Games Like Melatonin

Bits & Bops is a collection of original rhythm mini-games! Filled with catchy music, snappy gameplay and gorgeous, hand-drawn animation, Bits & Bops is sure to brighten your day.

Why similar: Rhythm 50.5%, Music 22%, Hand-drawn 7.2%, Cute 6%, Score Attack 5%

Why You'll Like It: This game shares the same charming, hand-drawn art style and intuitive, minigame-based rhythm structure as Melatonin.

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: Rhythm 50.9%, Music 23.4%, Cute 6%, Colorful 4.4%, Comedy 3.5%

Why You'll Like It: It features a similar focus on timing-based gameplay with a minimalist interface and a strong emphasis on musical storytelling.

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 58.6%, Music 22.5%, Great Soundtrack 4.2%, Colorful 3.7%, Difficult 2.5%

Why You'll Like It: While more challenging, it shares the minimalist, single-button rhythm focus that makes Melatonin so approachable.

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 53.9%, Music 25.4%, Great Soundtrack 9.9%, Colorful 4.1%, Arcade 2.2%

Why You'll Like It: This game provides a similarly dreamy, cinematic experience where the rhythm and visuals are perfectly synchronized to create a cohesive journey.

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 50.4%, Music 21.9%, Relaxing 6.5%, Colorful 5.3%, Cute 5.2%

Why You'll Like It: This title combines quirky, hand-drawn visuals with a lighthearted rhythm-action gameplay loop that feels very similar to Melatonin.

Play as Dodo the duck exploring a beautiful little forest. Strum your favorite guitar and watch as the forest creatures happily vibe along to your music.

Why similar: Rhythm 50%, Music 27.1%, Cute 7.9%, Relaxing 6.8%, Colorful 4.8%

Why You'll Like It: It captures the relaxing, cute, and colorful vibe of Melatonin while focusing on simple, engaging rhythm mechanics.

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: Rhythm 57.7%, Music 25.2%, Colorful 5.1%, Indie 3.6%, Difficult 2.7%

Why You'll Like It: It offers a unique, tactile rhythm experience that feels just as polished and visually engaging as Melatonin's dream sequences.

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

Why similar: Rhythm 54.8%, Music 28.1%, Cute 6.1%, Great Soundtrack 3.8%, Colorful 2.1%

Why You'll Like It: This game features a bright, anime-inspired aesthetic and accessible rhythm-action gameplay that fits the same casual-yet-engaging niche.

Rhythm Quest is a 2-button rhythm platformer game. Jump, attack, and fly to the beat through upbeat songs that are hand-crafted to highlight complex rhythms!

Why similar: Rhythm 54.5%, Music 25%, Cute 5.7%, Colorful 4.4%, Indie 3.3%

Why You'll Like It: This rhythm-platformer offers a highly accessible and satisfying experience that mirrors the clean, rhythmic flow of Melatonin.

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

Why similar: Rhythm 58.9%, Music 24.5%, Great Soundtrack 6.9%, Indie 3%, 2D 2.6%

Why You'll Like It: A minimalist, rhythm-based platformer that uses clean visuals and tight controls to create a satisfying, music-focused experience.

An UNCONVENTIONAL ADVENTURE RPG that takes place in an inexpressible world filled with amusing musical battles and strange delightful encounters. To put it simply: You are in for a ride.🍄

Why similar: Rhythm 40.2%, Music 28.4%, Great Soundtrack 10.5%, Surreal 8%, Colorful 4.4%

Why You'll Like It: It blends a psychedelic, music-driven world with unique rhythm-based combat that feels both experimental and deeply atmospheric.

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: Rhythm 50.5%, Music 21.8%, Music-Based Procedural Generation 11.9% ★, Colorful 6.3%, 2D 3.1%

Why You'll Like It: This game focuses on creating a relaxing, flowing experience where your character's movements are dictated by the rhythm of your own music library.

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 65.9%, Music 16.2%, Indie 7.2%, Great Soundtrack 4%, Action 3.7%

Why You'll Like It: A vibrant, pixel-art rhythm game that features a variety of musical styles and a charming, lighthearted narrative.

