- #1 AudioSurf
97% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 11,100 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 53.8%, Rhythm 29.7%, Music-Based Procedural Generation 8.9% ★, Arcade 3.1%, Score Attack 2.6%
- #2 Keyboard Maestro Voyage
96% matchPositive80% of 10 reviews2024
Dev: OnozukaPlan
Windows
"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: Music 46.1%, Rhythm 33.5%, Score Attack 8.8%, Arcade 5.5%, Casual 3%
- #3 Reflector Rhythm Master
96% match9 user reviews100% of 9 reviews2023
Dev: fogimi
Windows
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: Music 41.9%, Rhythm 40.5%, Arcade 7.5%, Retro 6.5%, Casual 3.7%
- #4 Rhythm Bang
95% 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 52.8%, Rhythm 38.3%, Casual 4.3%, 2D 4%, Singleplayer 0.7%
- #5 Elliot's Show Time
94% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2025
Dev: IlustreversoPub: Gigantic G
Windows
Help Elliot light up the stage in a rhythmic adventure featuring 10 original songs.
Why similar: Rhythm 49.8%, Music 38.1%, Casual 6.2%, 2D 4.8%, Singleplayer 1.1%
- #6 The Polynomial - Space of the music
93% matchMostly Positive73% of 500 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 50.6%, Rhythm 34.3%, Arcade 5.3%, Music-Based Procedural Generation 4.3% ★, Casual 2.8%
- #7 Piano High Score
92% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Bird Bath Games
Windows
Everything you love about rhythm games, brought to your digital piano. Load your own MIDI files, play on real keys, and climb online leaderboards.
Why similar: Music 39%, Rhythm 37.3%, Score Attack 8.8%, Arcade 8.3%, Casual 4.1%
- #8 Chiptune DJ
91% 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: Music 45.5%, Rhythm 41.2%, Retro 13.4%
- #9 Audiosurf 2
90% matchVery Positive83% of 6,049 reviews2015
Dev: Dylan Fitterer
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 70.2 hrs≥1hr: 70%
Ride your music in more ways than ever before. Audiosurf 2 is the music game for your entire music collection. Hundreds of mods/skins on Workshop. Free demo available.
Why similar: Music 54.9%, Rhythm 28.9%, Music-Based Procedural Generation 12% ★, Arcade 2.6%, Casual 1.4%
- #10 Wonder Record Shop
89% 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: Music 42.1%, Rhythm 40.2%, Arcade 5.5%, Cartoony 4.8%, Casual 4.4%
- #11 Intralism
89% matchVery Positive86% of 4,876 reviews2016
Dev: KHB-Soft
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 34.9 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 58.5%, Rhythm 31.9%, Music-Based Procedural Generation 4.7% ★, Arcade 3.7%, Casual 1.2%
- #12 Before the Echo
88% matchVery Positive86% of 1,455 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 48.1%, Music 39.3%, RPG 10.9%, Funny 1%, Singleplayer 0.6%
- #13 Twin Horizons
87% 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 48.8%, Rhythm 36.7%, Retro 7.5%, Score Attack 6.1%, Singleplayer 0.9%
- #14 Groove Coaster
86% matchMixed67% of 1,604 reviews2018
Dev: TAITO CORP.Pub: KOMODO
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 7.7 hrs≥1hr: 81%
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: Music 46.8%, Rhythm 44.6%, Arcade 8.3%, Singleplayer 0.4%
- #15 SlipDream Resonator
86% matchPositive85% of 13 reviews2023
Dev: Small Brain Games
Windows
SlipDream Resonator is a multi-directional rhythm game with unique twin-stick controls. Inspired by both classic rhythm games and top-down shooters, SlipDream Resonator offers addictive arcade gameplay designed to challenge while featuring eye catching visuals and a heart pumping soundtrack.
