Games Like Soundodger+

Dodge the music and weave through an endless ballet of bullets in an all-new collection of hand-crafted levels set to the music of an award-winning cast of international musicians. Turn any song into an amazing experience with the robust Level Editor and never run out of things to dodge.

Why similar: Rhythm 24.4%, Bullet Hell 15.7%, Level Editor 12.3%, Difficult 10.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 8.7%

Why You'll Like It: The direct sequel offers refined mechanics, more complex patterns, and an even more robust level editor for endless rhythm-based dodging.

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

Why similar: Music 23.2%, Rhythm 20.4%, Level Editor 16.7%, Bullet Hell 12.2%, Difficult 9%

Why You'll Like It: This game perfectly captures the bullet-hell rhythm experience with its intense, music-synced boss battles and community-driven level creation.

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 29.2%, Music 25.9%, Level Editor 15.8%, Difficult 8.9%, Psychedelic 6.8%

Why You'll Like It: While it focuses on one-button rhythm, it shares the same core philosophy of precision and pattern recognition synced to music.

"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 30.3%, Music 29.9%, Bullet Hell 16.1%, Difficult 11.4%, Fast-Paced 5.1%

Why You'll Like It: A high-energy rhythm game where you must dodge complex bullet patterns that are perfectly choreographed to a fantastic electronic soundtrack.

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

Why similar: Difficult 25.1%, Rhythm 23.3%, Fast-Paced 14.6%, Music 11.9%, Arcade 7.4%

Why You'll Like It: This minimalist arcade game demands extreme precision and rhythmic movement to survive its rapidly rotating, music-synced obstacles.

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 38.4%, Rhythm 22.6%, Level Editor 9.9%, Music-Based Procedural Generation 9.4% ★, Fast-Paced 5.3%

Why You'll Like It: A challenging rhythm game that features a powerful level editor and requires precise timing to navigate through obstacles.

Experience your music collection as never before with this intense music driven arcade shooter. Each of your songs will have its own unique ebb and flow based on the music.

Why similar: Music-Based Procedural Generation 27.7% ★, Rhythm 19.7%, Music 19.4%, Bullet Hell 9.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 5.1%

Why You'll Like It: An excellent iteration of the music-driven shooter formula that creates intense, procedural bullet-hell scenarios from any audio file.

Are you ready to explore your music collection mapped as a stunning galaxy of wonders? Experience your music collection as never before with this intense music driven twin stick shooter. Each of your songs will have its own unique ebb and flow based on the music.

Why similar: Music-Based Procedural Generation 30.1% ★, Music 21.9%, Rhythm 21.2%, Bullet Hell 11.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 5.6%

Why You'll Like It: This title turns your own music library into a twin-stick bullet-hell experience, creating a unique visual spectacle based on your favorite tracks.

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 30.6%, Rhythm 28.8%, Level Editor 22.7%, Arcade 6%, Colorful 2.9%

Why You'll Like It: A precision rhythm game that focuses on timing and pattern recognition, mirroring the intense focus required in Soundodger+.

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

Why similar: Music 28.4%, Rhythm 24.1%, Level Editor 21.4%, Difficult 14.9%, Arcade 2.7%

Why You'll Like It: While platform-based, its reliance on rhythm-synced level design and extreme precision makes it a natural fit for fans of Soundodger+.

A malicious orb has cast Savant out of his tower and transformed his surroundings into dangerous enemies!Dodge and shoot your way back up the tower, and blast down waves of enemies as you make your way towards the top! As you progress, you unlock CDs that not only give you new tracks to play to, but also grant you powerful new abilities!

Why similar: Music 40.3%, Fast-Paced 15.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 11.9%, Bullet Hell 11.8%, Arcade 5%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced action game with a heavy emphasis on music-synced movement and combat in a stylish, vertical arena.

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 39.4%, Music-Based Procedural Generation 25.9% ★, Rhythm 22.2%, Mouse Only 5.3% ★, Arcade 2%

Why You'll Like It: A classic music-visualization game that turns your audio tracks into a high-speed, interactive obstacle course.

