Games Like The Metronomicon: Slay The Dance Floor

Before the Echo combines elements of both rhythm and role-playing games to create an entirely unique experience.

Why similar: Rhythm 45.8%, Music 31.5%, RPG 7.9%, Experimental 6.3%, Indie 2.8%

Why You'll Like It: This is the closest experience to The Metronomicon, featuring a full-fledged RPG campaign where combat is entirely dictated by rhythm-based inputs.

In this turn-based RPG, wield powerful legendary instruments, gather mighty riff attacks and save the land from Rick Riffson's devilish goons and musical hybrid monsters!

Why similar: Soundtrack 28.3% ★, Music 27.3%, Rhythm 27.2%, Fantasy 5.6%, RPG 5.2%

Why You'll Like It: A turn-based RPG where your musical abilities and combat effectiveness are directly tied to rhythm-based mechanics.

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 60.7%, Music 23.7%, Co-op 3.3%, RPG 3.1%, Indie 2.7%

Why You'll Like It: A seminal rhythm-roguelike that forces players to move and fight to the beat of the soundtrack in a dungeon-crawling setting.

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 43.6%, Music 42.6%, Action 4.7%, Indie 3.7%, Adventure 3.1%

Why You'll Like It: A side-scrolling action game that requires you to time your attacks, jumps, and dodges to the beat of the music in a roguelike structure.

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 55.6%, Music 27.2%, Comedy 6.3%, Action 4.7%, Colorful 3.2%

Why You'll Like It: A high-octane action game where every hit, parry, and dodge synchronizes perfectly with the beat of the music.

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: Rhythm 47.5%, Music 39.9%, Multiplayer 9%, Action 3.6%

Why You'll Like It: A dungeon crawler that uses procedural generation to sync enemy spawns and combat actions to the rhythm of the music.

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 59.8%, Music 21.5%, Soundtrack 10.2% ★, RPG 2%, Colorful 1.8%

Why You'll Like It: A spin-off that introduces new rhythm-based mini-games and mechanics to the established NecroDancer universe.

Butcher loads of zombies in Rhythm with Metal! Survive on the highway to hell fighting an epic freakshow! Now with 30 levels of pure madness! 19 Licensed tracks and a Community Level Editor to import your own songs!

Why similar: Rhythm 40%, Music 22.8%, Soundtrack 21.5% ★, Comedy 8%, Action 3.2%

Why You'll Like It: A frantic shoot-'em-up where you must blast zombies to the beat of a heavy metal soundtrack.

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: Soundtrack 27.2% ★, Rhythm 25.9%, Music 22.8%, Party-Based RPG 13.3%, Funny 4.4%

Why You'll Like It: An action-adventure game where music is the core of the combat system, requiring players to time attacks against rhythm-based boss patterns.

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 45.7%, Music 39.8%, Fantasy 5.8%, Action 3.9%, Singleplayer 2.5%

Why You'll Like It: A rhythm-based first-person shooter that rewards players for shooting and slaying demons in time with a heavy metal soundtrack.

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: Rhythm 29.9%, Music 28.7%, Local Multiplayer 9.7%, Comedy 7.5%, Co-op 6.7%

Why You'll Like It: A precision rhythm game that focuses on complex musical patterns and a deep, story-rich experience.

An UNCONVENTIONAL ADVENTURE RPG that takes place in an inexpressible world filled with amusing musical battles and strange delightful encounters. To put it simply: You are in for a ride.🍄

Why similar: Music 46.2%, Rhythm 31.5%, RPG 6.5%, Colorful 3.9%, 2D 3.4%

Why You'll Like It: A unique narrative-driven game that uses rhythm-based combat to tell a surreal and emotional story.

Ratatan is a rhythm roguelike action game that combines rhythm games and side-scrolling action, with online co-op gameplay supporting up to 4 players. An intense battle unfolds with over 100 characters fighting in a massive melee. Let's defeat the enemies together!

Why similar: Music 35.1%, Rhythm 30%, Co-op 8.2%, Comedy 8%, Multiplayer 4.9%

Why You'll Like It: A rhythm-based strategy game that tasks you with commanding an army through musical commands and beat-matching.

It’s Super Crazy Rhythm Castle, the chaotic rhythm adventure! A puzzling co-op mashup unlike anything you've ever heard. Solo, or with a band of up to three friends … … Can you conquer the castle?

Why similar: Rhythm 31.1%, Music 30.5%, Co-op 8.9%, Comedy 8.3%, Funny 6.7%

Why You'll Like It: A chaotic rhythm-puzzle game that requires coordination and timing to overcome obstacles in a castle setting.

Enjoy chill Lo-fi walks and fight bosses to K-POP, EDM and Hip-Hop inspired tracks. Features a quirky story, 30 handcrafted levels and various EX-modes to refresh your gameplay.

Why similar: Rhythm 39.8%, Music 36.1%, Comedy 8.8%, Colorful 4.7%, Funny 4.6%

Why You'll Like It: A quirky action-rhythm game that features a surprisingly challenging combat system tied to a narrative adventure.

