Games Like Symphony

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 34.6%, Music-Based Procedural Generation 20.3% ★, Rhythm 18.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 9.2%, Bullet Hell 6.1%

Why You'll Like It: It is the definitive evolution of music-based procedural shmups, offering intense visuals that react perfectly to your own music library.

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 37.4%, Music-Based Procedural Generation 21.1% ★, Rhythm 19.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 9.6%, Bullet Hell 7.1%

Why You'll Like It: The latest entry in the series adds roguelike elements and even more sophisticated audio analysis for a deeper gameplay experience.

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 60.7%, Rhythm 18.2%, Music-Based Procedural Generation 16.4% ★, Indie 1.7%, Arcade 1.2%

Why You'll Like It: A classic in the music-game genre that excels at creating high-speed, rhythm-synced tracks from any audio file you provide.

"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: Music 55.4%, Rhythm 29.8%, Bullet Hell 10.7%, Indie 1.9%, Action 1.8%

Why You'll Like It: This game masterfully combines bullet-hell dodging with a high-energy, rhythm-focused soundtrack.

Dodge the music and dance through a mesmerizing ballet of choreographed bullets, each synced to music from over a dozen international artists. Push your creativity and skills with the fully-featured Level Editor and never run out of things to dodge.

Why similar: Music 39.2%, Rhythm 17.7%, Music-Based Procedural Generation 17.6% ★, Bullet Hell 7.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 6.9%

Why You'll Like It: A minimalist bullet-hell game where every projectile is perfectly synced to the music, creating a hypnotic and challenging experience.

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 61.1%, Rhythm 29.3%, Action 4.9%, Indie 4.7%

Why You'll Like It: An on-rails shooter that integrates rhythm-based movement and combat, making you feel like you are flying through the music.

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 62.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.1%, Bullet Hell 6.4%, Action 4.6%, Indie 3.7%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced action game with a heavy emphasis on rhythm and a stellar, high-energy 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: Music 49%, Rhythm 41.2%, Action 3.5%, Indie 3.3%, Arcade 2.4%

Why You'll Like It: A rhythm-violence game that delivers an overwhelming sense of speed and intensity, mirroring the high-stakes feel of a bullet-hell.

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

Why similar: Music 46.8%, Rhythm 30.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 11%, Action 6.1%, Indie 5.8%

Why You'll Like It: A unique rhythm-shmup hybrid where you must manage your actions in reverse to fix the timeline while dodging bullets.

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 57.3%, Rhythm 20.6%, Bullet Hell 11.6%, Action 2.8%, Procedural Generation 2.8%

Why You'll Like It: An action-roguelike that uses rhythm-based combat mechanics to dictate your firing patterns and movement.

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 43%, Rhythm 21.1%, Music-Based Procedural Generation 20.7% ★, Bullet Hell 8.3%, Arcade 3.9%

Why You'll Like It: A rhythm-based roguelike shooter where your ability to keep the beat directly influences your survival in intense combat scenarios.

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 65%, Shoot 'Em Up 10%, Indie 5.3%, Bullet Hell 5.3%, Arcade 5%

Why You'll Like It: A top-down shooter where your weapons and abilities are tied to the rhythm and intensity of the electronic music playing.

The legendary action-shooter finally comes to PC, and in style! Blast your way through mind-melting visuals and amazing beats, all in your quest through cyberspace to save a world on the verge of collapse. Playable on your desktop or in fully immersive VR.

Why similar: Music 51.3%, Rhythm 34.2%, Arcade 6.1%, Action 4.3%, Shooter 3.2%

Why You'll Like It: A legendary on-rails shooter that turns every action into a musical note, creating a seamless audio-visual experience.

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 36.4%, Music-Based Procedural Generation 20.4% ★, Rhythm 18.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 12.5%, Bullet Hell 7.2%

Why You'll Like It: The first game in the series that established the core mechanic of using your music to power your ship's weapons.

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 37.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 24.6%, Bullet Hell 12%, Indie 10%, Action 8.2%

Why You'll Like It: A dedicated rhythm-shmup that forces players to balance shooting enemies with hitting notes in time with the music.

Cosmophony is a musical shooter designed for demanding gamers seeking an original and intense experience.

Why similar: Music 87.1%, Action 6.7%, Indie 6.2%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, difficult rhythm-shmup that demands precision and timing to survive its intense levels.

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 43.3%, Rhythm 22.1%, Music-Based Procedural Generation 21.2% ★, Bullet Hell 6.3%, Action 2.7%

Why You'll Like It: A rhythm-based FPS that forces you to shoot, dash, and melee exclusively to the beat of the soundtrack.

