- #1 Ghostrunner
97% matchVery Positive91% of 66,937 reviews2020
Dev: One More LevelPub: 505 Games
Windows
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 17.6 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Ghostrunner offers a unique single-player experience: fast-paced, violent combat, and an original setting that blends science fiction with post-apocalyptic themes. It tells the story of a world that has already ended and its inhabitants who fight to survive.
Why similar: Fast-Paced 22.8%, Swordplay 16.3%, Cyberpunk 15.5%, Hack and Slash 11.6%, Difficult 9%
- #2 Rhythm Fighter
96% matchVery Positive80% of 457 reviews2020
Dev: echo gamesPub: Coconut Island Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 4.8 hrs≥1hr: 54%
This is a Roguelike Horizontal Action game that players need to follow the beat to defeat opponents. Beat to follow, fist to the bone. Face the foe, and dance to kill!
Why similar: Rhythm 57.2%, Music 19.7%, Difficult 11.6%, Action 6.7%, Adventure 4%
- #3 TERRORHYTHM (TRRT) - Rhythm driven action beat 'em up!
96% matchMostly Positive72% of 82 reviews2018
Dev: EvilCoGames
Windows · Mac
Median: 24 minMean: 2.7 hrs≥1hr: 27%
TERRORHYTHM - the music powered beat 'em up game. Follow the rhythm of music to defeat the security systems that keep any sound from the society. Upload your own MP3 collection and battle through your favourite tracks!
Why similar: Rhythm 33.1%, Fast-Paced 13.1%, Music 11.5%, Beat 'em up 11%, Cyberpunk 9.9%
- #4 Klang 2
95% matchVery Positive98% of 64 reviews2021
Dev: Tinimations
Windows
Klang 2 is a psychedelic rhythm-action game, blindly pursuing full immersion with dance music through high-speed combat.
Why similar: Rhythm 53.1%, Music 18.1%, Fast-Paced 10.8%, Psychedelic 5.7%, Action 5.6%
- #5 Ghostrunner 2
94% matchMostly Positive80% of 11,626 reviews2023
Dev: One More LevelPub: 505 Games
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 11.5 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Blood will run in Ghostrunner 2, a hardcore FPP slasher set in a post-apocalyptic cyberpunk future. Become the ultimate cyber ninja and prepare for epic boss fights, improved skills, an interactive story, new game modes, and captivating synthwave soundtrack.
Why similar: Runner 17.3%, Fast-Paced 15.7%, Swordplay 12.2%, Hack and Slash 11.3%, Cyberpunk 11%
- #6 CYBRID
93% matchVery Positive92% of 170 reviews2021
Dev: Tom ReasonPub: SHADA GAMES
Windows
CYBRID is the action-rhythm VR of the Cyber Future! Swords and Pistols are in your hands. Slash and Shoot! Don't let this stop you! Run, dodge, and jump among the neon lights of the city to a powerful soundtrack!
Why similar: Rhythm 44.7%, Swordplay 15.5%, Hack and Slash 14.5%, Cyberpunk 14.3%, First-Person 5.3%
- #7 Klang
94% matchMostly Positive71% of 129 reviews2016
Dev: TinimationsPub: Snow Cannon Games
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Klang is an innovative take on traditional rhythm games that pushes the genre beyond pressing buttons to tempo into a world of fast-paced exploration, platforming and combat.
Why similar: Rhythm 44.5%, Fast-Paced 21.4%, Music 14.1%, Difficult 9.4%, Action 4.8%
- #8 BPM: BULLETS PER MINUTE
91% matchVery Positive90% of 11,430 reviews2020
Dev: Awe Interactive
Windows
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 8.8 hrs≥1hr: 66%
BPM is a rhythm-action FPS rogue-like where you must shoot, jump and dodge to the beat of an epic rock soundtrack. Delve into a randomly generated dungeon where one missed note can lead to your death. Gain game-changing abilities and loot powerful weaponry to defeat your ancient enemy: Nidhogg.