Why similar: Rhythm 40.4%, Music 34.2%, Arcade 9.8%, Score Attack 4.6%, Casual 4.6%
- #16 Astra Moment:DIMENSION
84% matchPositive77% of 21 reviews2025
Dev: Jeonghwa Arts College
Windows
『Astra Moment:DIMENSION』 is a keyboard-type rhythm game with four lanes. Experience the new play experience of SF rhythm games with original music by students from Jeonghwa University of the Arts, a dimension note system with vibes processed in the air, and operators to help you play.
Why similar: Music 42%, Rhythm 40.4%, Music-Based Procedural Generation 9.2% ★, Casual 3.9%, 2D 3.7%
- #17 Relapse
83% matchPositive90% of 10 reviews2026
Dev: Hexatunes
Windows · Linux
A beginner friendly sheet music rhythm game, with cute characters and a shady organization!
Why similar: Music 49.5%, Rhythm 45.1%, Casual 3%, 2D 1.9%, Singleplayer 0.5%
- #18 Symphony
84% 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 59.1%, Rhythm 25%, Music-Based Procedural Generation 8.8% ★, Arcade 4.4%, Casual 2.3%
- #19 The Sound of Piano
82% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2026
Dev: MONARCH LIMITED
Windows
A hardcore keyboard rhythm game with pure piano tracks. Every note hit generates a real piano key sound. Designed for intermediate+ players, use our skill test to find your rating. No AI music, just raw human-crafted tracks. Features an Auto MIDI Converter to import and play your own files.
Why similar: Music 45.4%, Rhythm 43.6%, Score Attack 4.2%, Casual 3.4%, 2D 2.2%
- #20 DEFLATE
81% matchVery Positive92% of 197 reviews2026
Dev: dizzylab
Windows · Mac
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: Music 38.7%, Rhythm 35.8%, RPG 6.8%, Arcade 5.3%, Retro 5%
- #21 Laserlife
82% matchMostly Positive74% of 119 reviews2015
Dev: Choice Provisions
Windows
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 4.9 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: Music 52.6%, Rhythm 47.4%
- #22 Sisyphus
80% matchPositive100% of 24 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 48.8%, Music 32.1%, Arcade 9.8%, Casual 8%, Singleplayer 1.4%
- #23 Music Killer
81% matchMostly Positive70% of 459 reviews2019
Dev: AbstractArt
Windows
Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 6.1 hrs≥1hr: 68%
🎶 THE VERY FIRST MUSIC ADAPTING FIRST-PERSON SHOOTER IS HERE! 🎵 Always wanted to shoot mobs while listening to your own favorite music tracks? Now you can.
Why similar: Music 55.5%, Rhythm 27.5%, Music-Based Procedural Generation 9% ★, Retro 8%
- #24 Neon Cadence
79% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Meridian Studios
Windows · Linux
Neon Cadence is a synthwave keyboard rhythm game. Tap D F J K to 30 original tracks across J-pop, K-pop, English and instrumental styles, with gold taps, wide notes, holds, glide sweeps and RUSH zones over three difficulties. Open-ended scoring and D-to-SSS ranks reward every clean run.
Why similar: Music 41.6%, Rhythm 39.8%, Arcade 8.2%, Score Attack 5.1%, Casual 4.8%
- #25 Pixelgroove
79% matchNo user reviews2024
Dev: Dream Dimension
Windows
Embark on "Pixelgroove," a one-of-a-kind shmup adventure where your chosen music video's visuals and beats transform into exhilarating gameplay. Each video's distinct imagery directly influences the game's dynamics, crafting an experience unique to every song.
Why similar: Music 43.5%, Rhythm 41.8%, Arcade 6.4%, Casual 3.9%, 2D 3.8%
- #26 CoLane
78% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Hayabusa
Windows · Mac · Linux
CoLane is a rhythm game where the lanes switch according to the color of the background spotlight. It features a variety of fingerings, making it a game where you improve through trial and error.
