- #1 Melody/心跳旋律
97% matchVery Positive83% of 165 reviews2020
Dev: GOCORE
Windows
Median: 18 minMean: 8.7 hrs≥1hr: 30%
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: Simulation 50.7%, Casual 34.8%, Indie 14.5%
- #2 Malody V
96% matchMostly Positive70% of 565 reviews2023
Dev: Mugzone
Windows
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 9.5 hrs≥1hr: 59%
Ultimate music game simulator
Why similar: Simulation 48.3%, Casual 41.9%, Indie 9.7%
- #3 MASH VP! Re:VISION
96% matchVery Positive86% of 423 reviews2025
Dev: AXTORM Co., Ltd.
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: Casual 100%
- #4 KALPA: Cosmic Symphony
94% matchVery Positive86% of 778 reviews2025
Dev: QueseraGames
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 14.9 hrs≥1hr: 81%
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: Casual 100%
- #5 Chiptune Champion
94% matchVery Positive83% of 201 reviews2016
Dev: Blake Garner
Windows
Median: 54 minMean: 3.8 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: Casual 52.7%, Indie 47.3%
- #6 Sinker sound
92% matchVery Positive99% of 115 reviews2026
Dev: Chavafei
Windows
Fish in the strange domain of the mermaid, and find many strange fish with their own unique original music! You must REEL to the beat of the song! This is a fishing game with a musical rhythm gimmick!
Why similar: Simulation 80.1%, Indie 19.9%
- #7 Beat the Song
93% matchVery Positive89% of 99 reviews2018
Dev: AAAGAMES
Windows
A music game, where you play songs. You play missing percussion, guitars, pianos, vocals, synthesizers, effects, strings and many more other instruments that change during the game. A total of 127 minutes of music you can play.
Why similar: Indie 100%
- #8 ReMix
91% matchVery Positive81% of 99 reviews2024
Dev: GameSmith
Windows
ReMix is a unique musical rhythm action game that combines the elements of Rogue games. In this world, you are able to choose from a variety of heroes with different fighting styles and use the power of music to battle against evil void monsters.
Why similar: Casual 74.7%, Indie 25.3%
- #9 Concerto on White: Cajon Story
91% matchVery Positive97% of 100 reviews2025
Dev: C11 Games
Windows
Rhythm + Rich Story & Characters. You play as a new student in Concordia Academy of Music, facing a crisis on your first day joining the Cajon Club. Music dueling, co-op jamming, or even play with a real cajon!
Why similar: Simulation 63.8%, Indie 36.2%
- #10 MUSYNX
90% matchVery Positive89% of 6,655 reviews2018
Dev: I-InfernoPub: Wave Game
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 19.6 hrs≥1hr: 74%
Indie rhythm game MUSYNX now on STEAM! Real "KEY" Sound System, Classic Gameplay, Unique Visual Themes and Constant Music Updates! MUSYNX is waiting for you!
Why similar: Casual 44.5%, Indie 39.5%, Simulation 16%
- #11 O2Jam : The Beginning
89% matchMixed44% of 88 reviews2026
Dev: SuperTurbine Technology Inc.
Windows · Mac
O2Jam : The Beginning is the official PC version based on O2Jam - Music & Game, featuring the entire series collection. Enjoy legendary original tracks, overwhelming note impact, and various key modes! From nostalgic classics to new hits, experience the authentic rhythm action of O2Jam.
Why similar: Casual 46.7%, Simulation 29.1%, Indie 24.2%
- #12 Notanote
87% matchVery Positive88% of 940 reviews2024
Dev: zzzProject
Windows
Welcome to Notanote！
Why similar: Casual 91.3%, Indie 8.7%
- #13 Project Heartbeat
88% matchVery Positive89% of 395 reviews2020
Dev: EIRTeam
Windows · Linux
Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 10.5 hrs≥1hr: 54%
Project Heartbeat is the ultimate cute community-driven rhythm game, featuring music from top artists of the Eurobeat genre made popular by the Initial D anime and manga.
Why similar: Indie 100%
- #14 Drums Hero
89% matchMostly Positive72% of 81 reviews2017
Dev: Player Of Music Technology Co.,Ltd
Windows
Drums hero is a drums version of the VR music game. If you are a music player who interested in playing a music. You will love it.
Why similar: Simulation 41.9%, Casual 33.2%, Indie 24.9%
- #15 Erotic Rhythm
85% matchVery Positive91% of 67 reviews2024
Dev: Naku Kinoko
Windows
Erotic Rhythm is a music game that will leave you wanting more, just hit the notes accurately and the girl will swing her body to the music.