Why similar: Rhythm 67.2%, Music 9.9%, Fast-Paced 6.2%, Action 6.2%, Difficult 5.4%
- #9 Overpass
92% matchVery Positive91% of 130 reviews2019
Dev: Studio Bean
Windows
A rhythm adventure from a new perspective. Drive and drift to the beat on a futuristic road trip through the music, where the skyline is always in sync.
Why similar: Rhythm 44.2%, Fast-Paced 20.7%, Music 14.8%, Difficult 8%, First-Person 4.6%
- #10 Furi
91% matchVery Positive90% of 14,080 reviews2016
Dev: The Game Bakers
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 6.1 hrs≥1hr: 83%
The jailer is the key, kill him and you’ll be free. Fight your way free in this ultra-responsive, fast-paced sword-fighting and dual-stick shooting game.
Why similar: Fast-Paced 25.8%, Hack and Slash 20.1%, Beat 'em up 17.7%, Cyberpunk 17.2%, Difficult 12.5%
- #11 GRIDbeat!
89% matchVery Positive99% of 107 reviews2026
Dev: Ridiculous GamesPub: Acclaim, Inc.
Windows
Dungeons! Danger! Rhythm Action! You just hacked into the biggest corporation in the world and stole an unfeasibly valuable amount of data, but getting in was the easy part. To get back out you’ll need to explore the Mainframe, solve puzzles, battle security programs… and do it all on the beat!
Why similar: Rhythm 52%, Music 17.1%, Cyberpunk 13.5%, Difficult 9%, Action 5.1%
- #12 Thumper
90% matchVery Positive92% of 4,421 reviews2016
Dev: Drool
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 23.9 hrs≥1hr: 76%
Thumper is rhythm violence: classic rhythm-action, blistering speed, and brutal physicality. You are a space beetle. Brave the hellish void and confront a maniacal giant head from the future.
Why similar: Rhythm 56%, Fast-Paced 12.6%, Music 11.3%, Psychedelic 8.1%, Difficult 7.4%
- #13 Katana ZERO
88% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 76,196 reviews2019
Dev: AskiisoftPub: Devolver Digital
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 9.5 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Katana ZERO is a stylish neo-noir, action-platformer featuring breakneck action and instant-death combat. Slash, dash, and manipulate time to unravel your past in a beautifully brutal acrobatic display.
Why similar: Fast-Paced 26.1%, Cyberpunk 23.2%, Hack and Slash 20%, Difficult 10.6%, Action 9.8%
- #14 Synth Riders
89% matchVery Positive92% of 1,675 reviews2019
Dev: Kluge Interactive
Windows
Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 7.9 hrs≥1hr: 60%
Let the music move you as you catch notes, ride the rails, and dodge obstacles in a unique combination of freestyle dancing and fitness workout! Play on PC VR and Steam Frame.
Why similar: Rhythm 41.1%, Fast-Paced 13.9%, Music 13.8%, Swordplay 13.2%, Cyberpunk 8.4%
- #15 Dead as Disco
86% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 14,294 reviews2026
Dev: Brain Jar Games, Inc.
Windows
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 7.6 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Martial arts meets music video in Dead as Disco, a neon-drenched Beat ‘Em Up where every punch, kick, and combo syncs to the music. Join Charlie Disco on a quest to confront the villainous Idols and reunite the band.
Why similar: Rhythm 42.4%, Hack and Slash 14.2%, Music 14.1%, Beat 'em up 13.6%, Cyberpunk 11.6%
- #16 Beat Saber
87% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 76,342 reviews2019
Dev: Beat Games
Windows
Median: 11.4 hrsMean: 38.0 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Slash the beats, get moving, and experience the world's most popular VR rhythm game!* Duck, dodge, and flow through 300+ handcrafted songs from artists like Coldplay, Imagine Dragons, and Metallica. Play solo, compete online, or pass the headset at your next party. Jump in with 60+ songs included!