"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 35.4%, Music 31.6%, Fast-Paced 8%, Local Multiplayer 5.8%, Co-op 5.2%

Why You'll Like It: A bullet-hell rhythm game that focuses on dodging patterns to the beat of an intense electronic soundtrack.

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 44.5%, Rhythm 40.1%, Action 5.9%, Indie 5.1%, Colorful 4.4%

Why You'll Like It: A rhythm-platformer where your movement and actions must be perfectly timed to the music to progress through the levels.

What has 50 amazing chiptune tracks, a loony story mode, 32 different chicken types to fight, and takes you on a tour of all your favorite retro games? It's Old School Musical! Tib and Rob are the heroes of a wacky adventure that will teach them where all of the bugs in our favorite games come from.

Why similar: Rhythm 49.6%, Music 25.4%, Action 6.6%, Local Multiplayer 6.3%, Indie 6.1%

Why You'll Like It: A rhythm game that pays homage to classic retro titles, blending musical challenges with a lighthearted adventure story.

AN UNCONVENTIONAL ARPG where you battle enemies through musical encounters while being accompanied by a raven who promises to retrieve your voice if you slay the mighty Mind Dragon!🎵

Why similar: Music 34.8%, Rhythm 30.2%, Comedy 8.5%, Funny 6.8%, RPG 6.6%

Why You'll Like It: A sequel that expands on the original's rhythm-based combat and psychedelic, story-rich world.

The dance floor fills, the line gets longer… come on down, it's time to conga! Shake your virtual hips to the arcade action of Conga Master, fight to make the longest conga line possible and become the king of the club. No rhythm required – anyone can conga!

Why similar: Music 49.1%, Local Multiplayer 20.6%, Action 12.3%, Indie 9.8%, Multiplayer 8.2%

Why You'll Like It: A fun, music-based party game that focuses on rhythm and movement to build the longest conga line possible.

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: Fast-Paced 54.8%, Rhythm 17.3%, Action 13.5%, Indie 7.9%, 2D 5.1%

Why You'll Like It: While not a traditional RPG, its combat system is entirely based on rhythmic timing and flow, mirroring the intensity of rhythm-action games.

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 39.8%, Rhythm 36.6%, Comedy 10%, Funny 7.2%, Multiplayer 3.4%

Why You'll Like It: A casual rhythm game that focuses on the joy of making music with friends in a chaotic, funny environment.

Beat Boxers is the world's first Rhythm-Fighting Game. In order to win, players have to attack to the beat of the music. The closer you hit to the beat, the stronger your attacks. Keep up the rhythm and outplay your opponent!

Why similar: Rhythm 40.3%, Music 30.8%, Local Multiplayer 15.9%, Multiplayer 7.5%, Action 5.6%

Why You'll Like It: A unique rhythm-fighting game where you must time your attacks to the beat to outmaneuver and defeat your opponent.

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

Why similar: Soundtrack 26.4% ★, Rhythm 26.2%, Music 25%, Fast-Paced 12.4%, Multiplayer 4.5%

Why You'll Like It: A VR rhythm game that emphasizes movement and flow, providing a highly immersive musical experience.

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 37.3%, Music 34.3%, Funny 5.8%, Side Scroller 5.3%, Action 4.2%

Why You'll Like It: A rhythm-based platformer that emphasizes timing and flow as you navigate increasingly difficult obstacle courses.

It’s a punk rock apocalypse! Team up with your friends to lead embattled punk rock band Charlie Murder in their epic quest to save the world from rival death metalers Gore Quaffer and their legions of evil.

Why similar: Co-op 28.9%, RPG 19.5%, Side Scroller 16.1%, Action 13.1%, Indie 9.2%

Why You'll Like It: An RPG-infused beat 'em up that captures the punk-rock aesthetic and intensity found in many rhythm-action games.

Steel Century Groove is a rhythm RPG where you pilot mecha in dance battles! Using your own music or the built-in soundtrack, master the deep rhythm combat system, assemble a team of colossal superstars, make friends, and challenge rivals on the road to the ultimate dance championship.

Why similar: Rhythm 42.2%, Music 34.2%, Comedy 9.4%, RPG 5.2%, Colorful 3.2%

Slash down the monsters - with rhythm!

Why similar: Music 41.8%, Rhythm 41.8%, Indie 16.3%

Why You'll Like It: A straightforward rhythm game that focuses on precision and timing within a musical framework.

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 46.5%, Music 43.9%, Colorful 5.4%, Action 4.3%

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 29.8%, Rhythm 28.2%, Soundtrack 26.1% ★, Comedy 7.1%, Action 2.5%

"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 33.9%, Music 24.2%, Experimental 21.5%, Action 7.6%, Indie 6.5%

Why You'll Like It: A 2D action game that incorporates rhythm mechanics into its combat to defeat mythical creatures.

From the creators of Rogue Legacy comes a "true-cooperative" action RPG. FULL METAL FURIES puts an emphasis on team play with a unique combat system where everyone is important. Play on the couch, alone or with friends, or make it an online party for up to four players!