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: Music-Based Procedural Generation 24.9% ★, Music 21.2%, Rhythm 19.6%, Bullet Hell 11.5%, Difficult 6.8%

Why You'll Like It: This action-roguelike integrates rhythm mechanics directly into its bullet-hell combat, forcing you to move and shoot to the beat.

Deftly teleport your way through a cosmic obstacle course in this white-knuckle arcade dodge-em-up!

Why similar: Rhythm 16%, Fast-Paced 13.8%, Difficult 13.1%, Bullet Hell 12%, Music 11.6%

Why You'll Like It: A high-speed, arcade-style game that requires rhythmic movement and quick reflexes to navigate through tight, dangerous patterns.

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: Music 30.9%, Rhythm 21%, Bullet Hell 17.7%, Difficult 12.7%, Minimalist 6.9%

Why You'll Like It: A unique blend of rhythm and action-roguelike where your movement and attacks are dictated by the musical patterns you build.

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 39.1%, Rhythm 17.8%, Music-Based Procedural Generation 17.5% ★, Bullet Hell 7.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 6.8%

Why You'll Like It: This game transforms your music collection into a shoot-em-up experience where the intensity of the gameplay scales with the song's energy.

Music Racer is a musical arcade game, where you get to race at full speed while dodging obstacles to the rhythm of the music.

Why similar: Music-Based Procedural Generation 28.5% ★, Music 23.2%, Rhythm 20.6%, Difficult 7.6%, Abstract 5.2%

Why You'll Like It: A visually striking game that generates tracks based on your music, requiring you to dodge obstacles in time with the beat.

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 33.8%, Music 30.8%, Mouse Only 8.8% ★, Difficult 6.4%, Minimalist 5.4%

Why You'll Like It: A foundational rhythm-action game that combines retro aesthetics with intense, music-synced gameplay 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: Music 30.3%, Rhythm 30.1%, Fast-Paced 10.8%, Difficult 10.2%, Arcade 6%

Why You'll Like It: A highly polished rhythm game that focuses on smooth, continuous movement and precise timing to match the music.

DubWars is a music game that combines the mechanics of a top-down shooter with the power of Dubstep and Electronic music. Your weapons are synced to the music creating times of intense weapon load outs and calm moments where your survival skills are tested.

Why similar: Music 50.2%, Bullet Hell 11.5%, Arcade 9.9%, Casual 7.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 7.5%

Why You'll Like It: A top-down shooter where your weapons and abilities are tied directly to the drops and beats of the electronic soundtrack.

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 36.9%, Music 23.3%, Psychedelic 11.9%, Difficult 10.1%, Fast-Paced 8.5%

Why You'll Like It: Known as 'rhythm violence,' this game offers an intense, visceral experience where you must navigate tight tracks to a heavy, rhythmic beat.

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: Music 46.2%, Rhythm 41.8%, Indie 6.1%, Action 6%

Why You'll Like It: A music-based rail shooter that feels like a choreographed dance through space, perfectly syncing your movement to the soundtrack.

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: Music-Based Procedural Generation 37.3% ★, Rhythm 25.2%, Music 25.1%, Colorful 3.7%, Action 2.5%

Why You'll Like It: A side-scrolling rhythm game that adapts its intensity and obstacles to the rhythm and energy of your own music library.

The world's fastest brawler is back. Experience cinematic kung-fu in the most epic stickman fighter ever made. Staying true to the original, you play with only two buttons. Every press matters, do not button mash!

Why similar: Mouse Only 25.7% ★, Fast-Paced 25.2%, Rhythm 11.4%, Action 8.8%, Arcade 7.1%

Why You'll Like It: A masterclass in rhythm-based combat that requires precise timing and pattern recognition to survive waves of enemies.

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: Rhythm 40.3%, Bullet Hell 19.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 13.6%, Indie 9.8%, Casual 9.6%

Why You'll Like It: A unique hybrid that blends traditional rhythm game inputs with shoot-em-up mechanics for a challenging arcade experience.

Become a pianist with KEYBOARD and MOUSE! Play the masterpieces of classic, jazz and other piano pieces.

Why similar: Rhythm 23.9%, Music 22.6%, Level Editor 18.7%, Difficult 10.2%, Music-Based Procedural Generation 9.8% ★

Why You'll Like It: A difficult rhythm game that emphasizes musical precision and pattern navigation within a minimalist, atmospheric setting.

