.9%, Music 42%, Action 5.1%, Singleplayer 0.6%, Anime 0.4%

Why You'll Like It: It offers a fast-paced, visually dynamic rhythm experience that turns every track into a vibrant, arcade-style adventure.

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: Rhythm 53.2%, Music 35.8%, 3D 3.2%, Fantasy 3.2%, Action 2.5%

Why You'll Like It: This is a highly refined rhythm game that provides a deep, challenging experience for players who enjoy the technical side of music games.

Florence Yeoh feels a little... stuck. Her life is an endless routine of work, sleep, and spending too much time on social media. Then one day, she meets a cello player named Krish who changes everything about how she sees the world and herself.

Why similar: Music 63.2%, Female Protagonist 21.1%, Adventure 12.5%, Singleplayer 3.2%

Why You'll Like It: A short, poignant narrative game that uses interactive musical sequences to convey the emotional arc of its protagonist.

Embark on an emotional first-person narrative adventure where you control the story—and affect its outcomes—with your real-life blinks. With this innovative technique you will fully immerse yourself in a world of memories, both joyous and heartbreaking, as your whole life flashes before your eyes.

Why similar: Surreal 66.6%, Adventure 23.2%, Singleplayer 10.2%

Why You'll Like It: This narrative experience uses a unique input mechanic to tell a deeply emotional story, mirroring the intimate connection between player and music.

Aurora, a young girl from 1895 Austria, awakens on the lost fairytale continent of Lemuria. To return home she must fight against the dark creatures of the Queen of the Night, who have stolen the sun, the moon and the stars. At stake is not only Lemuria, but Aurora’s true destiny.

Why similar: Beautiful 44% ★, Female Protagonist 20%, Fantasy 12.9%, Adventure 7.2%, RPG 7%

Why You'll Like It: Its fairytale aesthetic and orchestral soundtrack create an immersive, story-rich world that fans of Deemo's atmosphere will appreciate.

Spiritfarer® is a cozy management game about dying. As ferrymaster to the deceased, build a boat to explore the world, care for your spirit friends, and release them into the afterlife. The Spiritfarer Farewell Edition includes the heartwarming base game and three major content updates.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 50.9%, Atmospheric 25.5%, Adventure 23.6%

Why You'll Like It: A beautiful, emotional management game that focuses on the themes of loss and transition, much like the core narrative of Deemo.

Say hello (morning!) to a new kind of rhythm game, and hang out in a virtual space with Kizuna AI!

Why similar: Rhythm 41.6%, Music 37.7%, Female Protagonist 10.5%, VR 2.7%, Action 2.5%

Why You'll Like It: A VR rhythm game that provides a direct, engaging way to interact with music in a 3D space.

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 67.1%, Music 24%, Action 6.7%, Anime 1.2%, Singleplayer 1%

Why You'll Like It: A space-themed rhythm game with a focus on high-quality music and a clean, engaging interface.

Airtone is a brand-new type of VR rhythm game that allows you to enter a virtual world along with the main character, Neon. The spectacular music and visuals make for an all-new arcade rhythm game experience!

Why similar: Rhythm 59.4%, Adventure 18.1%, Action 14%, VR 8.4%

Why You'll Like It: A VR rhythm game that focuses on immersive movement and a futuristic, anime-inspired aesthetic.

The reborn HD edition, Remastered by Siro! Set in Piova, the city of music and endless rain. Guide Chris Vertin on the path to become a master musician in a harmonious fusion of Visual Novel and Music-based gameplay.

Why similar: Rhythm 41.8%, Music 39.5%, Atmospheric 5.5%, Fantasy 5%, Adventure 4.9%

Why You'll Like It: A visual novel that integrates rhythm-based musical performances into its emotional, story-heavy structure.

Explore the ancient, mysterious world of Journey as you soar above ruins and glide across sands to discover its secrets.

Why similar: Beautiful 69.8% ★, Music 14.6%, Atmospheric 7.3%, Adventure 5.9%, 3D 1.8%

Why You'll Like It: Its wordless, atmospheric exploration and iconic musical score create a sense of beauty and melancholy similar to the world of Deemo.

Take on the role of Six, a lone child lost in a massive metal vessel known as the Maw, surrounded by dangerous, distorted versions of adults. You’ll need to do your best to escape in one piece or your fate will be worse than you ever dared dream.

Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 35.8%, Puzzle 17.2%, Atmospheric 13.6%, Adventure 10.5%, Third Person 9.4%

Why You'll Like It: This game excels at building a dark, mysterious, and atmospheric 3D world that requires puzzle-solving to progress.

