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Games Like Distraction Machine

60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Music, Indie, Casual, Puzzle.

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Welcome to Island City, an isolated metropolis filled with undead feeders and survivors battling over what few safe havens remain. You are The Distractor - a warrior bard wielding the power to soothe the living and control the undead. But will your music save your people or lead them to ruin?

Reviews: 5 user reviews — 100% — of 5 reviews
Released: 2023-06-09
Developer: Miscellaneum Studios
Genres: Casual, Indie
Platforms: Windows

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    97% matchVery Positive89% of 2,102 reviews2014
    Dev: Digital Tentacle
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    Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 3.4 hrs≥1hr: 89%

    Simple in concept, but very challenging and rewarding,Circuits is a puzzle game that requires careful listening to complete each level. The goal of Circuits : piece together the different parts of a song. Sounds easy, but maybe not.

    Why similar: Music 84.7%, Puzzle 7.7%, Casual 4.9%, Indie 2.3%, Singleplayer 0.5%

  2. #2 Auditorium
    96% matchVery Positive84% of 301 reviews2012
    Dev: Cipher Prime Studios
    Windows
    Median: 24 minMean: 5.8 hrs≥1hr: 29%

    Turn light into sound in this multi-award winning game from the creators of Fractal!

    Why similar: Music 79.4%, Puzzle 8.7%, Casual 8.4%, Indie 3.4%

  3. #3 Cosmic DJ
    95% 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 85.3%, Casual 11.2%, Indie 3.5%

  4. #4 Musaic Box
    94% matchVery Positive93% of 264 reviews2009
    Dev: KranX Productions
    Windows
    Median: 1.3 hrsMean: 3.3 hrs≥1hr: 52%

    Uncover all of your grandfather's sheet music, hidden in his home amongst a treasure trove of gorgeous antiques and musical relics. Melodious music box games will let you piece these special compositions together and unleash their symphonious secrets. Unlock Creative Mode and write your own outstanding arrangements.

    Why similar: Music 72.6%, Casual 12.8%, Puzzle 9.7%, Indie 4.9%

  5. #5 Chromaestro
    93% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2017
    Dev: Parsec Productions, LLC
    Windows

    A musical puzzle game, starring Chromie the cat! Features music that is procedurally generated as you play!

    Why similar: Music 72.1%, Casual 13.7%, Puzzle 9.1%, Indie 5.1%

  6. #6 Hunters Life
    92% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2018
    Dev: David Ruland
    Windows

    Hunters Life is a game where you have to go through different rooms. Each room has a finish point and to solve this you need to find clues and combine them to open up next room.The game is simple, it can be finished quickly depending on your mind skills.

    Why similar: Music 78.9%, Casual 15.6%, Indie 5.5%

  7. #7 QbQbQb
    91% matchVery Positive90% of 109 reviews2014
    Dev: Rezoner
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 18 minMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 34%

    Co-op or single player arcade game full of delightful music. Designed to bring casual and hardcore players together.

    Why similar: Music 84%, Casual 11.8%, Indie 4.2%

  8. #8 Annotation of Love
    90% matchMostly Positive77% of 124 reviews2018
    Dev: Tombas Tomáš Basovnik
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 10.3 hrs≥1hr: 60%

    Annotation of Love is a set of three mini-games and three Czech songs (EN, DE subtitles). While listening to original songs you will experience particular stages of love and critical points of relationships. The main protagonist He experiences phases of being in love with She step by step.

    Why similar: Music 77%, Casual 16.8%, Indie 6.2%

  9. #9 Seishin - Virtual Rhythm
    89% match9 user reviews67% of 9 reviews2018
    Dev: Sean Reilly
    Windows

    Seishin is a virtual reality rhythm game where the goal is to hit targets the beat of the music. Use your pair of magical drumsticks to hit targets, follow sliders and spin spinners. A strong combination of timing and precision is key to achieving success.