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 36.5%, Rhythm 26.6%, Music-Based Procedural Generation 9.3% ★, Psychedelic 8.1%, Arcade 4.1%

Why You'll Like It: A 3D space shooter that uses procedural generation to create visuals and gameplay that react dynamically to your music.

A simple puzzle game. Simple graphics and nice music. Try your mind in more than 70+ levels. They are waiting for you.

Why similar: Casual 37.5%, Indie 32.7%, Action 29.7%

Why You'll Like It: A colorful arcade rhythm game that offers a level editor and focuses on fluid, music-synced movement through space.

Experience your music collection like never before with this intense music driven arcade shooter. Each of your songs will have its own unique ebb and flow based on the music.

Why similar: Music-Based Procedural Generation 29.3% ★, Music 21.5%, Rhythm 20.3%, Bullet Hell 12.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 7.2%

Hyperspace Invaders II: Pixel Edition is a hardcore, uncompromising vertical scrolling bullet hell/invader hell shooter (shmup) that doubles as a techno-based lightsynth, triggering bursts of funky invaders at the pulse of a relentless beat.

Why similar: Music-Based Procedural Generation 26% ★, Rhythm 20.4%, Bullet Hell 18.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 11.1%, Arcade 6.7%

Why You'll Like It: A frantic bullet-hell shooter that features a great soundtrack and intense, rhythmic patterns that test your reflexes.

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: Music-Based Procedural Generation 27.2% ★, Music 22.8%, Rhythm 22%, Bullet Hell 9.4%, Fast-Paced 8.7%

Why You'll Like It: A rhythm-based first-person shooter that forces you to stay on beat to fire your weapons effectively.

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 37.6%, Music 29.6%, Minimalist 12.4%, Difficult 8.7%, Indie 3.9%

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

Why similar: Music 46.2%, Rhythm 39.2%, Difficult 4.4%, Casual 2.1%, Arcade 2.1%

Waves is an Arcade Twin-Stick Shooter that's all about High Scores. Build your combo and drop bombs in pursuit of Leaderboard dominance over seven game-modes!

Why similar: Bullet Hell 23.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 13.4%, Psychedelic 13.2%, Abstract 12.1%, Arcade 9.7%

Dance to the rhythm with your mouse!

Why similar: Rhythm 38.1%, Level Editor 28.7%, Arcade 9.5%, Difficult 6%, Colorful 5.4%

64.0 is a minimal fast-paced arcade game, where you shoot the squares that have the same color as the background.

Why similar: Rhythm 29.6%, Difficult 18.5%, Fast-Paced 11.5%, Abstract 9.4%, Music 7.6%

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 28.2%, Music 22.2%, Difficult 12.4%, Abstract 9.5%, Arcade 7.3%

Avoid is a fast-paced arcade game that will test your reflexes!

Why similar: Action 40.7%, Indie 31.4%, Arcade 28%

Rhythm Storm is a roguelike bullet heaven with stunning vector graphics, rhythmic action, and overwhelming swarms of enemies. Your vehicle aims and fires freely while everything else dances and moves to the beat in this spectacular audio-visual experience.

Why similar: Music-Based Procedural Generation 29% ★, Rhythm 26%, Bullet Hell 16.7%, Psychedelic 9.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 8.1%

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 47.9%, Music 19.1%, Music-Based Procedural Generation 10.2% ★, Level Editor 6.7%, Difficult 6.4%

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 44.7%, Level Editor 30.1%, Arcade 8.4%, Casual 6.7%, Action 4.7%

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: Music 23.7%, Rhythm 22.6%, Level Editor 17.7%, Difficult 8.9%, Abstract 7.5%

Dodge! Shoot! Go faster! Break the sound barrier in this unbelievably fast game and go straight for the first place in the leaderboard of BARRIER X!

Why similar: Music 29.6%, Rhythm 21.3%, Difficult 14.3%, Arcade 9.1%, Level Editor 8.7%

Dance to your favorite music (and workout in “Cardio”) as you catch gems, ride ribbons, smash drums, & dodge barriers. With tracks by Zedd, Lady Gaga, Skrillex, deadmau5, Tiësto, express yourself & get creative with the in-VR editor--with support for your own songs!