Why similar: Casual 54.9%, Indie 45.1%
- #16 LoveBeat
86% matchMostly Positive75% of 1,683 reviews2016
Dev: CRAZYDIAMOND CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 15.0 hrs≥1hr: 51%
LoveBeat is a free-to-play rhythm game. A lot of amazing indie songs will give you both the excitement of playing the game and the delight of listening to your favorite songs at the same time. Let’s join LoveBeat dance party where it’s full of friendly people all over the world!
Why similar: Casual 100%
- #17 PLATiNA :: LAB
84% matchVery Positive88% of 1,217 reviews2025
Dev: HIGH-END Games
Windows
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: Simulation 67.7%, Casual 32.3%
- #18 Sixtar Gate: STARTRAIL
83% matchVery Positive87% of 1,555 reviews2024
Dev: Starlike Inc.
Windows
Median: 5.7 hrsMean: 59.0 hrs≥1hr: 86%
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: Casual 76.6%, Indie 23.4%
- #19 Rhythm Doctor
81% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 26,326 reviews2025
Dev: 7th Beat Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 8.9 hrs≥1hr: 78%
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: Indie 100%
- #20 Lost in Harmony
86% matchVery Positive83% of 59 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: Casual 54.1%, Indie 45.9%
- #21 Milthm
81% matchVery Positive94% of 494 reviews2023
Dev: 森零工作室
Windows · Mac · Linux
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: Casual 64.6%, Indie 35.4%
- #22 弹幕音乐绘 ～风雷幻奏曲～ / Barrage Musical ~A Fantasy of Tempest~
82% matchVery Positive96% of 357 reviews2017
Dev: SlimeSmile
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 6.1 hrs≥1hr: 89%
This is a music rhythm STG where stages with highly BGM synchronization will show you a barrage musical; A shop system with dozens of items available offers you infinite possibility; An AI based auto dodging system benefits beginners.
Why similar: Indie 100%
- #23 Rock Star Life Simulator
79% matchVery Positive86% of 536 reviews2025
Dev: HOGO Games
Windows
Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Rock Star Life Simulator is an extensive fame simulation game. Start this adventure by playing the guitar on the street, form your own band. Protect the fame, money, and charisma you earned with the right decisions and become a world star!
Why similar: Indie 100%
- #24 StepX
82% matchMostly Positive79% of 95 reviews2017
Dev: LillyWelland inc.Pub: Bitlock Studio
Windows
Median: 12 minMean: 5.6 hrs≥1hr: 35%
The most popular music game is now available on steam. The easiest way to realize your musical ideas is with just a few mouse clicks. In front of you is a panel with notes with different musical instruments. You can adjust the tempo, volume, tonality. You can import and export your creations.
Why similar: Simulation 51.3%, Casual 27.1%, Indie 21.7%
- #25 Pastel☆Parade
77% matchVery Positive93% of 223 reviews2025
Dev: Pastel Parade ProjectPub: room6
Windows · Mac · Linux
Pastel☆Parade is an exhilarating rhythm game with easy controls! Get into the rhythm with cute, poppy music!
Why similar: Casual 62.6%, Indie 37.4%
- #26 MuseSwipr
78% matchVery Positive86% of 685 reviews2022
Dev: Kartsu
Windows
A rhythm game where you swipe between two lanes to the beat. Form your own flow and unleash your greatest swiping performance.
Why similar: Casual 62.4%, Indie 37.6%
- #27 Rock God Tycoon
80% matchMostly Positive72% of 315 reviews2017
Dev: Fern NigroPub: EmberWulf
Windows · Linux
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Create, manage, and guide your very own band to success!
Why similar: Simulation 48.7%, Casual 31.6%, Indie 19.7%
- #28 Idol Party 2 - Love Vibe
76% matchMixed67% of 354 reviews2025
Dev: LONGYOU TECHNOLOGY PTE.LTD.
Windows
Step into a dreamy journey in Idol Party 2! Enjoy rhythm gameplay, fashion dress-up, face customization, social interaction, romantic marriage, fishing, and ranked battles—all in one vibrant world. Join now and start your exclusive singing and dancing adventur!
Why similar: Casual 100%
- #29 GUNVOLT RECORDS Cychronicle
77% matchMostly Positive75% of 106 reviews2024
Dev: INTI CREATES CO., LTD.
