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  1. #1 Pixelgroove
    97% 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 38.3%, Rhythm 36.2%, Bullet Hell 14.8%, Shooter 5.2%, Action 4.8%

  2. #2 Give Me Back!
    96% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Whirlwind Studio
    Windows

    《Give Me Back!》 is a barrage avoidance adventure game. It will take you into a fantasy world. During the adventure, you only need to avoid snowflakes, cross the waves, and overcome many difficulties to survive until the end. Here, reaction speed and calm judgment are the only rules of survival!

    Why similar: Rhythm 39.6%, Music 22%, Bullet Hell 19.9%, Action 10.8%, Pixel Graphics 6.7%

  3. #3 KickBeat Steam Edition
    96% matchMixed66% of 770 reviews2014
    Dev: Zen Studios
    Windows
    Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 88%

    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 52.3%, Rhythm 38.9%, Action 8.7%

  4. #4 AUDICA: Rhythm Shooter
    95% matchVery Positive85% of 586 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 49%, Rhythm 45.6%, Action 5.4%

  5. #5 Groove Coaster
    94% matchMixed67% of 1,585 reviews2018
    Dev: TAITO CORP.Pub: KOMODO
    Windows
    Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 7.8 hrs≥1hr: 80%

    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 46.5%, Rhythm 44.5%, Action 8.5%, Singleplayer 0.5%

  6. #6 Reflector Rhythm Master
    94% match9 user reviews100% of 9 reviews2023
    Dev: Kiki Castella
    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 44.5%, Rhythm 42.5%, Action 6.7%, Pixel Graphics 6.3%

  7. #7 MASH VP! Re:VISION
    93% matchVery Positive86% of 417 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: Music 46.3%, Rhythm 44.9%, Action 7.5%, Singleplayer 1.3%

  8. #8 Relapse
    91% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Hexatunes
    Windows

    A beginner friendly sheet music rhythm game, with cute characters and a shady organization!

    Why similar: Music 49.5%, Rhythm 44.5%, Action 5.4%, Singleplayer 0.6%

  9. #9 BIT.TRIP FATE
    90% matchMixed68% of 140 reviews2013
    Dev: Gaijin Games
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 3.4 hrs≥1hr: 67%

    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 47.2%, Rhythm 39.1%, Action 13.7%

  10. #10 Symphony
    89% 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 59.6%, Rhythm 24.9%, Bullet Hell 9.4%, Action 4.2%, Shooter 1.5%

  11. #11 BIT.TRIP CORE
    89% 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 49.8%, Music 39.1%, Action 11.1%

  12. #12 Laserlife
    88% 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 53%, Rhythm 47%

  13. #13 Rhythm Girl
    87% 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 49.2%, Rhythm 40.8%, Action 10.1%

  14. #14 BIT.TRIP VOID
    86% matchMostly Positive78% of 99 reviews2012
    Dev: Gaijin Games
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 3.1 hrs≥1hr: 65%

    BIT.TRIP VOID is the third installment in the retro-arcade BIT.TRIP saga.BIT.TRIP VOID is a synesthetic exploration of rhythm and music as they pertain to our everyday lives and moods. In a control scheme brand new to the series, yet wholly familiar to gamers, the player is given complete freedom to move about the screen wherever they...

    Why similar: Music 47.3%, Rhythm 39.2%, Action 13.4%

  15. #15 The Polynomial - Space of the music
    86% matchMostly Positive73% of 499 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 53.2%, Rhythm 35.6%, Action 6%, Bullet Hell 4.7%, Singleplayer 0.6%

  16. #16 BeatBlasters III
    84% matchMixed40% of 89 reviews2014
    Dev: Chainsawesome Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 2.3 hrs≥1hr: 54%

    Welcome to Accapella! When Joey and Gina arrive in the musically starved town that outlawed groovy tunes, a chance encounter with the music hating tyrannical ruler of the town (and local butcher) sends them flying.

    Why similar: Rhythm 44.7%, Music 43.8%, Action 11.5%

  17. #17 VELUCITY
    84% matchMixed42% of 97 reviews2020
    Dev: SEEDGAMES Co., Ltd.
    Windows

    VELUCITY, a rhythm game with a new feel, is released in Steam through Early Access! Enjoy the game with a keyboard that anyone can easily start with.

    Why similar: Music 42.4%, Rhythm 41.8%, Action 11.2%, Shooter 4.6%

  18. #18 Party Pumper
    83% 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 55.8%, Rhythm 44.2%

  19. #19 Aaero
    82% matchVery Positive83% of 1,028 reviews2017
    Dev: Mad FellowsPub: Wired Productions
    Windows
    Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 13.9 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: Music 50.5%, Rhythm 40.6%, Action 8.9%

  20. #20 Beatbuddy: Tale of the Guardians
    82% matchMostly Positive75% of 1,191 reviews2013
    Dev: Threaks
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 3.1 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 58.2%, Rhythm 37.2%, Action 4.2%, Singleplayer 0.4%

  21. #21 Project: Bits
    81% 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 53.4%, Rhythm 46.6%

  22. #22 Rhythmy
    81% matchPositive88% of 32 reviews2020
    Dev: InsaneHawk
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    "Rhythmy" is a new arcade-style rhythm bullet hell game, try to dodge and survive many levels while listening to Thaehan, F-777, Boom Kitty and more! If you're seeking for some hardcore bullet hell challenge, while listening to some epic music, you better be ready!