Why similar: Music 32.8%, Rhythm 30.4%, Level Editor 13.3%, Fast-Paced 9.5%, Psychedelic 6.3%

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 46%, Music 21.6%, Difficult 7.6%, Shooter 6.8%, Bullet Hell 5.1%

Shoot to the beat in this rhythm bullet hell where every shot creates music. Turn any YouTube song into a bullet hell epic battle.

Why similar: Rhythm 24.7%, Music 22.5%, Bullet Hell 15.3%, Psychedelic 11%, Shoot 'Em Up 8.9%

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 41.7%, Rhythm 38.9%, Level Editor 12.2%, Casual 3.8%, Indie 3.4%

In this mouse-only Bullet Hell, you create your own problems! Featuring unique and strange bullets, different gameplay modes, extreme secrets and even a level editor, Geballer wants to softly stimulate the reptilian part of your brain until you disappear completely.

Why similar: Rhythm 35.3%, Bullet Hell 22.9%, Abstract 9.6%, Arcade 9.3%, Minimalist 6.9%

A rhythmic danmaku shooter appears! Seven days of danmaku, music, and sake—celebrate the festival to the fullest!

Why similar: Rhythm 46.6%, Bullet Hell 23.9%, Action 7.8%, Shooter 6.4%, Difficult 6.3%

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: Music 24.1%, Rhythm 22.9%, Level Editor 18.3%, Fast-Paced 11.2%, Difficult 8.6%

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 42.8%, Rhythm 25.4%, Music-Based Procedural Generation 21.3% ★, Arcade 2.6%, Indie 2.3%

FATE is the penultimate chapter in the six-part BIT.TRIP series and will leave you wondering what’s next.Key Features:The arrow keys control CommanderVideo while the mouse allows you to fire anywhere on screen! Or if you prefer, plug in a controller for dual-stick shooting action!

Why similar: Music 43.3%, Rhythm 39.1%, Action 9%, Indie 8.6%

A rhythm game where you swipe between two lanes to the beat. Form your own flow and unleash your greatest swiping performance.

Why similar: Music 30.8%, Rhythm 30.3%, Level Editor 16.6%, Difficult 12.3%, Casual 2.8%

Dash, jump and fly your way through epic levels with rhythm-based gameplay!

Why similar: Music 28.8%, Rhythm 22.6%, Level Editor 18.6%, Difficult 11.5%, Arcade 5.1%

Survive as long as you can in a procedurally generated world of Square.

Why similar: Music 31.5%, Level Editor 23%, Rhythm 20%, Difficult 14.6%, Colorful 2.4%

Turn your keyboard into an instrument as you type away to the beat of the music! Typing Tempo is a 41-key typing rhythm game that will push your typing skills to the limit!

Why similar: Rhythm 31.1%, Music 23.3%, Level Editor 19.8%, Difficult 11.5%, Arcade 7.2%

Transform your FPS skills with Aim Zen - where precision meets rhythm. Master your aim through an innovative blend of musical challenges, classic training modes, and customizable experiences designed for both competitive players and casual enthusiasts.

Why similar: Music-Based Procedural Generation 27.5% ★, Rhythm 24.1%, Music 19%, Level Editor 17.5%, Shooter 5.6%

Dive into the symphonic chaos of geometric warfare! Unleash futuristic weaponry, customize your hovering platform, conquer relentless foes and dance to victory in this mesmerizing reverse bullet hell shooter.

Why similar: Bullet Hell 52.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 30.4%, Action 7.1%, 2D 6.8%, Singleplayer 3.3%

MusicWave is a challanging Rhythm game for Electronic Dance Music that uses the home row of the keyboard. Players can create, share and download custom tracks through third party tools. With a modern skin and beautiful effects, each song will captivate your senses.

Why similar: Music-Based Procedural Generation 27.6% ★, Rhythm 23.6%, Casual 12.8%, Action 10.6%, Indie 10.2%

Swarmlake is an ultra-intense first-person shooter ballet about fighting a record-breaking swarm.

Why similar: Bullet Hell 28.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 13.4%, Difficult 12.6%, Fast-Paced 10.9%, Arcade 10%