Windows
A new rhythm music game starring the songstresses of the Azure Striker Gunvolt series, Lumen, Lola, and Luxia singing 15 different songs. Follow the notes to the pounding beat and aim for a top score in this electrifying rhythm game!
Why similar: Casual 100%
- #30 Pulsen
79% matchMostly Positive80% of 64 reviews2015
Dev: 4-Panel Footprint
Windows
Pulsen is a music and rhythm game where you listen to music and move along to the beat. Can you master your timing and groove through the expansive song list and challenging patterns? Hit arrows to the beat of the music, the better your accuracy the better your score!
Why similar: Simulation 60.3%, Casual 39.7%
- #31 Maestro
74% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 523 reviews2024
Dev: Double Jack
Windows
Median: 1.7 hrsMean: 2.4 hrs≥1hr: 72%
Maestro is a unique VR rhythm game where you conduct a symphonic orchestra using just your hands. Every gesture matters, your hands are precisely tracked to keep the tempo, cue the instruments, and shape the music in real time. The music is yours to direct, not to follow.
Why similar: Simulation 56.2%, Casual 30.4%, Indie 13.4%
- #32 Spin Rhythm XD
74% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 4,182 reviews2023
Dev: Super Spin Digital
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 37.2 hrs≥1hr: 66%
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: Casual 55.7%, Indie 44.3%
- #33 MUSYNX:RETURN
73% matchMostly Positive78% of 321 reviews2026
Dev: I-InfernoPub: Wave Games
Windows
The beloved indie rhythm game “MUSYNX” returns! Back to classic gameplay roots—bringing you a pure rhythm gaming experience!
Why similar: Simulation 52.4%, Casual 28.1%, Indie 19.5%
- #34 Electronauts - VR Music
75% matchVery Positive92% of 497 reviews2018
Dev: Survios
Windows · Mac
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 3.6 hrs≥1hr: 49%
Immerse yourself in an interactive sonic environment where you build, drop, and jam with your friends and top artists. Remix over 80 tracks and express yourself like never before. Electronauts sets the stage for you to DJ, perform, and make music magic in virtual reality.
Why similar: Casual 62.8%, Indie 37.2%
- #35 Live Rise!!: 4K Fever
71% matchVery Positive95% of 60 reviews2026
Dev: SAKUSORA
Windows · Mac · Linux
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: Casual 100%
- #36 Music Band Manager
76% matchMixed54% of 361 reviews2017
Dev: Hamsters Gaming
Windows
Median: 4.8 hrsMean: 6.2 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Always dreamed of creating your own music band? We will realize your dream! Record songs, release albums and manage group activities! With the advancement of the group, managers will help you, and you will also have to face more than one difficult choice. Compete for a place in the top 100! Conquer the whole world!
Why similar: Simulation 59.2%, Casual 20.8%, Indie 20%
- #37 Robo Maestro
71% matchVery Positive97% of 97 reviews2023
Dev: Joost van Dongen
Windows
Play with music like never before! Robo Maestro is a procedural music toy. Guide an endless stream of new music or make detailed tweaks in Editor Mode. Create songs, be inspired and share your creations. No music skills required, just have fun!
Why similar: Simulation 48.8%, Casual 28%, Indie 23.2%
- #38 Halo Beats!
73% matchVery Positive90% of 72 reviews2020
Dev: TJIS Record
Windows
＊これは、天使の輪っかの形をテーマにした音ゲーです ノーツが赤い判定線に重なったら、色に合わせてタップしましょう ハープちゃん達が天使の輪っかの輝きを、音楽の力を使って取り戻すストーリーが今始まろうとしてます…
Why similar: Indie 100%
- #39 Rhythm Destruction
75% matchMixed45% of 135 reviews2014
Dev: Curious Panda Games
Windows
Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 3.2 hrs≥1hr: 96%
Rhythm Destruction is a rhythm & shoot'em up that aims to combine the best of both genres. Blast and maneuver your way through perilous stages filled with numerous enemies, obstacles and unique boss encounters.
Why similar: Indie 50.4%, Casual 49.6%
- #40 Sixtar Gate: STARGAZER
69% matchVery Positive91% of 68 reviews2025
Dev: Starlike Inc.Pub: Smilegate
Windows
"Sixtar Gate: STARGAZER" is a spin-off of the popular rhythm game "Sixtar Gate: STARTRAIL." Play band-style arrangements of original songs through an intuitive 4-lane system that anyone can enjoy, and explore a new story.