Meditative rhythm ping-pong

Why similar: Rhythm 46.7%, Music 23.1%, Cute 6.5%, Colorful 5.1%, Great Soundtrack 4.3%

Why You'll Like It: This game captures the relaxing, repetitive, and rhythmic nature of Melatonin through a simple, stylish, and music-focused interface.

"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: Rhythm 55.8%, Music 23.9%, Great Soundtrack 8.8%, Difficult 3%, Indie 2.3%

Why You'll Like It: This game uses rhythmic patterns to dictate bullet-hell challenges, offering a more intense but equally music-focused experience.

Dive into the cyberpop world of Beat Souls! Dodge and dance your way to a high-score in this intense rhythm action game.

Why similar: Rhythm 46.2%, Music 21.9%, Cute 6.9%, Surreal 6.6%, Colorful 4.9%

Why You'll Like It: It features a colorful, anime-inspired aesthetic and rhythm-action gameplay that emphasizes movement and timing.

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 69.5%, Music 12%, Hand-drawn 3.4%, Great Soundtrack 2.7%, Music-Based Procedural Generation 2.3% ★

Why You'll Like It: This spin-off focuses on lane-based rhythm action that feels accessible and visually distinct.

Navigate breathtaking, celestial worlds while mastering the beat of chart-topping hits from today’s most popular artists, such as PinkPantheress, Charlie Puth, and more. Discover fresh new music from tomorrow’s biggest stars on a cosmic trip where every note guides your way.

Why similar: Rhythm 60.6%, Music 27.4%, Colorful 6.6%, Indie 1.8%, Arcade 1.3%

Why You'll Like It: This game provides a vibrant, 3D rhythm experience that is easy to pick up and visually stimulating.

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: Rhythm 50.9%, Music 27.1%, Great Soundtrack 8.1%, Indie 5.7%, Colorful 5%

Why You'll Like It: A rhythm-driven platformer where every action must be performed on the beat, echoing the core mechanics of Melatonin.

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 63.8%, Music 18.4%, Cute 6.9%, Great Soundtrack 3.4%, Arcade 2.8%

Why You'll Like It: A staple of the rhythm genre that offers a highly polished, cute, and music-heavy experience.

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 64.3%, Music 22.2%, Cute 5.2%, 2D 2.1%, Arcade 1.9%

Why You'll Like It: It provides a vast library of music and a clean, modern interface that appeals to players who enjoy high-quality rhythm games.

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 69.6%, Music 12.8%, Relaxing 4.4%, Action 3.6%, Arcade 3.3%

Why You'll Like It: A polished, arcade-style rhythm game with a clean aesthetic and a focus on smooth, flowing gameplay.

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

Why similar: Rhythm 52.9%, Music 29.3%, Cute 6.1%, Indie 3.8%, Colorful 3.1%

Why You'll Like It: This game leans into the cute, indie, and rhythmic aspects of the genre with a very approachable design.

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 62.3%, Music 26.4%, Great Soundtrack 4.2%, Action 3.2%, Arcade 2.7%

Why You'll Like It: While more arcade-focused, its emphasis on visual spectacle and rhythmic flow aligns well with the feel of Melatonin.

It’s Super Crazy Rhythm Castle, the chaotic rhythm adventure! A puzzling co-op mashup unlike anything you've ever heard. Solo, or with a band of up to three friends … … Can you conquer the castle?

Why similar: Rhythm 53.1%, Music 25.2%, Colorful 5.9%, Comedy 4%, Indie 3.8%

Why You'll Like It: It blends rhythm mechanics with puzzle-solving in a quirky, colorful world that feels like a fun, chaotic cousin to Melatonin.

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 70.9%, Music 13.3%, Great Soundtrack 8.7%, Indie 2.8%, Difficult 2.2%

Why You'll Like It: A classic rhythm-roguelike that forces players to move and act in time with the music, creating a unique rhythmic challenge.