    Why similar: Music 39.7%, Rhythm 30.7%, Bullet Hell 18%, Action 11.5%

  23. #23 Rhythm Bang
    79% match6 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 57.8%, Rhythm 41.4%, Singleplayer 0.9%

  24. #24 Club Dance Party VR
    80% 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 51.4%, Rhythm 42.6%, Action 6%

  25. #25 Chiptune DJ
    79% 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 48.9%, Rhythm 43.6%, Pixel Graphics 7.5%

  26. #26 Twin Horizons
    78% 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 51.9%, Rhythm 38.5%, Action 8.5%, Singleplayer 1.1%

  27. #27 BIT.TRIP BEAT
    78% matchVery Positive80% of 881 reviews2010
    Dev: Gaijin Games
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 3.2 hrs≥1hr: 67%

    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 46%, Music 45.8%, Action 5.1%, Pixel Graphics 2.9%, Singleplayer 0.3%

  28. #28 TapSonic World Champion VR
    77% matchVery Positive84% of 63 reviews2018
    Dev: NEOWIZ
    Windows

    TAP & Slide - Grab the controller and feel the Music!

    Why similar: Music 48.9%, Rhythm 43.3%, Action 7.8%

  29. #29 Frederic: Resurrection of Music
    76% matchVery Positive86% of 1,292 reviews2014
    Dev: Forever Entertainment S. A.
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 7.1 hrs≥1hr: 96%

    Frederic Chopin – a long time deceased classical compositor – returns back from beyond the grave to fight intense musical duels. In his way stand some of the worlds greatest pop stars charmed with enormous profits that wild commercialization provides

    Why similar: Music 59.3%, Rhythm 34.6%, Action 6.1%

  30. #30 Akihabara - Feel the Rhythm
    77% matchMixed65% of 85 reviews2017
    Dev: JMJ Interactive
    Windows
    Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 3.4 hrs≥1hr: 94%

    Akihabara is a unique combination of intense rhythm and fast-paced puzzles set in the Electric Town of Tokyo!

    Why similar: Music 47%, Rhythm 43.8%, Action 9.2%

  31. #31 Music Killer
    76% matchMostly Positive70% of 459 reviews2019
    Dev: AbstractArt
    Windows
    Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 67%

    🎶 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 58.6%, Rhythm 28.6%, Action 7.9%, Shooter 5%

  32. #32 Rhythm Survivors
    75% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Crayon House Games
    Windows · Linux

    Rhythm Survivors is a single player musical survivor-like. Fight off hordes of increasingly numerous monsters while collecting upgrades to compose powerful sequences of attacks. Only with perfect rhythm can you hope to survive the night!

    Why similar: Rhythm 36.7%, Music 36.5%, Bullet Hell 14.6%, Pixel Graphics 6.9%, Action 4.1%

  33. #33 PolyTap
    74% matchMostly Negative33% of 18 reviews2024
    Dev: PolyTapOfficial
    Windows

    Tap to the rhythm based on the shapes that emerge!

    Why similar: Rhythm 48.9%, Music 42.1%, Action 9%

  34. #34 Touhou Danmaku Kagura Phantasia Lost
    73% matchVery Positive82% of 2,336 reviews2024
    Dev: Alliance Arts
    Windows
    Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 18.4 hrs≥1hr: 79%

    "The collapse of Gensokyo... it was all you - " To rebuild the now barren phantasia, Reimu's journey begins. A Touhou Project officially approved derivative rhythm action game.

    Why similar: Music 52.7%, Rhythm 34%, Bullet Hell 7.2%, Action 5.6%, Singleplayer 0.6%

  35. #35 Intralism
    74% matchVery Positive86% of 4,876 reviews2016
    Dev: KHB-Soft
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 34.6 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 63.8%, Rhythm 34.3%, Action 1.9%

  36. #36 Echo Rift
    72% matchMostly Positive78% of 18 reviews2025
    Dev: Project Rock LLC
    Windows · Mac

    Fight enemies to the beat and bring Rock to the people in this epic rhythm game! Echo Rift is a beat-based combat game where players dance on an arena grid in their fight against the audiocratic elite to bring back music to a silenced world.

    Why similar: Music 40.9%, Rhythm 34.8%, Bullet Hell 18.2%, Action 5.2%, Singleplayer 1%

  37. #37 Retro/Grade
    73% matchVery Positive84% of 396 reviews2013
    Dev: 24 Caret Games
    Windows
    Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 93%

    Play a classic Shoot 'Em Up... in reverse!

    Why similar: Rhythm 47.3%, Music 40.8%, Action 11.9%

  38. #38 MusicHell
    71% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2026
    Dev: Sindruid
    Windows

    MusicHell is a musical bullet hell! Experience awesome music-synced levels or create your own in the level editor.