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 58.3%, Rhythm 22.6%, Music-Based Procedural Generation 6.1% ★, Indie 3.1%, Action 2.8%

Why You'll Like It: A space-based shooter that uses procedural generation to create environments that react to your music library.

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 62.1%, Rhythm 19.6%, Music-Based Procedural Generation 12.7% ★, Indie 1.9%, Arcade 1.5%

Why You'll Like It: The original music-based game that set the standard for turning local audio files into playable, rhythmic levels.

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: Shoot 'Em Up 22.6%, Rhythm 21.4%, Music-Based Procedural Generation 21.2% ★, Bullet Hell 13%, Action 6.3%

Why You'll Like It: A classic-style bullet-hell shooter that features a high-energy soundtrack that drives the intensity of the combat.

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: Music 60.2%, Rhythm 29.5%, Action 3.9%, Indie 3.4%, Casual 2.2%

Why You'll Like It: A side-scrolling action game where every move must be executed on the beat to be effective against enemies.

🎶 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 61.9%, Rhythm 17.5%, Music-Based Procedural Generation 12.5% ★, Action 3.7%, Indie 1.7%

Why You'll Like It: A rhythm-based FPS that challenges you to eliminate enemies while staying perfectly in sync with the track.

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 67.2%, Rhythm 20.9%, Music-Based Procedural Generation 6.8% ★, Arcade 1.8%, Indie 1.5%

Why You'll Like It: A rhythm game that focuses on precision and pattern recognition, often featuring high-difficulty levels similar to bullet-hell games.

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

Why similar: Rhythm 40.2%, Music 38.6%, Arcade 9.4%, Indie 7.5%, Action 2.5%

Why You'll Like It: While not a shooter, its extreme focus on rhythm and high-speed pattern recognition provides a similar adrenaline rush to bullet-hell games.

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

Why similar: Music 37%, Music-Based Procedural Generation 19.4% ★, Rhythm 18.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 12.7%, Bullet Hell 7.4%

Kill The Music is a Rhythm Action Roguelite about defeating hordes of enemies with musical instruments.

Why similar: Music 47.1%, Rhythm 24.9%, Music-Based Procedural Generation 15.9% ★, Bullet Hell 9.5%, Action 2.7%

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: Music 50.3%, Rhythm 37.1%, Action 6.3%, Indie 6.3%

Why You'll Like It: A rhythm-action game that requires precise timing and pattern management to clear its challenging levels.

Crypt of the NecroDancer is an award winning hardcore roguelike rhythm game. Move to the music and deliver beatdowns to the beat! Groove to the epic Danny Baranowsky soundtrack, or select songs from your own MP3 collection!

Why similar: Rhythm 51.5%, Music 41.9%, Indie 3.1%, Procedural Generation 1.7%, Action 1.5%

Why You'll Like It: While a dungeon crawler, it is the gold standard for rhythm-based movement and combat mechanics.

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 44.1%, Music-Based Procedural Generation 27% ★, Rhythm 23.5%, Action 2.7%, Indie 1.5%

Why You'll Like It: A rhythm-platformer that generates levels based on the energy and tempo of your own music files.

Block the beats! Audioshield puts you at the point of impact for every hit in your songs. Block incoming orbs with your shields and feel the music. Works with any song!

Why similar: Music 54.3%, Music-Based Procedural Generation 23.5% ★, Rhythm 17.4%, Indie 4.8%

Why You'll Like It: A VR experience that allows you to physically block and hit notes in your music, providing a visceral connection to the rhythm.

Sound Shift is a VJ style music visualiser mixed with a simple arcade shooter.

Why similar: Music 70.6%, Action 10.3%, Casual 9.9%, Indie 9.2%

Why You'll Like It: A casual action game that utilizes music-based mechanics to drive the gameplay loop.

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 45%, Music-Based Procedural Generation 22.8% ★, Rhythm 21.2%, Arcade 3.7%, Action 2.5%

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: Music 57.2%, Rhythm 26%, Arcade 4.8%, Action 3.5%, Shooter 3.1%

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 44.8%, Music 39.5%, Action 4.7%, Indie 3.5%, Bullet Hell 3.2%

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

Why similar: Music 53.9%, Rhythm 25.1%, Bullet Hell 10%, Arcade 4.6%, Action 3.1%

Embark on a thrilling adventure through sheet music in Tadpole Treble! Escape predatory piranhas, flirtatious tadpoles and more as you make your way back home. Shoot for the top of the leaderboards, or create your own stages and music in Composition Mode!