Why similar: Music 45.3%, Rhythm 41.6%, Score Attack 10.8%, 2D 1.9%, Singleplayer 0.4%
- #27 Melody Flight
78% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2020
Dev: Outside Realm
Windows
Melody Flight is a serene and soaring rhythm game.
Why similar: Music 42.7%, Rhythm 33.8%, Music-Based Procedural Generation 17% ★, Casual 3%, Arcade 2.5%
- #28 Santa Rockstar
77% matchVery Positive82% of 346 reviews2016
Dev: Bekho TeamPub: Volens Nolens Games
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 9.6 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: Music 50%, Rhythm 42%, Casual 8%
- #29 Luminous Project
76% 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 59.8%, Rhythm 31.6%, Casual 4.7%, 2D 3.3%, Singleplayer 0.6%
- #30 MASH VP! Re:VISION
75% matchVery Positive86% of 423 reviews2025
Dev: AXTORM
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 47.6%, Music 47.4%, Casual 3.9%, Singleplayer 1.1%
- #31 Party Pumper
77% 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 55.5%, Rhythm 44.5%
- #32 Project: Bits
76% 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: Music 53.1%, Rhythm 46.9%
- #33 Dancing Line
73% matchVery Positive92% of 1,619 reviews2026
Dev: Somnartis 夙艺Pub: Cheetah Technology Corporation Limited
Windows
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 7.3 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Guide an ever-growing Line through a multiple of environments, listening carefully to the music. Tap the screen to make a sharp turn, avoiding obstacles and reacting to the World changing before your eyes.
Why similar: Music 49.7%, Rhythm 45%, Casual 4.6%, Singleplayer 0.7%
- #34 Beatbuddy: Tale of the Guardians
75% matchMostly Positive75% of 1,193 reviews2013
Dev: Threaks
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 3.5 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 58%, Rhythm 37%, Casual 2.9%, 2D 1.8%, Singleplayer 0.4%
- #35 AUDICA: Rhythm Shooter
74% matchVery Positive85% of 587 reviews2019
Dev: Harmonix Music Systems, Inc
Windows
Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 6.4 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: Music 51.4%, Rhythm 48.6%
- #36 TRACE
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: TofuPub: Seryn
Windows
TRACE is a rhythm game combining arcade-style elements with the precision and competitiveness of PC rhythm games. Follow the music and experience the full energy of an arcade in the comfort of your own home!
Why similar: Rhythm 47%, Music 35.4%, Arcade 11.9%, 2D 4.7%, Singleplayer 1%
- #37 Wandering Bard
73% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Fossil Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Wander through six troubled regions, learn songs from the people who live there, build sets for each crowd, and complete the music in a cozy, story-rich rhythm RPG.
Why similar: Rhythm 38.8%, Music 38.2%, RPG 12.9%, Score Attack 3.5%, 2D 3.4%
- #38 Club Dance Party VR
74% matchMostly Negative32% of 22 reviews2018
Dev: Studio Odin Inc.
Windows
- Exciting dance time for those who are tired of work! Experience the real rhythm through realistic rhythmical VR! New conceptual club dance party within your home! - Club Dance Party VR –
Why similar: Music 50.7%, Rhythm 42.6%, Casual 6.6%
- #39 Khaos Keys
72% matchNo user reviews
Dev: qwqsoftPub: UW Gamedev
Windows
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: Music 51.2%, Rhythm 37.3%, Arcade 8.6%, Casual 2.3%, Singleplayer 0.7%
- #40 Beat Slicer
70% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2026
Dev: XtremeZero
Windows
Slice through the rhythm in Beat//Slicer, a hyper-reactive synthwave rhythm game where your music controls the action. Load any track, customize your grid, and choose from three distinct game modes. Slice with precision, build your multiplier, and master the neon horizon.