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 69.1%, Music 22.9%, Female Protagonist 5.3%, Action 1.6%, RPG 0.6%

The critically-acclaimed puzzle game produced by legendary creator Tetsuya Mizuguchi comes to PC.

Why similar: Music 58.4%, Rhythm 19.6%, Puzzle 18.6%, Action 3.4%

Why You'll Like It: A classic rhythm-puzzle hybrid that synchronizes block-dropping gameplay with an evolving electronic soundtrack.

Use the power of music to reawaken long forgotten memories in Distortions, a story-driven journey through a world of unparalleled beauty.

Why similar: Music 38.8%, Female Protagonist 19.8%, Surreal 14.3%, Adventure 11.2%, Atmospheric 5.9%

Why You'll Like It: This adventure game features a female protagonist and a heavy emphasis on music as a tool for exploration and narrative progression.

Donut County is a story-based physics puzzle game where you play as an ever-growing hole in the ground. Meet cute characters, steal their trash, and throw them in a hole.

Why similar: Puzzle 47.2%, Adventure 19.4%, Female Protagonist 15.7%, 3D 11.9%, Singleplayer 5.8%

Why You'll Like It: A quirky, narrative-focused puzzle game that provides a lighthearted contrast while maintaining a strong focus on story and character.

"KAMITSUBAKI CITY ENSEMBLE" is a rhythm game in which AI girls who were awoken after the apocalypse use special song magic to create melodies with you, in an effort to restart the world. How did the destruction happen? Why do these girls exist? All answers will be revealed...when the music stops.

Why similar: Music 41.2%, Rhythm 39.3%, Female Protagonist 7.9%, Adventure 4.8%, Action 2.8%

[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 52.2%, Music 41.6%, Action 4.5%, Singleplayer 1.7%

A 2D action-adventure where the story unfolds by tuning the stage with music. A play by Aleph and Liora, who have lost their memories. A beautiful yet eerie stage, and the secret of the forgotten theater await. Your choices will determine the play's ending — and their fates.

Why similar: Rhythm 32.9%, Music 30%, Surreal 13.3%, Female Protagonist 8.2%, Fantasy 4.5%

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: Rhythm 51.2%, Music 42.4%, Action 3.9%, Singleplayer 1.7%, Anime 0.9%

Explore, fight, solve puzzles and bend gravity to escape the dream-like world of the Halls! Metro Gravity is a mind-boggling musical adventure with rhythmic combat and compelling lore.

Why similar: Rhythm 29%, Music 24%, Puzzle Platformer 12.6%, Surreal 8.6%, Female Protagonist 7.2%

A young girl learns a song. An exclusive side-story set in the world of D-CELL GAMES' upcoming rhythm-adventure.

Why similar: Rhythm 63%, Female Protagonist 14.1%, Surreal 10.4%, Adventure 4.7%, 3D 4.3%

World-famous virtual singer Hatsune Miku invites you to join her on stage in in this VR music game! Aim for a perfect score as she sings and dances to some of her most iconic songs.

Why similar: Rhythm 46.9%, Music 28.2%, Female Protagonist 12.4%, VR 4.3%, Action 3.2%

The new generation community-driven 4K falling-note rhythm game Live Rise!!: 4K Fever. You will join Mengyu to experience unique rhythm challenges or create your own custom charts to craft your very own rhythm adventure.

Why similar: Music 44.9%, Rhythm 42.4%, Female Protagonist 6%, Action 4.4%, Singleplayer 1.2%

A new rhythm game featuring innovative characters inspired by databases! Join the research of PLATiNA :: LAB to uncover the secrets of the locked data world as a special 'Decoder' with unique abilities.

Why similar: Rhythm 80.3%, Female Protagonist 11.8%, Action 6.8%, Singleplayer 1.1%

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: Rhythm 44.9%, Music 44.4%, Female Protagonist 5.8%, Action 3%, Singleplayer 1.1%

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 46%, Music 38.3%, Female Protagonist 10.4%, Action 2.1%, RPG 1.8%

Based on the "Touhou Project" world, Touhou Genso Wanderer -Reloaded- is an addictive roguelike RPG that's easy for beginners to pickup and play, but with tons of advanced options for pros! Explore dungeons with your Touhou favorites characters, collect loot, and battle over the Golden Spheres!

Why similar: Female Protagonist 37.7%, Adventure 28.9%, RPG 18.1%, Fantasy 7.2%, Anime 4.5%

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: Rhythm 44.7%, Music 40.2%, 3D 4.5%, Fantasy 4.4%, Action 3.4%

Become one with sound and beauty...Pound, swing, and thrust away! A revolution in VR rhythm games!The automatically generated "scores" are literally infinite... Make - no, BECOME art, together with your favorite music!Show off your skills live as you play and get the audience rocking!