Why similar: Rhythm 46.6%, Music 15.2%, Fast-Paced 13.9%, Swordplay 11.5%, Difficult 6%
- #17 Metal: Hellsinger
86% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 17,057 reviews2022
Dev: The OutsidersPub: Funcom
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 7.6 hrs≥1hr: 74%
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 62.3%, Music 19.1%, First-Person 5.8%, Action 5.7%, Combat 3.2%
- #18 Bloodthief
84% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 1,092 reviews2025
Dev: Blargis
Windows · Linux
Median: 1.3 hrsMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 59%
Bloodthief is an ultra-fast melee dungeon-runner where you use momentum to parkour through hazardous dungeons and brutally slash through enemies. Speed-run through haunted crypts and castles and learn what dark secrets lie beneath.
Why similar: Runner 25.1%, Fast-Paced 23.6%, Hack and Slash 16.5%, Swordplay 14.1%, Difficult 8.8%
- #19 RAGER
84% matchVery Positive98% of 52 reviews2026
Dev: Insane PreyPub: Impact Inked
Windows
RAGER is the music-action brawler that throws you into epic battles where you fight like a true warrior. Set in a dark, digital realm that builds itself around you, each world emerges from the void to test your skill and dissolves once the battle is won.
Why similar: Rhythm 38.6%, Hack and Slash 13%, Beat 'em up 13%, Fast-Paced 12.5%, Cyberpunk 9.4%
- #20 AGAINST
85% matchMostly Positive71% of 317 reviews2025
Dev: Joy Way
Windows
AGAINST is a combat rhythm VR game that will immerse you in a dark comics story. Follow the beat to shoot and slice your way through evil henchmen of Dr. Vice. Empowering music is your only way out from these crime-ridden streets.
Why similar: Rhythm 51.9%, Fast-Paced 22%, Music 19.2%, Action 6.2%, Singleplayer 0.7%
- #21 Tokyo Underground Killer
83% matchVery Positive89% of 119 reviews2025
Dev: Phoenix Game ProductionsPub: 3DM Games
Windows
Dive into the neon-drenched deep underground of Tokyo as Kobayashi, a deadly assassin who harnesses the power of blood energy. Use your sword, mystical abilities and powerful weapons to assassinate highly dangerous maniacs and stop the invasion of the brutal Flatliners terrorizing Tokyo.
Why similar: Rhythm 53.7%, Cyberpunk 17.4%, Psychedelic 9%, Action 6.4%, First-Person 6.3%
- #22 CYBERMATRIX
82% matchVery Positive90% of 141 reviews2026
Dev: Tim Murich
Windows
CYBERMATRIX is a fast paced game about movement. A place where the style of your moves really matters.
Why similar: Rhythm 66.8%, Cyberpunk 15%, Action 8.7%, First-Person 7.3%, Combat 2%
- #23 ROBOBEAT
82% matchVery Positive94% of 1,848 reviews2024
Dev: Simon FredholmPub: Kwalee
Windows
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 75%
Keep your trigger finger on the pulse! In rhythm shooter ROBOBEAT, you'll play as Ace - a bounty hunter on a mission to capture robot-gone-rogue Frazzer in his ever-shifting lair. Wall run, slide, and shoot to your own beat using the in-game custom music editor, blasting through Frazzer's armies!
Why similar: Rhythm 51.9%, Music 17.9%, Psychedelic 11.1%, First-Person 6%, Action 5.5%
- #24 Hi-Fi RUSH
81% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 35,991 reviews2023
Dev: Tango GameworksPub: KRAFTON, Inc.
Windows
Median: 5.0 hrsMean: 9.5 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Test your abilities in two new game modes, uncover new rewards and even a few secrets in the Arcade Challenge! Update! Feel the beat as wannabe rockstar Chai and his ragtag team fight against an evil megacorp in a world that syncs to the music.
Why similar: Rhythm 55.5%, Hack and Slash 15.2%, Music 9.6%, Beat 'em up 6%, Action 5.2%
- #25 Until You Fall
81% matchVery Positive94% of 3,315 reviews2020
Dev: Schell Games
Windows
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 67%
Fantasy and synthwave collide in this physically active VR sword fighting game. Grow stronger as you battle through an awesome neon environment and strike down magic-infused monstrosities in this hack-and-slash roguelite. Fight. Fall. Rise Again.