    Why similar: Music 93.4%, Indie 6.6%

  10. #10 AVSEQ
    89% matchMixed42% of 74 reviews2012
    Dev: Big Robot Ltd
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 12 minMean: 14.8 hrs≥1hr: 22%

    AVSEQ is an audio-visual sequencer puzzle game. Connect falling atoms to unlock near-endless varieties of music at each stage. Every level of AVSEQ is a music sequencer with 2.2300745198530623×10^43 possible audio permutations, that's 22 tredecillion in total! No, we're not making those numbers up. We actually did the math.

    Why similar: Music 76.3%, Casual 17.3%, Indie 6.4%

  11. #11 AliveInVR
    88% matchMixed50% of 10 reviews2017
    Dev: AliveIn Tech Ltd.
    Windows

    Control Ableton Live from VR. Ever wanted to use a giant Push or Launchpad from within VR? AliveInVR controls Ableton Live allowing you to trigger clips, play instruments and mix with a giant 3D Controllerist interface in VR.

    Why similar: Music 93.1%, Indie 6.9%

  12. #12 Home Again
    87% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Last Minute Studios
    Windows

    Home Again is an interactive story game about Jason, a man stuck in an endless loop of work who adopts a stray cat. Discover Jason's journey through the eyes of his little cat friend as they meet Melissa, a caring florist who will change the way Jason sees the life.

    Why similar: Music 49.4%, Narrative 28.5%, Interactive Fiction 9.6%, Casual 5.9%, Visual Novel 3.1%

  13. #13 Chime Sharp
    86% matchMostly Positive72% of 157 reviews2016
    Dev: Ste CurranPub: Chilled Mouse
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 6.2 hrsMean: 11.4 hrs≥1hr: 92%

    Chime was a much-loved music puzzle game on Xbox Live Arcade, PC and PS3. What happens if you file away the rusty edges? New music + new modes + new visuals = CHIME SHARP.

    Why similar: Music 67.1%, Casual 23.7%, Puzzle 9.3%

  14. #14 Mixtape
    86% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Beethoven and DinosaurPub: Annapurna Interactive
    Windows

    On their last night together, three friends embark on one final adventure. Play through a mixtape of memories, set to the soundtrack of a generation.

    Why similar: Music 50.3%, Narrative 44.1%, Casual 3.3%, Singleplayer 1.4%, Indie 1%

  15. #15 LUMINES REMASTERED
    84% matchVery Positive95% of 760 reviews2018
    Dev: ResonairPub: Enhance
    Windows
    Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 8.0 hrs≥1hr: 57%

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

    Why similar: Music 76.8%, Puzzle 12.7%, Casual 8.2%, Indie 2.3%

  16. #16 Drummer Talent VR
    85% matchMixed57% of 49 reviews2017
    Dev: Tungsten Games
    Windows

    Drummer Talent VR is a drumming simulation VR music game. Everyone can be a drum talent, come and join us.

    Why similar: Music 88.8%, Casual 8.1%, Indie 3.1%

  17. #17 Show Must Go On
    84% matchMostly Positive76% of 41 reviews2017
    Dev: NiVision
    Windows

    SHOW MUST GO ON is an easy to play rhythm VR game. Jump onto the stage and make your music show. Feel the beat. Hit the drums. Puncture the bubbles. Play with the rhythm. Fill the stage with colors and lights. If you like energetic music, rhythm, and drums, this game will give you a lot of fun!

    Why similar: Music 74.2%, Casual 19%, Indie 6.8%

  18. #18 FRACT OSC
    83% matchVery Positive86% of 610 reviews2014
    Dev: Phosfiend Systems
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 3.6 hrs≥1hr: 52%

    FRACT is a musical exploration game. You arrive in a forgotten place and explore the vast and unfamiliar landscape to discover the secrets of a world built on sound. You rebuild its machinery by solving puzzles and bring the world back to life by shaping sound and creating music in the game.