Why similar: Beautiful 31% ★, Rhythm 26.3%, Music 25.1%, Surreal 8%, Action 5.8%

Trials of Mana is a modern revival of the 3rd game in the seminal Mana series. The game, originally released in Japan as Seiken Densetsu 3, has been fully rebuilt from the ground up in 3D.

Why similar: RPG 39.1%, Female Protagonist 16.8%, Fantasy 16%, Adventure 10.8%, Action 7%

Classic play, brand new audio experience! Simple operation brings more accurate and comfortable feel, There are more than one track waiting for you to unlock!

Why similar: Rhythm 49.6%, Music 48.5%, Anime 1.3%, Singleplayer 0.6%

A completely self-contained portable version of one of the highest user-rated games. Built on an entirely new engine with new UI, support for Steam Deck, & more. Features world-bending puzzles, intriguing denizens, surreal environments, and a captivating story about the truth of the game's reality.

Why similar: Surreal 36.6%, Puzzle 36%, Adventure 11.5%, Atmospheric 11.3%, Singleplayer 3.6%

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 35.2%, Music 28.6%, Cinematic 11.8%, Female Protagonist 7.1%, Atmospheric 4.2%

Catch a wave in this smooth sound-surfing platformer: Let ethereal tunes carry you fluidly through serene abstract landscapes, tune into soothing sound spheres and revel in a meditative journey of life.

Why similar: Rhythm 46.2%, Music 20.7%, Puzzle Platformer 11.1%, Puzzle 9.9%, Atmospheric 7.3%

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

Why similar: Rhythm 50%, Music 39.8%, Atmospheric 5.9%, Action 2.6%, Singleplayer 1.7%

Moss is an action-adventure puzzle game from Polyarc tailor-made for the VR platform. It combines classic components of a great game—compelling characters, gripping combat, and captivating world exploration—with the exciting opportunities of VR.

Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 28.6%, Puzzle 17.8%, Female Protagonist 12.4%, Third Person 11.9%, Adventure 8.9%

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 48.2%, Music 43%, Adventure 8.8%

Meet Lumote, the squishiest bioluminescent creature, in this beautiful 3D puzzle platformer. Take control of the world’s inhabitants on a quest into the Great Depths to seize control from the Mastermote.

Why similar: Beautiful 42.3% ★, Puzzle Platformer 19.1%, Third Person 10.1%, Puzzle 8.3%, Adventure 5.7%

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 45.2%, Music 38.2%, 3D 4.6%, Adventure 4%, Atmospheric 4%

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 68.9%, Music 24%, Action 4.6%, Singleplayer 1.5%, Anime 1%

「Koumajou Remilia: Scarlet Symphony」 is an action side-scroller based on the world-famous 「Touhou Project」. The legendary 2009 title comes back with modern upgrades including HD remastered graphics and a number of bonus content, ready to give fans more convenient and pleasant gameplay experience.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 41.5%, Adventure 27.2%, Action 20.8%, Anime 5.6%, Singleplayer 4.9%

Pastel☆Parade is an exhilarating rhythm game with easy controls! Get into the rhythm with cute, poppy music!

Why similar: Music 44.3%, Rhythm 41.2%, Female Protagonist 9.2%, Action 3%, Anime 1.1%

Rediscover the clockpunk universe of Benoît Sokal in this fully remastered version of the first Syberia game. Join Kate Walker and Oscar, a strange and charming automaton, in pursuit of the brilliant inventor Hans Voralberg, and embark on an adventure more immersive and poetic than ever.

Why similar: Detective 29.5%, Third Person 17.7%, Female Protagonist 17.6%, Puzzle 16.1%, 3D 9%

Welcome to Myst: a starkly beautiful island, eerily tinged with mystery and shrouded in intrigue. Built from the ground up to play in 2D & VR, explore Myst in a whole new dimension! Journey to the Ages, unravel puzzles, and be a part of the surrealistic adventure that will become your own.

Why similar: Puzzle 45.7%, Adventure 25.2%, VR 11.2%, 3D 7.7%, Atmospheric 6%

Niko is a spiritual journey through the dreams, where adventure, puzzles and mysteries come together in an oneiric and minimalist world. Dare to dream!

Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 35.3%, Puzzle 28.4%, Adventure 24.5%, Atmospheric 8.9%, Singleplayer 2.9%

In order to retrieve the lost memories, Sekibanki has a big adventure in the world of dreams! Use your "head" to fight your way through a stage full of various mechanisms. It's a 2D visual action puzzle game with a new sensation!

Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 25.7%, Puzzle 25.7%, Female Protagonist 19.5%, Action 14.5%, Fantasy 10%