Why similar: Swordplay 31.3%, Hack and Slash 25.2%, Fast-Paced 11.2%, Fighting 10% ★, First-Person 7.5%
- #26 ULTRAKILL
78% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 245,162 reviews2020
Dev: Arsi "Hakita" PatalaPub: New Blood Interactive
Windows
Median: 6.9 hrsMean: 33.5 hrs≥1hr: 84%
ULTRAKILL is a fast-paced ultra-violent retro FPS that combines the skill-based style scoring of character action games with the unadulterated carnage inspired by the best shooters of the '90s. Rip apart your foes with varied destructive weaponry and shower in their blood to regain your health.
Why similar: Fast-Paced 67.9%, Difficult 15.8%, First-Person 8.4%, Action 6.7%, Singleplayer 1.3%
- #27 Fresh Tracks
78% matchVery Positive96% of 70 reviews2025
Dev: Buffalo Buffalo
Windows · Linux
Jump, dodge, and fight to the rhythm of the gods in this thrilling music-action game on skis. Take on obstacles and menacing enemies as you ski further into the darkness that has befallen the snow-covered land of Norwyn.
Why similar: Rhythm 42.7%, Runner 17.2%, Swordplay 15.5%, Music 13.8%, First-Person 4%
- #28 Neonscape
80% matchMostly Positive77% of 122 reviews2023
Dev: Kaitec GamesPub: Orbis Productions
Windows
Embrace Onyx, the master of the Black Lotus, in intense first-person hack n' slash combat. Maneuver compact battlegrounds, unleash spatial manipulation, and showcase unmatched agility. How long can you survive the relentless waves? Brace for an adrenaline-pumping test of mettle!
Why similar: Hack and Slash 30.1%, Cyberpunk 20.1%, Beat 'em up 16.1%, Action 15.9%, First-Person 11.3%
- #29 Beat Slayer
77% matchVery Positive93% of 127 reviews2024
Dev: ByteRockers' Games
Windows
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 3.2 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Beat Slayer is a roguelite hack n’ slay game like no other. Instead of just being in the background the music takes centre stage. Join Mia, a badass music lover and crafty tinkerer, as she battles hordes of robots in a dystopian 90s inspired Berlin. There’s only one rule: Stay on beat!
Why similar: Rhythm 51.2%, Music 17.5%, Hack and Slash 17.4%, Action 5.5%, Action-Adventure 4.1%
- #30 GUN JAM
79% matchMixed54% of 72 reviews2023
Dev: Jaw DropPub: Raw Fury
Windows
Gun Jam is a rhythm-action FPS where you must shoot, dash and kick to the beat to survive. It features a unique beat-pattern shooting mechanic, a multi-genre OST, custom music and firefights with hordes of enemies in a vibrant world.
Why similar: Rhythm 50.1%, Fast-Paced 19.1%, Music 16.6%, First-Person 5.5%, Action 5.3%
- #31 KILLBUG
76% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 552 reviews2023
Dev: Samurai PunkPub: Neon Doctrine
Windows
Median: 30 minMean: 2.2 hrs≥1hr: 34%
KILLBUG is a fast-paced, first-person movement shooter set in an endless arena. Slash and shoot your way through hordes of ravenous insects, mastering fluid aerial movement mechanics as you fight for glory on the leaderboards.
Why similar: Fast-Paced 40.9%, Difficult 26.5%, Action 13.5%, First-Person 12.4%, Combat 5.3%
- #32 BEAT 'EM DOWN
79% matchMixed52% of 58 reviews2021
Dev: Ambitious Games
Windows
Beat 'Em Down is a First Person Shooter rhythm game where you shoot and play to the rhythm of the music. Select your song and upgrade your weapon through challenges by killing enemies. Are you ready? Beat them down!
Why similar: Rhythm 80.2%, Action 9.3%, First-Person 7.9%, Combat 2%, Singleplayer 0.5%
- #33 Kill The Music
74% matchVery Positive94% of 117 reviews2025
Dev: Nikko Nikko
Windows
Median: 4.9 hrsMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Kill The Music is a Rhythm Action Roguelite about defeating hordes of enemies with musical instruments.
