Games Like Rocksmith® 2014 Edition REMASTERED LEARN & PLAY

RS+ is a music learning subscription platform. Practice guitar, piano, and bass at your own pace with an expanding song library and customizable learning tools that automatically adapt to your skill level.

Why similar: Music 27%, Rock Music 18.2% ★, Rhythm 18%, Education 13.6%, Software 9.5% ★

Why You'll Like It: It is the official follow-up built around plugging in a real guitar or bass, learning songs, and using structured practice tools much like Rocksmith 2014.

So much more than a VR drum kit. Learn to drum step by step, flex your skills with the built-in rhythm game, and build your own custom kit from a library of 60+ percussive instruments without the limitations of money or physical space. Fun, intuitive drumming for pros and newcomers alike!

Why similar: Music 46.9%, Rhythm 29.8%, Education 18%, Simulation 4%, Casual 0.9%

Why You'll Like It: Its realistic drum simulation, MIDI support, and practice-friendly features scratch the same "learn an instrument through software" itch.

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: Music 45.3%, Rhythm 40.3%, Moddable 9.4%, Family Friendly 3%, Casual 1.3%

Why You'll Like It: Beneath the comedy, it is still about following pitch and rhythm on an instrument-like interface in a way Rocksmith players often enjoy.

Play air guitar and write rock history in VR! Unplugged lets you rock out hard to some of the biggest rock songs, including The Offspring, Weezer & Ozzy Osbourne. Become a rock legend with Steel Panther’s Satchel as your mentor. Are you ready to ROCK?!

Why similar: Music 40%, Rock Music 29.1% ★, Rhythm 26.7%, Arcade 2.5%, Casual 1%

Why You'll Like It: Even without a physical guitar, its rock-song performance focus and fretboard-style hand play make it feel very close to a modern guitar game.

Drums Rock is an arcade drums game for VR, follow the rhythm of rock with your drums and smash the demons. Live a unique campaign: with different levels, challenges, songs and worlds. Drums Rock is an ideal game to feel like a rock hero, while destroying hordes of demons to the rhythm of rock!

Why similar: Music 35.4%, Rhythm 30.5%, Rock Music 28.8% ★, Arcade 1.9%, Simulation 1.8%

Why You'll Like It: It channels the same song-based rock practice loop into approachable drumming with a strong play-along feel.

DvDrum is a realistic, customizable Drum Simulator Software with high-quality Studio Sound. Build, Learn, Play your Virtual Drums in Real-Time using MIDI, Keyboard, Pedals, Pads, Drumkits. Expand content with your own or 3000 Steam Workshop items, including sounds, images, drumkits & Drumless Tracks

Why similar: Music 39.8%, Rhythm 26.4%, Education 14.3%, Software 9.8% ★, Simulation 4.1%

Why You'll Like It: This is another instrument-focused sim built around learning patterns and playing along rather than just hitting abstract notes.

Lead your viking ship to victory in this rhythm game! Pound your drums to the sound of epic music, from celtic rock to viking power metal, and set sail against your rivals. Solo, Split-Screen & Online PVP included.

Why similar: Music 36.5%, Rock Music 26.9% ★, Rhythm 25.6%, Local Multiplayer 3.9%, Multiplayer 2.9%

Why You'll Like It: Its percussion-on-the-beat gameplay and heavy rock soundtrack make it a natural fit if you like Rocksmith's performance energy.

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: Music 51.8%, Rhythm 38.8%, Multiplayer 3.6%, Arcade 3.4%, Casual 1.6%

Why You'll Like It: It captures a similar sense of musical precision and improvement through repeated runs, just on a controller-based interface.

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 61.4%, Rhythm 26.2%, Moddable 6.1%, Great Soundtrack 1.4%, Local Multiplayer 1.3%

Why You'll Like It: Its custom-music support and moddable, song-reactive design appeal to the same players who enjoy practicing inside a music-driven tool.

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 62.4%, Rhythm 27.9%, Addictive 3.8% ★, Local Co-Op 1.7%, Arcade 1.3%

Why You'll Like It: The original still delivers a satisfying way to interact directly with your music library, echoing Rocksmith's song-first appeal.

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: Music 46.2%, Rhythm 43.9%, Multiplayer 2.8%, Anime 2.6%, Arcade 2.5%

Why You'll Like It: If what you love most is mastering tracks through accuracy and repetition, this is one of Steam's best pure rhythm alternatives.

Beat Saber is a VR rhythm game where you slash the beats of adrenaline-pumping music as they fly towards you, surrounded by a futuristic world.

Why similar: Music 48.3%, Rhythm 35.6%, Moddable 10.1%, Multiplayer 2.6%, Anime 1.8%

Why You'll Like It: The huge song ecosystem and repetition-driven mastery loop make it a strong substitute for the "play a track, improve, repeat" side of Rocksmith.

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 51.4%, Rhythm 39.8%, Great Soundtrack 4.1%, Arcade 3.3%, Anime 1.1%

Why You'll Like It: This is a more arcade-style rhythm game, but its emphasis on reading patterns and locking into songs fits the same musical-performance mindset.