Why similar: Casual 100%
- #41 Project Rhombus
71% matchVery Positive93% of 1,403 reviews2017
Dev: SEROSOOPub: PsychoFlux Entertainment
Windows
Median: 30 minMean: 3.0 hrs≥1hr: 39%
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: Casual 61.7%, Indie 38.3%
- #42 Beat Souls
72% matchMostly Positive77% of 79 reviews2021
Dev: Zoo Corporation
Windows
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: Casual 65.4%, Indie 34.6%
- #43 PuzzMiX
70% matchVery Positive93% of 86 reviews2024
Dev: INTI CREATES CO., LTD.
Windows
A fresh, exciting music puzzle game featuring The Muse, Lola! Contains 19 songs and 1 BGM track. Collide and mix Lola spheres together to help them evolve! The more they evolve, the greater the score!
Why similar: Casual 100%
- #44 RhythmStrike
67% matchVery Positive94% of 156 reviews2026
Dev: Aninoss
Windows · Linux
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: Casual 54.7%, Indie 45.3%
- #45 DEFLATE
67% matchVery Positive93% of 169 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: Casual 60.7%, Indie 39.3%
- #46 KAMITSUBAKI CITY ENSEMBLE
68% matchMostly Positive70% of 1,384 reviews2024
Dev: KAMITSUBAKI STUDIO
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 19.5 hrs≥1hr: 79%
"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: Casual 72.7%, Indie 27.3%
- #47 Music Wars Empire
73% matchMixed46% of 179 reviews2016
Dev: Antuan JohnsonPub: Music Wars
Windows
Take the role of a manager or CEO of a record label, and try to make your mark on the music industry!
Why similar: Simulation 70.3%, Indie 29.7%
- #48 Taiko no Tatsujin: Rhythm Festival
67% matchVery Positive85% of 1,483 reviews2024
Dev: Bandai Namco Amusement Lab Inc.Pub: Bandai Namco Entertainment Inc.
Windows
Median: 5.5 hrsMean: 12.3 hrs≥1hr: 91%
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: Casual 100%
- #49 Music Inside: A VR Rhythm Game
72% matchMixed70% of 53 reviews2016
Dev: Music Inside
Windows
The best VR rhythm game compatible with HTC Vive and Oculus Touch! Music Inside! You can choose any song from either your own music library or the never-ending list on SoundCloud. With multiplayer mode, you can play with your friends next door or with any users anywhere.
Why similar: Casual 54.4%, Indie 45.6%
- #50 Dream Rhythm
68% matchVery Positive91% of 65 reviews2024
Dev: Naku Kinoko
Windows
"Dream Rhythm" is an addictive rhythm game. Simple operation, beautiful songs, bring you a dreamy flow experience.
Why similar: Casual 82.7%, Indie 17.3%
- #51 Invector: Rhythm Galaxy
68% matchMostly Positive79% of 105 reviews2023
Dev: Hello There GamesPub: Warner Music Group
Windows
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: Casual 76.3%, Indie 23.7%
- #52 Beats Fever
70% matchMostly Positive73% of 73 reviews2017
Dev: Arrowiz
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 808.8 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Beats Fever is a VR rhythm game set in stylish and charming world stages, where players enjoy cool music and catch incoming notes.
Why similar: Casual 53.4%, Indie 46.6%
- #53 Chill Town
67% matchMixed67% of 233 reviews2025
Dev: Low-Hi Tech
Windows
A unique blend of a Soothing Simulation and an Idle Game with Music, Decoration, Fishing, Cooking, Farming and more...
Why similar: Simulation 76.5%, Indie 23.5%
- #54 PolyDome
69% matchVery Positive89% of 54 reviews2016
Dev: Plan8
Windows
Step into the Polydome, a musical environment that changes and progresses when you interact with it.
Why similar: Simulation 66%, Casual 34%
- #55 AVICII Invector
64% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 3,374 reviews2019
Dev: Hello There Games
Windows
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 8.2 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Soar through vocal melodies, sweep each fade and attack every beat in 25 of AVICII’s biggest hits, in this enthralling futuristic rhythm-action experience – AVICII Invector.
Why similar: Casual 56.5%, Indie 43.5%
- #56 HoloCall - Send Your Cheers!
65% matchVery Positive83% of 84 reviews2025
Dev: Wei Hsu
Windows
A rhythm music game where you press buttons while doing fan calls. Show your support for your favorite hololive idols by cheering with your voice!
Why similar: Casual 70.4%, Indie 29.6%