Why similar: Rhythm 68.8%, Music 22%, Action 6.4%, Combat 2.8%
- #34 ACIIIIIIIIIIIIIIID
77% matchMostly Positive78% of 50 reviews2021
Dev: deadworld games
Windows
ACIIIIIIIIIIIIIIID is a a fast-paced arcade game with bullet-hell elements.
Why similar: Rhythm 40.8%, Fast-Paced 24.6%, Cyberpunk 10.3%, Difficult 7.8%, Action 6.1%
- #35 Skybolt Zack
76% matchVery Positive92% of 107 reviews2019
Dev: ISARTPub: TyGAMES
Windows
Skybolt Zack is a brand new fast-paced arcade gaming experience! With his Rocket Punches Zack leaps from enemy to enemy, destroying anything standing in his way! Match the colour of the enemies with the buttons on the gamepad to rid the world of Dr Kaz’s robot army!
Why similar: Rhythm 41.5%, Runner 22.7%, Fast-Paced 19.2%, Difficult 9%, Action 3.9%
- #36 Metal: Hellsinger VR
75% matchMixed67% of 132 reviews2024
Dev: Lab42Pub: Funcom
Windows
Median: 30 minMean: 1.0 hrs≥1hr: 22%
Slay to the beat as the award-winning score of Metal: Hellsinger VR thunders through your body. Experience the smash-hit rhythm FPS like never before and enter a state of unparallelled flow. Show the Hells the meaning of metal.
Why similar: Rhythm 78.1%, First-Person 6.7%, Action-Adventure 6.2%, Action 5.8%, Adventure 1.7%
- #37 Pixel Samurai
75% matchVery Positive90% of 131 reviews2022
Dev: ArtofKingsgame
Windows
A journey of a lost samurai. Encounter five samurai and challenge them to a duel. Unleash your katana strike and deflect incoming attacks. Fight for honor or die with shame.
Why similar: Rhythm 34.1%, Swordplay 28.4%, Difficult 19.7%, Action-Adventure 6.8%, Action 6.4%
- #38 Rhythm Witch: Beat Death
72% matchVery Positive94% of 589 reviews2025
Dev: Dusklight CO., LTD.
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Rhythm Witch: Beat Death is a game that melds rhythm and survival. Attack to the rhythm of the music while dodging monsters who move and attack to the beat. On your journey to eternal beauty, defeat dancing freaks, ghouls, dragon, and more!
Why similar: Rhythm 88.2%, Action 7.7%, Combat 3.3%, Singleplayer 0.7%
- #39 Temp Zero
72% matchVery Positive95% of 172 reviews2022
Dev: Alexandre Kadri
Windows
Temp Zero is a minimalist roguelike which mixes intense action and musical bullet hell. Fight enemies which attack to the beat, choose perks, defeat the final boss, unlock new weapons, spells & soundtracks!
Why similar: Rhythm 53.2%, Music 18.3%, Hack and Slash 13.4%, Difficult 8.9%, Action 5.4%
- #40 Runner3
74% matchMostly Positive75% of 301 reviews2018
Dev: Choice Provisions
Windows · Mac
Median: 6.0 hrsMean: 7.2 hrs≥1hr: 90%
CommanderVideo returns in Runner3's heart-pounding saga! Conquer villainous villains, drive wild vehicles, and navigate thrilling environments. Meet quirky characters and face retro challenges for an adrenaline-soaked rhythm-music platformer adventure!
Why similar: Rhythm 45.5%, Runner 23.4%, Music 14.7%, Difficult 8.3%, Action 5.5%
- #41 BRUTAL KATANA
70% matchVery Positive96% of 80 reviews2024
Dev: Jonathan Fasth
Windows
Slice meat statues in half as quickly as possible. An easy to learn but hard to master game with satisfying parkour movement and combat.
Why similar: Fast-Paced 55.5%, First-Person 18.1%, Action 15.1%, Combat 9.1%, Singleplayer 2.1%
- #42 Beat Souls
73% 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: Rhythm 57.1%, Music 19.9%, Cyberpunk 15.9%, Action 6.5%, Singleplayer 0.6%
- #43 DESYNC
73% matchMostly Positive80% of 501 reviews2017
Dev: The Foregone SyndicatePub: Adult Swim Games
Windows
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 77%
DESYNC is an intense single-player first person action game that begs you to play dangerously and creatively. Eliminate your opponents as you perform violent attack sequences using the explosive digital weaponry and lethal side-arms at your disposal.