    Why similar: Music 85.4%, Puzzle 8.5%, Indie 3%, Casual 2.4%, Singleplayer 0.7%

  19. #19 Chime
    82% matchVery Positive94% of 782 reviews2010
    Dev: Zoë ModePub: OneBigGame
    Windows
    Median: 1.7 hrsMean: 5.1 hrs≥1hr: 65%

    A Zoë Mode production for the video game charity initiative OneBigGame, Chime pits gamers against the melody in this acclaimed puzzle experience.

    Why similar: Music 76.9%, Puzzle 10.7%, Casual 10.4%, Indie 1.3%, Singleplayer 0.6%

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    Windows · Linux

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    80% matchVery Positive90% of 143 reviews2026
    Dev: Toge Productions
    Windows

    Embark on a heartwarming journey as a home cleaning specialist.

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    Windows
    Median: 48 minMean: 4.8 hrs≥1hr: 34%

    Vinyl is a dynamic indie music game created by graduate students at the University of Utah EAE program, that experiments with the aesthetic distance between gameplay and music.

    Why similar: Music 79.6%, Casual 14.9%, Indie 5.5%

  23. #23 EcoBeat
    79% match3 user reviews67% of 3 reviews2025
    Dev: Yosul Studio
    Windows · Mac

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    Why similar: Music 78.4%, Casual 18.7%, Singleplayer 2.9%

  24. #24 Fugue
    81% matchMixed40% of 10 reviews2019
    Dev: OriGaminc
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Make music, chimes, and melodies as you try and solve each level in this mathematical puzzle game. Take your time, relax, and get birds to their nest with matching numbers.

    Why similar: Music 80%, Puzzle 11.7%, Indie 8.2%

  25. #25 The Artful Escape
    78% matchVery Positive92% of 1,871 reviews2021
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    Windows
    Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 9.4 hrs≥1hr: 89%

    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 52.3%, Narrative 38.4%, Interactive Fiction 5.9%, Indie 2%, Singleplayer 1.4%

  26. #26 Easy Jigsaw Puzzle
    76% match8 user reviews100% of 8 reviews2025
    Dev: unknPub: unkn
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Jigsaw puzzle game that supports uploading local images

    Why similar: Music 76.4%, Puzzle 12%, Casual 9.7%, Singleplayer 1.9%

  27. #27 Florence
    75% matchVery Positive93% of 15,716 reviews2020
    Dev: MountainsPub: Annapurna Interactive
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 63%

    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 41.9%, Narrative 32.5%, Interactive Fiction 8.8%, Casual 8.6%, Visual Novel 3.5%

  28. #28 MIRROR LIES
    77% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: 追杀北极鹅工作室
    Windows

    A side-scrolling 2D rhythm game with an innovative melody puzzle mechanic. Players switch between rhythm tapping and melody-solving to unlock stages and uncover the truth behind a monster invasion. Features hand-drawn medieval fantasy art and multi-perspective storytelling.

    Why similar: Music 77%, Puzzle 11.3%, Casual 10.4%, Singleplayer 1.4%

  29. #29 When the Embers Wake
    77% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Llamaplay
    Windows

    When the Embers Wake is a third person narrative adventure with a cause to create awareness about the very current and real threats on wildlife. You play as a red panda that needs to survive amidst environmental challenges, threats and also grief.

    Why similar: Music 57.9%, Narrative 32.4%, Casual 7.2%, Indie 1.6%, Singleplayer 0.9%

  30. #30 DubWars
    76% matchMostly Positive78% of 293 reviews2016
    Dev: MURA InteractivePub: WOBBL3 Entertainment LLC
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 5.1 hrs≥1hr: 93%

    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 83.6%, Casual 11.6%, Indie 4.8%

  31. #31 Luminous Project
    74% 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 86.7%, Casual 8.6%, Indie 3.7%, Singleplayer 1%

  32. #32 Go For A Walk
    74% matchPositive81% of 21 reviews2020
    Dev: the color addiction
    Windows

    Go For a Walk through a world made of music with your canine companion!