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 45.4%, Music 40.2%, Arcade 3.8%, Great Soundtrack 3.7%, Anime 3.4%

Why You'll Like It: It is more button-driven than instrument-like, but it offers the same satisfaction of learning song structure through repeated performance.

Let the music move you in Synth Riders, a dance-action VR rhythm game with custom song support and a thriving multiplayer community!

Why similar: Music 47%, Rhythm 33.5%, Moddable 9.9%, Multiplayer 3.6%, Arcade 2.6%

Why You'll Like It: Its smooth note flow, custom-song community, and steadily trainable skill curve mirror the satisfying practice rhythm Rocksmith fans like.

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 54.7%, Music 35.6%, Multiplayer 4.5%, Casual 3.2%, Singleplayer 1%

Why You'll Like It: Its drumming-based performance and broad song list make it a strong pick if you want a more playful instrument-adjacent rhythm game.

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: Music 44.4%, Rhythm 31%, Education 14.6%, Simulation 4.1%, Family Friendly 3.9%

Why You'll Like It: Conducting rather than guitar playing, it still shares Rocksmith's emphasis on musical performance, timing, and expressive control.

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: Music 60.9%, Rhythm 28.2%, Anime 3.5%, Arcade 2.4%, Great Soundtrack 1.7%

Why You'll Like It: Its clean note charts and straightforward song mastery make it a good fit for players who like Rocksmith's accessible practice loop.

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: Music 55.1%, Rhythm 35.3%, Casual 5.6%, Local Multiplayer 2.1%, Multiplayer 1.9%

Why You'll Like It: It delivers a polished track-by-track music flow that captures the relaxing but improvement-focused side of Rocksmith.

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: Music 45.4%, Rhythm 38.7%, Great Soundtrack 4.3%, Co-op 2.9%, Family Friendly 2.7%

Why You'll Like It: This is a pure timing challenge, but the exact rhythmic discipline it demands can appeal to players who enjoy practicing music mechanics.

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: Music 45.5%, Rhythm 32.3%, Local Co-Op 7.3%, Local Multiplayer 4.7%, Co-op 4.2%

Why You'll Like It: Its stripped-down presentation focuses hard on internalizing timing and musical structure, which overlaps with Rocksmith's skill-building side.

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: Music 64.1%, Rhythm 28.5%, Arcade 2.6%, Casual 2.5%, Multiplayer 2.4%

Why You'll Like It: It emphasizes hands-on music performance and improvisation in a way that appeals to players who like Rocksmith's "make music, don't just score points" angle.

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

Why similar: Music 39.7%, Rhythm 35.6%, Education 11.4%, Moddable 4.2%, Family Friendly 3.5%

Why You'll Like It: More playful and creative, but it shares the accessible music-software vibe of learning by directly interacting with layered sound.

Become a DJ: Learn to DJ on Pioneer DJ equipment. Join daily workshops. Connect with community. Level up your skills. Perform to the world. Start your FREE 7 DAY TRIAL today. Access all the premium content.

Why similar: Music 44.5%, Rhythm 26.2%, Education 20.4%, Simulation 4.3%, Multiplayer 3.1%

Why You'll Like It: It swaps guitar for DJ decks, yet the mix of tutorial systems, real-world musical skills, and software-like depth is very Rocksmith-adjacent.

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 96%, Casual 4%

Why You'll Like It: Its tactile, interactive approach to building and manipulating music echoes the software-meets-game appeal that makes Rocksmith stand out.

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

Why similar: Music 56%, Rhythm 35.7%, Great Soundtrack 3.8%, Anime 2.6%, Arcade 0.8%

Why You'll Like It: It is less instrument-like, but its easy-to-read note flow and song-first design make it a good lightweight rhythm fallback.

Klang 2 is a psychedelic rhythm-action game, blindly pursuing full immersion with dance music through high-speed combat.

Why similar: Music 56.8%, Rhythm 40%, Arcade 1.7%, Anime 1.1%, Singleplayer 0.4%

Why You'll Like It: Its fast, highly musical focus on keeping time with electronic tracks makes it a stylish long-tail pick for rhythm-centric Rocksmith fans.

Shred your guitar or smash your drum set like a rockstar! Play the original soundtrack in dynamic stages, progress through the campaign to get new skins, or customize your experience with custom songs, gameplay modifiers, and multiple control schemas!

Why similar: Music 39%, Rhythm 26.9%, Rock Music 26.3% ★, Simulation 3.5%, Arcade 3.1%

Made by and for skaters, the dual stick controls faithfully reproduce your feet on the skateboard for an ultra-realistic experience. Try out real-life iconic skate spots, customise your skater and equipment with items from the top brands

Why similar: Simulation 42.4%, Family Friendly 33.2%, Multiplayer 16.7%, Singleplayer 7.7%

Let's get the party started! Play solo or connect with your friends, pick a track, choose your instrument and start playing away. The fun never stops: Import your own tracks and prove that you and your buddies are not going down in history as the ultimate Disaster Band.