Why similar: Action 32.2%, Difficult 20.1%, Cyberpunk 19.5%, Fast-Paced 15.3%, First-Person 12.9%
- #44 Cyberdrome
71% matchVery Positive88% of 232 reviews2019
Dev: Team EntropyPub: SMU Guildhall
Windows
Fight through the battles like a ninja god in a first-person, cyberpunk-style and melee-heavy arcade arena world.
Why similar: Cyberpunk 44.7%, Action 34.8%, Adventure 20.5%
- #45 Intralism
70% matchVery Positive86% of 4,876 reviews2016
Dev: KHB-Soft
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 34.8 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: Rhythm 52.3%, Music 28.4%, Fast-Paced 11.7%, Difficult 5.7%, Action 1.9%
- #46 Ninja Issen (忍者一閃)
69% matchVery Positive92% of 84 reviews2023
Dev: ASTEROID-JPub: CFK Co., Ltd.
Windows
With its cyberpunk city brought to life with retro graphics, Ninja Issen invites players into a world filled with "hyper ninja action" as they work alone to annihilate waves of enemy troops using a variety of ninja skills and fight bosses coming at you with relentless, diverse attack patterns.
Why similar: Cyberpunk 28.8%, Ninja 25.7% ★, Hack and Slash 15.2%, Fast-Paced 14%, Action 12.8%
- #47 Aaero
71% matchVery Positive82% of 1,056 reviews2017
Dev: Mad FellowsPub: Wired Productions
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 13.4 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Trace ribbons of light to release the energy in the music as you speed through stylised alien worlds. Battle strange enemies and fight epic boss battles all driven by an incredible licensed soundtrack.
Why similar: Rhythm 66.8%, Music 23.5%, Action 9.7%
- #48 Pistol Whip
69% matchVery Positive94% of 4,120 reviews2019
Dev: Cloudhead Games Ltd.
Windows
Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 63%
Enter: the ultimate action hero. Pistol Whip is a physical action-rhythm game where film-inspired gunplay and blood-pumping beats collide. Blast, duck and dodge your way through fever dream Scenes, build unique rhythms in a ballet of bullets and claim glory on the leaderboards. Includes mod support!
Why similar: Rhythm 57.1%, Music 17.2%, Cyberpunk 13%, Action 6.3%, First-Person 5.6%
- #49 Agent in Depth
69% matchVery Positive83% of 186 reviews2024
Dev: Naturepixel StudiosPub: Next in Game
Windows · Mac · Linux
Agent in Depth is a daring action-platformer featuring fast-paced action and instant-death combat. You’ll run, jump, aim, and deflect bullets with your katana to blow up your enemies. No checkpoints, no upgrades: just pure skills. Deflect, die, learn, repeat. Be better, be faster.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 20.6%, Beat 'em up 19.3%, Cyberpunk 19.3%, Ninja 17.7% ★, Difficult 14.9%
- #50 BIT.TRIP CORE
73% matchMixed59% of 156 reviews2012
Dev: Gaijin Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 1.3 hrsMean: 3.1 hrs≥1hr: 64%
Takes the player into unfamiliar territory as they use NES-style controls to blast their way through the barrage of Beats in this rhythm-music adventure.
Why similar: Rhythm 72.6%, Music 16.6%, Action 10.8%
- #51 Project Rhombus
70% matchVery Positive93% of 1,403 reviews2017
Dev: SEROSOOPub: PsychoFlux Entertainment
Windows
Median: 30 minMean: 3.1 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: Rhythm 56.2%, Music 14.2%, Difficult 12.1%, Fast-Paced 11.5%, Action 5.3%
- #52 Beats Warrior: Nian
71% matchVery Positive83% of 52 reviews2019
Dev: Liujiajun
Windows
"Beats Warrior: Nian" is a strange rhythm action adventure game. The story tells that Nian and Bao never miss the adventure! Nian will use special beat combat techniques to defeat creatures and bosses in several worlds.