    Why similar: Music 72.5%, Casual 20.1%, Indie 7.5%

  33. #33 Song of Nanzhao
    71% match8 user reviews88% of 8 reviews2025
    Dev: Lost EchoPub: Shepherd Games
    Windows

    Song of Nanzhao is a music-driven puzzle adventure set in ancient China. As a voiceless court musician, use pentatonic melodies drawn from nature to solve puzzles, uncover hidden stories, and connect with villagers, seeking peace through the power of sound.

    Why similar: Music 57.3%, 2.5D 18.7%, Interactive Fiction 10.4%, Puzzle 4.3%, Visual Novel 4%

  34. #34 String Theory
    73% matchMostly Positive75% of 53 reviews2016
    Dev: Zenisport
    Windows
    Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 93%

    You've played rhythm games, but have you ever played a music game? String Theory is a unique audio puzzle game that trains the player to recognize musical chords. Pit your ear against 20 different BGMs, each with 14 different chord variations. Learn to recognize chords played on over 20 different instruments and synthesizers.

    Why similar: Music 80.5%, Casual 16.7%, Indie 2.8%

  35. #35 Percussive VR
    73% matchPositive80% of 15 reviews2020
    Dev: Jamhack Games
    Windows

    Percussive VR is a collection of virtual musical instruments you can play in your home! Learn, practice, perform, or just play — your own creativity is the limit.

    Why similar: Music 91.3%, Casual 7.6%, Singleplayer 1.1%

  36. #36 Turba
    75% matchMostly Negative35% of 147 reviews2010
    Dev: Binary Takeover
    Windows
    Median: 18 minMean: 11.7 hrs≥1hr: 25%

    Turba provides a gameplay experience unlike any you have encountered before. Load in music from your PC and combo blocks to your favorite tunes in this unique new twist on the “match-3” style game! The blocks on the game board generate and move to the beat of the song you choose.

    Why similar: Music 77.3%, Casual 17.2%, Indie 5.5%

  37. #37 Piano Children
    71% matchNo user reviews100% of 1 reviews2026
    Dev: Stamatis Viennas
    Windows

    A piano game training hand coordination, concentration and confidence, with some entry level music theory. Enriched with potential competition and a hint of philosophy. Use a MIDI piano keyboard or the computer keyboard.

    Why similar: Music 78.8%, Choices Matter 10.5%, Casual 7.4%, Singleplayer 2.1%, Indie 1.2%

  38. #38 Space Rocks
    73% matchMostly Positive70% of 10 reviews2017
    Dev: Alister SoftwarePub: Back To Basics Gaming
    Windows

    Fly through your asteroid filled music library. Play the same music track in different ways with your own custom settings. The power to experience your music depending on your mood.

    Why similar: Music 78.6%, Casual 15.6%, Indie 5.8%

  39. #39 Lost in Harmony
    72% matchVery Positive83% of 57 reviews2018
    Dev: DigixartPub: THQ Nordic
    Windows

    The first game from DigixArt! Dive into a fantastic musical odyssey, brought by a wonderful soundtrack imagined by renowned composers.

    Why similar: Music 69.1%, Casual 22.2%, Indie 8.7%

  40. #40 Imprinted
    72% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Cobalt Lane
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Looking for a forensic specialist to restore damaged audio tapes (late 1970s). Warning: The artist was involved in the occult; she disappeared under suspicious circumstances. The nature of the recordings may be distressing. Mental clarity and resilience are a must. QUOTE REQUESTED.

    Why similar: Narrative 43.2%, Music 39.7%, Choices Matter 9.3%, Puzzle 4.5%, Indie 1.9%

  41. #41 Frederic: Evil Strikes Back
    70% matchVery Positive85% of 932 reviews2014
    Dev: Forever Entertainment S. A.
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 6.5 hrs≥1hr: 86%

    Frederic - Evil Strikes Back - The Bigger, Better, More Awesome sequel. Great new tracks. Great new locations. Great new features. Great new story.