    Why similar: Music 42.2%, Rhythm 31.7%, Bullet Hell 21.4%, Action 4.3%, Singleplayer 0.4%

  39. #39 TAPSONIC BOLD
    72% matchMostly Positive75% of 1,197 reviews2019
    Dev: NEOWIZ
    Windows
    Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 7.2 hrs≥1hr: 88%

    MEET POPULAR RHYTHM ACTION GAME 'TAPSONIC' SERIES NOW ON STEAM!

    Why similar: Rhythm 51.1%, Music 40.7%, Action 8.2%

  40. #40 Elliot's Show Time
    70% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2025
    Dev: Ruisu DesignPub: Gigantic G
    Windows

    Help Elliot light up the stage in a rhythmic adventure featuring 10 original songs.

    Why similar: Rhythm 55.5%, Music 43%, Singleplayer 1.5%

  41. #41 Quaver
    69% matchVery Positive92% of 16,461 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 53.9%, Music 46.1%

  42. #42 Sonar Beat
    71% 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 50.7%, Rhythm 42.1%, Action 6.4%, Singleplayer 0.8%

  43. #43 Bullet Beat: Musical Shoot'em up
    71% matchMostly Positive74% of 35 reviews2019
    Dev: TERNOX
    Windows

    Bullet Beat is a shoot'em up, where everything at the levels is in tune with the music, even shooting. You can also upload your track and enjoy the experimental generated levels! Keep the combo to get stronger!

    Why similar: Music 40%, Rhythm 28.1%, Bullet Hell 19.5%, Action 7.2%, Shooter 4.5%

  44. #44 AudioSurf
    70% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 11,066 reviews2008
    Dev: Dylan Fitterer
    Windows
    Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 11.4 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 64.5%, Rhythm 35.1%, Singleplayer 0.4%

  45. #45 Pastel☆Parade
    68% matchVery Positive95% of 210 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: Music 54.4%, Rhythm 39.1%, Action 5.6%, Singleplayer 0.9%

  46. #46 Astra Moment:DIMENSION
    68% 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 46.4%, Rhythm 44%, Action 8.4%, Singleplayer 1.2%

  47. #47 Mirth Melody
    67% matchVery Positive94% of 509 reviews2024
    Dev: Clay Game Studio
    Windows

    Play as Dodo the duck exploring a beautiful little forest. Strum your favorite guitar and watch as the forest creatures happily vibe along to your music.

    Why similar: Music 55.4%, Rhythm 40.6%, Action 3.2%, Singleplayer 0.7%

  48. #48 Chiptune Champion
    70% 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 53.9%, Rhythm 46.1%

  49. #49 KAMITSUBAKI CITY ENSEMBLE
    67% matchMixed70% of 1,354 reviews2024
    Dev: KAMITSUBAKI STUDIO
    Windows
    Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 19.8 hrs≥1hr: 78%

    "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: Music 54.1%, Rhythm 39.8%, Action 5.5%, Singleplayer 0.6%

  50. #50 BEATris
    69% 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 46.2%, Rhythm 40.8%, Action 13%

  51. #51 Ephemerid: A Musical Adventure
    69% matchVery Positive92% of 223 reviews2015
    Dev: SuperChop Games
    Windows
    Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 3.3 hrs≥1hr: 69%

    Ephemerid is a rock fairy tale about a paper mayfly. Part rhythm game, part point-and-click adventure, and part rock opera.

    Why similar: Music 53.5%, Rhythm 46.5%

  52. #52 Muse Dash
    67% matchVery Positive91% of 120,271 reviews2019
    Dev: peroperoPub: hasuhasu
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 34.3 hrs≥1hr: 78%

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

    Why similar: Music 55.1%, Rhythm 42.7%, Action 1.6%, Singleplayer 0.6%

  53. #53 SURI: The Seventh Note
    68% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Tathvamasi Studios
    Windows

    A rhythm-action platformer where every move syncs to the music. Dash, jump, and escape through a mystical world shaped by rhythm to save your mother’s life. Rhythm was the life of the island of Suri, who will step up when its harmony is broken?

    Why similar: Music 48%, Rhythm 45.3%, Action 6.2%, Singleplayer 0.5%

  54. #54 Aim Beat Charm
    66% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2025
    Dev: Byking RooKIESPub: Byking Inc.
    Windows

    Imagine you're a rockin' cool guitarist. You're at a live show and see haters in the crowd. What d'you do? Charm their socks off! Take the stage in this first-person rock-rhythm shooter! Win over your haters, and let them know you ROCK!

    Why similar: Music 44.7%, Rhythm 35.9%, Shooter 6.9%, Bullet Hell 6.4%, Action 5.3%

  55. #55 Shapes N Music
    67% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: very remarkable games
    Windows

    A brutal bullet-hell rhythm game where every death is your fault. Dodge hazards, dash and die to a varied soundtrack synced to intense levels. Master 4 more game modes built to steal your evenings. Can you beat each level without taking a hit?

    Why similar: Rhythm 38.1%, Music 36.5%, Bullet Hell 19.1%, Action 5.3%, Singleplayer 1%

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