Why similar: Rhythm 55.1%, Action 13.9%, Music 13.9%, Difficult 8.7%, Action-Adventure 4.5%
- #53 Furi Demake - The Chain
67% matchVery Positive89% of 460 reviews2023
Dev: SylphPub: The Game Bakers
Windows
Median: 18 minMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 24%
Fight your way free in this 8-bit-inspired version of Furi's first boss fight against The Chain. Frantic action, nervous controls, a blend of shoot and sword fight reimagined in 90s style. Only 1 boss fight! A gift to Furi’s fans.
Why similar: Fast-Paced 23.3%, Hack and Slash 20.2%, Beat 'em up 15.2%, Difficult 13.2%, Cyberpunk 13%
- #54 Beat Blast
68% matchVery Positive89% of 421 reviews2021
Dev: Woolly Walrus Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 72%
Create musical beats that kill. Beat Blast is a music maker, bullet hell, dungeon crawler, roguelite. Battle through dungeons and defeat big bosses. Collect weapons, passives and musical instruments!
Why similar: Rhythm 52.7%, Music 24.7%, Difficult 15.4%, Action 6.2%, Singleplayer 1%
- #55 Hailing from the Abyss
68% matchMostly Positive73% of 91 reviews2024
Dev: Jiwoo LeePub: Next in Game
Windows
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 58.7%, Music 20.1%, Cyberpunk 10.3%, Action 6.2%, Adventure 3.9%
- #56 Krimson
66% matchVery Positive98% of 132 reviews2024
Dev: CryingPsychoPub: PM Studios, inc.
Windows
Krimson is a challenging gritty rhythm platformer featuring heavy electronic metal music. You're an unknown spawn going through a hellish world as it moves rhythmically to the music. One wrong move means death but the checkpoints are often and death is very short.
Why similar: Rhythm 73%, Psychedelic 15.2%, Action 7.3%, Adventure 4.6%
- #57 STEAMRUSH
68% matchMostly Positive70% of 220 reviews2024
Dev: Team Sleeping GiantPub: AIV - Accademia Italiana Videogiochi
Windows
STEAMRUSH is a third-person Boss Rush game featuring fast-paced melee combat against unique bosses, punctuated by exploration segments that gradually unveil the captivating story of the isolated city-state of Haze.
Why similar: Swordplay 40.3%, Hack and Slash 35.7%, Action 10.7%, Action-Adventure 8.7%, Adventure 3.5%
- #58 Hextech Mayhem: A League of Legends Story™
67% matchMostly Positive80% of 2,349 reviews2021
Dev: Choice ProvisionsPub: Riot Forge
Windows
Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 66%
In this fast-paced rhythm runner, every action has an explosive reaction and no amount of mayhem is too much. Take on the role of Hexplosives expert Ziggs as you rampage through the neighborhoods of Piltover!
Why similar: Rhythm 46.2%, Runner 24.3%, Music 17.7%, Difficult 6.9%, Action 4.1%
- #59 Neon White
64% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 20,902 reviews2022
Dev: Angel MatrixPub: Annapurna Interactive
Windows
Median: 5.9 hrsMean: 20.8 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Neon White is a single-player speedrunning FPS where you can sacrifice your guns for godlike parkour moves.
Why similar: Fast-Paced 61%, Action 13.2%, First-Person 11.8%, Adventure 6.6%, Combat 5.7%
- #60 Oblivion Override
65% matchVery Positive91% of 2,055 reviews2024
Dev: Humble MillPub: XD
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 12.2 hrs≥1hr: 73%
An intense, hardcore action side-scroller. Maneuver as a ninja killerbot through dynamic wastelands with 26+ specialized weapons. Dodge, dash, and dominate. A homage to Metroidvania and Roguelike: customize atomic evolution, breach intricate alert levels to decrypt the Oblivion Code...
Why similar: Hack and Slash 42.2%, Ninja 28.8% ★, Action 11.1%, Cyberpunk 10.1%, Adventure 4.2%