    Why similar: Music 86.6%, Casual 10%, Indie 3.3%

  42. #42 AudioSurf
    68% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 11,066 reviews2008
    Dev: Dylan Fitterer
    Windows
    Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 11.4 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 92.5%, Casual 3.7%, Indie 2.1%, Puzzle 1.1%, Singleplayer 0.6%

  43. #43 Beatbuddy: Tale of the Guardians
    70% matchMostly Positive75% of 1,191 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 86.5%, Casual 5.3%, Puzzle 4.1%, Indie 3.4%, Singleplayer 0.6%

  44. #44 Symphony
    69% 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 92.7%, Casual 4.5%, Indie 2.3%, Singleplayer 0.6%

  45. #45 Frederic: Resurrection of Music
    69% 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 88%, Casual 8.1%, Indie 3.9%

  46. #46 DOS - Steve Pardo
    68% match8 user reviews88% of 8 reviews2024
    Dev: The Pardo Brothers, LLC
    Windows · Mac

    DOS - the album, the game, by Steve Pardo. Minimalistic isometric music-driven platformer game.

    Why similar: Music 47.1%, Narrative 39.6%, Casual 8.6%, Indie 4.7%

  47. #47 Fogel And Porki Evil Arcade
    67% matchPositive100% of 20 reviews2023
    Dev: Imposant Entertainment
    Windows

    This is a game in the genre of "Match 3" with elements of a visual novel, drawn in the aesthetics of retrofuturism of the 80s. Immerse yourself in the neon atmosphere of the arcade arcade and help the students defeat the Demon that broke into reality from the video game!

    Why similar: Music 77.1%, Visual Novel 7.6%, Puzzle 4.9%, Casual 4.7%, Indie 3.2%

  48. #48 Ballad : As the Music Goes
    69% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: 50 Rats Games
    Windows · Mac

    Ballad is a musical cosy 3rd person 3D adventure game. Explore several biomes, discover melodies in order to call, help, sooth, interact with the world and villagers around you thanks to your Kalimba ! Or just chill and jam in a colorful place, whatever you choose, magic of music awaits you !

    Why similar: Music 91.6%, Casual 5.8%, Singleplayer 1.4%, Indie 1.3%

  49. #49 Blue Wednesday
    67% matchVery Positive85% of 202 reviews2023
    Dev: Buff Studio
    Windows · Linux

    Blue Wednesday is a relaxing and lovely adventure game focused on story, music, and characters. Explore the city, meet various characters, and have conversations. Listen to their stories, play mini-games, collect music albums, and play music.

    Why similar: Music 42.8%, Narrative 36.4%, Choices Matter 12.8%, Interactive Fiction 6.8%, Singleplayer 1.2%

  50. #50 Rhythm Bang
    67% match6 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 87.6%, Casual 8.9%, Indie 2.2%, Singleplayer 1.3%

  51. #51 Sound Shift
    68% matchVery Positive84% of 178 reviews2015
    Dev: Matthew Brown
    Windows
    Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 23.7 hrs≥1hr: 73%

    Sound Shift is a VJ style music visualiser mixed with a simple arcade shooter.

    Why similar: Music 72.8%, Casual 20.4%, Indie 6.7%

  52. #52 DanielX.net Paint Composer
    67% matchPositive88% of 33 reviews2020
    Dev: Daniel X Moore
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Create beautiful music simply and easily! Save your compositions and share them with friends and the world. Interesting characters are fun for both kids and adults. The musical staff is welcoming, you can leverage your existing knowledge of music or expand it through experimentation. Enjoy!

    Why similar: Music 74%, Casual 19.7%, Indie 6.3%

  53. #53 Partitas
    66% matchPositive86% of 36 reviews2021
    Dev: Lotz
    Windows

    The melody-based puzzle game. Enjoy listening carefully to the instrumental classics and restore all the sheet music. How far can you take your hearing talent?

    Why similar: Music 75%, Casual 13.6%, Puzzle 9.9%, Singleplayer 1.5%

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