Why similar: Music 58.9%, Rhythm 36.9%, Multiplayer 2.1%, Casual 1.7%, Singleplayer 0.4%

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 66.5%, Rhythm 29.4%, Multiplayer 1.6%, Arcade 1.5%, Casual 0.5%

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: Music 51.8%, Rhythm 33.4%, Local Co-Op 5%, Simulation 3.6%, Anime 3%

Ultimate music game simulator

Why similar: Rhythm 71.9%, Simulation 9.5%, Arcade 6.9%, Casual 5.1%, Multiplayer 5.1%

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 63.5%, Education 32.3%, Casual 4.2%

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: Music 48.6%, Rhythm 45.9%, Great Soundtrack 2.6%, Multiplayer 1.4%, Casual 0.9%

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 57.3%, Rhythm 39.1%, Casual 3.7%

A free open-source circle-clicking rhythm game practice client for osu! beatmaps with Virtual Reality support. McOsu is developed separately from and has no direct affiliation with osu! or ppy Pty Ltd.

Why similar: Rhythm 47.9%, Music 45.7%, Anime 3%, Great Soundtrack 2.4%, Multiplayer 0.8%

Now you can own and operate your own auto repair service with PlayWay’s Car Mechanic Simulator 2014. Car Mechanic Simulator 2014 gives you the behind the scenes view of the daily dealings at local garages and dealership repair shops.

Why similar: Education 45.8%, Simulation 42.4%, Great Soundtrack 4.3%, Multiplayer 3.6%, Singleplayer 3.1%

[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: Music 54.1%, Rhythm 43.2%, Casual 1.8%, Singleplayer 0.9%

Build and expand your repair service empire in this incredibly detailed and highly realistic simulation game, where attention to car detail is astonishing. Find classic, unique cars in the new Barn Find module and Junkyard module. You can even add your self-made car in the Car Editor.

Why similar: Education 29.3%, Simulation 27.9%, Moddable 16.9%, Multiplayer 12.7%, Open World 4.3%

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: Music 55.2%, Rhythm 35.8%, Simulation 3.8%, Anime 3.2%, Casual 1.6%

Play the fully-remastered Tony Hawk’s™ Pro Skater™ & Tony Hawk’s™ Pro Skater™ 2 games in one epic collection, rebuilt from the ground up in incredible HD.

Why similar: Music 54.1%, Co-op 13.7%, Multiplayer 13.3%, Arcade 10.7%, Great Soundtrack 5.3%

Start a rock band & end the EDM empire in NO STRAIGHT ROADS, a rockin' action-adventure that mashes together rhythm-infused third-person combat with a kick-ass soundtrack!

Why similar: Music 36%, Rhythm 27.9%, Rock Music 27.1% ★, Local Co-Op 5.3%, Family Friendly 3.7%

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: Rhythm 33.7%, Music 32.1%, Rock Music 25.5% ★, Simulation 4.4%, Open World 3.5%

DrumBeats VR is a drumming music game for VR. Play on iconic drumkits and play in epic scenes! With your driving rhythm you become the backbone of every song you play. With a setlist of 21 songs and more on the way, you can play along to your favorite tunes and feel like you're part of the band

Why similar: Music 30.3%, Rhythm 26.2%, Rock Music 24.4% ★, Education 13.7%, Simulation 3%

Aimlabs is the aim trainer of choice for over 45 Million players, from beginners to esports pros. Our unique aim analysis optimizes your gameplay, targets your weaknesses & builds key skills for any FPS game! Time to warm up with our unlimited scenarios & rank up in-game!

Why similar: Education 43.6%, Software 33.5% ★, Co-op 10.6%, Simulation 9.6%, Casual 2.7%

A tactile music maker with endless freedom to play! Use gadgets, gizmos and funky melodic toys to piece together a hand-crafted music track. Share what you make! Unlock new instruments! ODDADA!

Why similar: Music 45.9%, Rhythm 29.5%, Education 18.5%, Family Friendly 4%, Casual 1.5%

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 62%, Rhythm 38%

Beat.School is an interactive DJ simulator that lets you gain the skills you need to succeed as a performing artist. Featuring photo-realistic versions of popular DJ gear, Beat.School let's you practice DJing right from the comfort of your own computer.

Why similar: Music 47.5%, Simulation 24.3%, Education 20.7%, Casual 7.4%

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 54%, Rhythm 37.9%, Great Soundtrack 6.7%, Casual 1.4%

Let your talent shine when you sing along your favorite songs in this fun party game! A variety of modes let you play with friends or compete against them. An open song format and AI powered editor tools provide boundless possibilites.

Why similar: Rhythm 69.3%, Local Co-Op 12.1%, Local Multiplayer 9.5%, Family Friendly 4.7%, Casual 3%

Build and grow your very own computer repair enterprise as you learn to diagnose, fix and build PCs. With real-world licensed components and comprehensive hardware and software simulation, you can plan and bring your ultimate PC to life.

Why similar: Education 78.5%, Simulation 17.6%, Casual 2.5%, Singleplayer 1.4%