Why similar: Music 82.7%, Indie 6.2%, Action 6.1%, Arcade 4.9%

The Network has been infested. Face a giant creature ruled by music to cleanse it. Fight while switching between 2 complementary Game Modes!

Why similar: Music 47.9%, Rhythm 23%, Action 15.2%, Indie 13.3%, Singleplayer 0.6%

Can you beat the beat? Journey as a green LED mysteriously trapped inside a dying boombox and play the ultimate musical experience. In this rhythmic platform adventure where your every action needs to be right on the beat, bring electro, dub and disco music back to life!

Why similar: Music 60.7%, Rhythm 26.2%, Action 4.8%, Indie 4.5%, Casual 3.9%

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

Why similar: Music 61.2%, Rhythm 30.4%, Action 3.6%, Indie 2.3%, Arcade 2.2%

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: Shoot 'Em Up 45.2%, Bullet Hell 27.9%, Arcade 12.6%, Action 6.7%, Shooter 6.4%

Descend into hell and destroy the cursed tapes with occult music known as †HEAVY METAL† to save our children's souls. On your way you will face Satan himself.

Why similar: Music 56.3%, Rhythm 25.7%, Arcade 6%, Action 4.3%, Indie 3.8%

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: Shoot 'Em Up 57.6%, Bullet Hell 34.1%, Action 7.2%, Singleplayer 1.1%

Shoot. Groove. Loot. Repeat. Cross an ever-changing city skyline, flowing through encounters in tune with the cityscape’s beat. From the weapons you fire, to the enemies you shoot, to the zen-like flow, the only way to win is to become one with the beat.

Why similar: Music 43%, Music-Based Procedural Generation 23.9% ★, Rhythm 22.3%, Arcade 4.4%, Action 2.7%

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 49.1%, Music 36.8%, Music-Based Procedural Generation 7.6% ★, Arcade 2.9%, Indie 1.7%

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: Music 59.1%, Rhythm 29.1%, Arcade 5.4%, Action 3.5%, Casual 2.3%

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: Rhythm 30%, Music-Based Procedural Generation 26.1% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 18.1%, Bullet Hell 12.8%, Arcade 4.9%

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

Why similar: Music 53.4%, Rhythm 30%, Music-Based Procedural Generation 9.5% ★, Action 2.4%, Casual 2.3%

Hurrican-like Bullet Hell. Avoid the rain of bullets to the rhythms of "dubstep". Help the hero to defeat the aliens and to take revenge on the interstellar aggressor!

Why similar: Rhythm 46.4%, Bullet Hell 28.8%, Indie 14.8%, Arcade 10%

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 57.9%, Rhythm 27.8%, Action 7.3%, Indie 7.1%

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: Music 52.7%, Rhythm 25.5%, Bullet Hell 9%, Arcade 4.6%, Action 3.3%

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: Music 49.2%, Rhythm 24.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 16%, Arcade 4.6%, Action 2.9%

Soundfall is a dungeon crawler that combines looter-shooter action with rhythm-based gameplay. Venture out solo or with up to 4 friends locally or online. Collect loot and time your actions to the beat to become all powerful. Play the Campaign Mode, Free Play 100's of songs or import your own music!

Why similar: Music 42.8%, Music-Based Procedural Generation 25.6% ★, Rhythm 24.4%, Procedural Generation 3.2%, Action 2.3%

Run to the rhythm of your own music library! Melody is back, with vastly improved audio analysis algorithms. Each MP3 creates a unique obstacle course synchronized to the beat and the intensity of your music.

Why similar: Music 49%, Music-Based Procedural Generation 24% ★, Rhythm 22%, Indie 2.3%, Action 1.9%

Savant - Ascent REMIX is an explosive shoot-em-up / scrolling shooter, starring an acrobatic wizard on an elevator-ride. Unlock destructive spells & acrobatic moves as you survive through a tower brimming with robotic fiends!

Why similar: Music 56.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 20%, Bullet Hell 11.7%, Arcade 5.6%, Action 3.1%

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 47.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 27.9%, Bullet Hell 17.7%, Action 4.7%, Indie 1.7%

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 89%, Casual 5.9%, Indie 5.1%

The skies are aflame and the seas will overflow with wreckage in Vlambeer’s stylish arcade shooter LUFTRAUSERS! Take to the skies in customized fighter planes to battle battleships, submarines, and rival aces for glory, honor, and high scores.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 38.3%, Bullet Hell 27.3%, Arcade 13.6%, Action 7.9%, Indie 7.7%

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 58%, Rhythm 27.8%, Action 7.5%, Indie 6.7%