Why similar: Rhythm 36.6%, Music 28.6%, Music-Based Procedural Generation 13.7% ★, Retro 7.6%, Casual 6.6%
- #41 Sonar Beat
72% 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: Music 48.4%, Rhythm 40.7%, Arcade 10.4%, Singleplayer 0.6%
- #42 Musical Reflex
71% 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: Music 41.8%, Rhythm 35.1%, Casual 9.8%, Arcade 8.7%, 2D 3.6%
- #43 Muse Dash
69% matchVery Positive91% of 122,075 reviews2019
Dev: peroperoPub: hasuhasu
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 34.6 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Paradise of parkour & rhythm game ★★★ — Muse Dash!!
Why similar: Music 52.1%, Rhythm 41%, Arcade 2.2%, Casual 1.7%, 2D 1.6%
- #44 Rhythm Girl
71% 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: Music 50.9%, Rhythm 42.8%, Casual 6.3%
- #45 band.exe
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: doaproduction
Windows
A stylish rhythm game where every instrument offers a unique gameplay style. Play guitar, bass, drums, vocals, keyboards, and DJ, hit every note with precision, build massive combos, and master the beat. Easy to learn, difficult to master.
Why similar: Music 41.9%, Rhythm 40%, Score Attack 8.8%, Arcade 5%, Casual 3.9%
- #46 ASCII-RIFT
68% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2026
Dev: End of Line Club
Windows · Linux
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 35.6%, Music 25.9%, Music-Based Procedural Generation 15.4% ★, Arcade 8.7%, Score Attack 8%
- #47 KickBeat Steam Edition
70% 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 57%, Rhythm 43%
- #48 SCREENSABER
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Simon JJ Lake
Windows · Mac · Linux
SCREENSABER is a rhythm game where you swing your sword to the beat without smashing your TV. Keep your distance as you face the music, unlock new outfits and swords for your custom character, and explore the virtual world as you save it from destruction.
Why similar: Music 43.7%, Rhythm 41.6%, Arcade 9.4%, Retro 4.6%, Singleplayer 0.7%
- #49 Beat Vector
67% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2026
Dev: Sledding Cloud
Windows · Mac · Linux
A 360° Rhythm Game where smashing beats makes the world explode with effects. Transform every track into a massive light show!
Why similar: Music 44.1%, Rhythm 40.1%, Arcade 9.8%, Casual 2.6%, Score Attack 1.6%
- #50 Charles the Bee
67% matchVery Positive90% of 59 reviews2024
Dev: Blue Pin StudioPub: Blue Pin Publishing
Windows · Linux
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: Music 44.2%, Rhythm 39.6%, Score Attack 8.9%, Funny 3.5%, 2D 3.1%
- #51 Booty Beats
68% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: NeonPulse Games
Windows
A two-lane rhythm game with a synthwave nightclub vibe. Hit crystal notes on a neon highway, build combos to unlock outfit stages, and let your performance drive the show. The better you play, the hotter it gets.
Why similar: Music 42.9%, Rhythm 41%, Retro 9.9%, 2D 3.1%, Casual 2.6%
- #52 Muse Dash 2
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: peropero
Windows · Mac
Continue the classic gameplay of parkour rhythm games, while adding new rhythm gameplay and multiplayer online mode. Welcome everyone to enjoy a wonderful musical journey in "Muse Dash 2"!
Why similar: Music 48.4%, Rhythm 45.6%, Casual 5.4%, Singleplayer 0.6%
- #53 BEATris
67% 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: Music 44.6%, Rhythm 40%, Casual 7.9%, Arcade 7.5%
- #54 Chiptune Champion
68% matchVery Positive83% of 201 reviews2016
Dev: Blake Garner
Windows
Median: 54 minMean: 3.7 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: Music 51.8%, Rhythm 44.9%, Casual 3.4%
- #55 Quaver
66% matchVery Positive92% of 17,007 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 52.7%, Music 45.1%, Casual 2.1%, Singleplayer 0.1%