Ratatan is a rhythm roguelike action game that combines rhythm games and side-scrolling action, with online co-op gameplay supporting up to 4 players. An intense battle unfolds with over 100 characters fighting in a massive melee. Let's defeat the enemies together!

Why similar: Rhythm 46.4%, Music 26.3%, Cute 7.9%, Relaxing 6.4%, Indie 4.1%

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 58%, Music 23.9%, Hand-drawn 9.8%, Colorful 4%, Arcade 2.3%

A musical bullet-hell where all things beautiful are deadly. Dodge well little nanobot, you don't have much time.

Why similar: Rhythm 55.2%, Music 27.2%, Indie 3.8%, 2D 3.4%, Difficult 3.4%

Why You'll Like It: It features a highly creative, music-synced visual experience that challenges players to dodge obstacles in time with the beat.

One Hand Clapping is a vocal 2D platformer. Solve puzzles, by singing or humming into your microphone, and find confidence in the power of your voice as it changes the world around you.

Why similar: Rhythm 50.1%, Music 26.7%, Cute 7.6%, Colorful 5%, Indie 4.2%

Why You'll Like It: A unique rhythm-based puzzle game where you use your voice to control the environment, offering a fresh take on musical interaction.

Soundfall is a dungeon crawler that combines looter-shooter action with rhythm-based gameplay. Venture out solo or with up to 4 friends locally or online. Collect loot and time your actions to the beat to become all powerful. Play the Campaign Mode, Free Play 100's of songs or import your own music!

Why similar: Rhythm 60.6%, Music 24.4%, Music-Based Procedural Generation 13.1% ★, Action 2%

Why You'll Like It: This title integrates rhythm-based combat into a dungeon-crawler, rewarding players for staying in sync with the beat.

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 56.4%, Music 24.6%, Cute 5.9%, Relaxing 4.6%, 2D 2.9%

Incredibox is a music game that lets you create your own music with the help of a merry crew of beatboxers.

Why similar: Rhythm 58%, Music 20.8%, Music-Based Procedural Generation 6.6% ★, Relaxing 5.4%, Great Soundtrack 3.3%

Project Rhombus is a rhythm-based casual action game that combines exciting electronic music with stylish flat design. Hold on as long as possible, blocking the oncoming arrows moving to the beat.

Why similar: Rhythm 55.3%, Music 18.9%, Colorful 5.5%, Great Soundtrack 3.6%, 2D 3.4%

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 54.3%, Music 25.4%, Cute 7.9%, 2D 3.1%, Arcade 2.9%

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 55%, Music 27.7%, Cute 7%, Music-Based Procedural Generation 4.6% ★, 2D 3.3%

Honk, blow, & toot your way through over 60 songs, collect all 50 unique Tromboner Cards, and uncover the mysteries of the Trombiverse. Do you have what it takes to become the true Trombone Champ?

Why similar: Rhythm 59.2%, Music 21.9%, Cute 7%, Colorful 4.4%, Comedy 4.1%

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 54.5%, Music 24.8%, Score Attack 5.3%, Arcade 3.3%, Indie 3.1%

140 is a challenging minimalistic platformer with abstract colorful graphics. Rhythmic awareness is required to overcome obstacles controlled by an energetic, yet melancholic electronic soundtrack.

Why similar: Rhythm 60.1%, Music 20.5%, Great Soundtrack 5.9%, Indie 4.5%, Colorful 2.8%

Hailing From the Abyss is a rhythm game with a unique duel setup. Beat powerful enemies in rhythmic battles by using consumables, acquiring power-ups, and skill. Guide Suri while she faces her past memories in style and rhythm!

Why similar: Rhythm 53.4%, Music 25%, Cute 6.7%, Colorful 5.4%, Arcade 3.1%

Spirit City: Lofi Sessions is a gamified focus tool, set to a soothing lofi soundtrack. Discover and collect Spirits, customize your cozy virtual space, and facilitate your real-life tasks with a collection of handy features designed to improve concentration and ease stress.

Why similar: Music 37.9%, Cozy 26.8%, Relaxing 14.9%, Cute 11.5%, Colorful 7.2%

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 60.9%, Music 28.3%, Great Soundtrack 7%, Indie 3.8%

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: Rhythm 51.9%, Music 38.4%, Music-Based Procedural Generation 3.5% ★, Indie 2.4%, Difficult 1.6%

Taiko no Tatsujin: Rhythm Festival is a drum-based rhythm game featuring songs from genres such as Anime and VOCALOID™, and also a variety of game modes! Have fun playing solo or online!

Why similar: Rhythm 77.4%, Music 16.5%, Cute 3.9%, Singleplayer 1.5%, Difficult 0.8%

Super Hexagon is a minimal action game by Terry Cavanagh, with music by Chipzel.

Why similar: Rhythm 49.3%, Great Soundtrack 13.8%, Music 10.9%, Difficult 7.5%, Indie 6.1%

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

Why similar: Rhythm 66.2%, Hand-drawn 13.6%, Colorful 6.3%, Surreal 4.9%, Arcade 3.2%

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 59.2%, Music 25.4%, Colorful 5.5%, Relaxing 4.4%, Arcade 2.3%

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: Rhythm 47%, Music 34.4%, Music-Based Procedural Generation 6.3% ★, Indie 3.1%, Relaxing 2.4%

Face Nekomew's nightmares in this spooky rhythm game!

Why similar: Rhythm 90.3%, Cute 4.4%, Indie 3.5%, Action 1.8%

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 55.6%, Music 23.4%, Surreal 7.3%, Cute 7%, Puzzle 3.4%

Jump and fly your way through danger in this rhythm-based action platformer!

Why similar: Rhythm 49.7%, Music 25.4%, Great Soundtrack 8.2%, Colorful 4.5%, Difficult 4.3%

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 60.3%, Music 23.8%, Indie 4.6%, Great Soundtrack 4.2%, Arcade 1.9%

Rhythm in rains. Realization in dreams. "All the words, belong to a melody of rain. Resonating within ripples, dreams of human remain. Wading through unknown dreams, our understanding shall be gained..."

Why similar: Rhythm 76.8%, Music 19.1%, Indie 3.2%, Singleplayer 0.9%

Rhythm-mystery hybrid game about uncovering the history of a mysterious system. The stage is set. Will you step up and play your role?

Why similar: Rhythm 65.8%, Surreal 7.8%, Cute 6.7%, Hand-drawn 6.5%, Score Attack 5.2%

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 85.7%, Arcade 3.7%, Action 3.7%, Indie 3.1%, 2D 2.6%

Musical Metroidvania, with pixel art to die for. Guide orphaned chick 'Birb', on a platform adventure, as he faces off against the denizens of the forest in rhythm-action boss battles. Acclaimed for its gorgeous animation, and heart-warming storytelling, as Birb strives to discover his true origins.

Why similar: Rhythm 49%, Music 21.2%, Cozy 11.3%, Cute 7.7%, Puzzle 3.2%

"Dream Rhythm" is an addictive rhythm game. Simple operation, beautiful songs, bring you a dreamy flow experience.

Why similar: Rhythm 59.7%, Music 26.3%, Cute 6.1%, Relaxing 3.5%, 2D 2.8%

A wholesome, music-filled arcade rhythm game in which a young, reclusive rocker goes on a journey of self-discovery. Once she begins to follow her dreams and finds her inner voice, she discovers that it is LOUD!

Why similar: Rhythm 61.7%, Cute 8.4%, Hand-drawn 8.3%, Relaxing 7.8%, Colorful 4.5%

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: Rhythm 56.3%, Music 28.6%, Colorful 5%, Indie 3.8%, Arcade 3.4%

Sit back and enjoy 30 minutes of original electronic and vaporwave music in this challenging platformer, push forward to unlock Time Trial mode and a second playable character who completely changes the gameplay.

Why similar: Music 46.7%, Difficult 14.1%, 2D 14%, Action 8.3%, Great Soundtrack 7.9%