Why similar: Co-op 35.2%, RPG 17.9%, Action 11.6%, Local Multiplayer 8.7%, Indie 8%

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 78.5%, Fantasy 10.4%, Action 6.4%, Singleplayer 2.6%, Indie 2.1%

Embark as a knight alone or with friends in an order chasing their potential. Experience a rhythm game with an original soundtrack, in-depth character customization, and a story following an ensemble cast in a tranquil hub world. What will you find at the peak of what you're chasing?

Why similar: Rhythm 41.2%, Music 36.9%, Multiplayer 7.1%, Co-op 5.2%, Colorful 4.3%

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 24.3%, Music 24%, Soundtrack 18.7% ★, Experimental 17.7%, Fast-Paced 13.4%

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 42%, Rhythm 39.6%, Indie 10%, Local Multiplayer 5%, Multiplayer 3.3%

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 44.4%, Rhythm 44.4%, Action 6%, Indie 5.2%

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 42.4%, Music 34.1%, Co-op 5.5%, Fantasy 4.3%, Multiplayer 3.4%

Rampage Knights is a cooperative beat 'em up game mixed up with randomized dungeon crawling and exploration, which you can play alone or with a friend online.

Why similar: Co-op 35.1%, Multiplayer 15.6%, RPG 13.7%, Action 9.8%, Funny 6.6%

Shoot rubber ducky arrows, pound enemies with a rhino hammer, and help Beethoven get his groove back in the last totally normal high school themed RPGvania you’ll ever want.

Why similar: Side Scroller 16.9%, RPG 15.3%, Comedy 13.7%, Co-op 11.7%, Funny 11.1%

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: Rhythm 35.3%, Music 32.2%, Fast-Paced 17.1%, Multiplayer 5.1%, Colorful 3.5%

The party-based RPG where you kick down doors and fight with music as a 3-piece band of idiots.

Why similar: Music 31.4%, Party-Based RPG 29.9%, Comedy 10.7%, Funny 9.2%, RPG 8.1%

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: Rhythm 35.1%, Music 34.1%, Local Multiplayer 12%, Funny 7.2%, Multiplayer 6.4%

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 42.2%, Music 39.4%, Colorful 4.3%, Action 3.8%, RPG 3.5%

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 39.5%, Music 28.1%, Fast-Paced 11.3%, Multiplayer 6%, Colorful 4.4%

Transform from a featureless nobody into a SLUG, a GHOST and a DRAGON in this new take on Action RPGs from the creators of Guacamelee! Discover 15+ distinct Forms, mix-and-match their abilities, clear evolving dungeons and... SAVE THE WORLD!?

Why similar: Soundtrack 33% ★, Co-op 15.8%, Multiplayer 7.3%, Funny 7.2%, RPG 7.1%

Step into the arena in this fast-paced arcade shooter where staying on beat matters just as much as taking out your enemies. Fight across themed maps, seize control of the dance pad, and hold the rhythm while everyone else tries to blast you off it.

Why similar: Rhythm 49.4%, Music 15.1%, Action 10.9%, Funny 8.8%, Comedy 8.2%

A musical platforming adventure with an emotional story. Play as a silly bard and use music to interact with everything on a journey around the world. Along the way you'll explore, solve puzzles, and meet a huge cast of characters!

Why similar: Music 51.7%, Rhythm 12.9%, Comedy 12.4%, Funny 6%, Side Scroller 5%

Sashimi Slayer is a casual arcade rhythm game with an open-source IRL sword controller. Prove your sword (and rhythm) skills facing down some crazy sea creatures. Parry their strikes and land the perfect cut!

Why similar: Rhythm 79.7%, 2D 5.6%, Fantasy 5.4%, Colorful 5.1%, Indie 2.7%

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: Soundtrack 29% ★, Rhythm 27.8%, Music 27.1%, Fast-Paced 11.8%, Colorful 2.2%

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 48.9%, Rhythm 36.7%, Action 4%, 2D 3.6%, Singleplayer 2.6%

Pilot mecha in rhythm-RPG dance battles in this free standalone adventure from the world of Steel Century Groove. Assemble a squad of colossal dancers and groove your way through a neon city where it's always night.

Why similar: Rhythm 39.5%, Music 34%, Comedy 10.5%, RPG 6.3%, Colorful 3.4%

Tune into Aaero2 - a heart-pounding rhythm-shooter with 20 stunning alien worlds, each powered by a legendary Monstercat track. Trace ribbons of light, unleash devastating firepower, and conquer colossal bosses! Play solo or co-op and feel every beat as you fight to the soundtrack.

Why similar: Rhythm 43.1%, Music 38.6%, Co-op 11%, Action 3.8%, Indie 3.4%

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

Why similar: Music 39.2%, Rhythm 34.1%, Side Scroller 10.8%, Action 4.1%, Indie 3.6%

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: Rhythm 43.4%, Music 41.4%, Co-op 3.7%, 2D 2.7%, Indie 2.1%

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

Why similar: Rhythm 46.2%, Music 42%, Colorful 4.2%, Action 4%, 2D 3.5%

Melatonin is a rhythm game about dreams and reality merging together. It uses animations and sound cues to keep you on beat without any intimidating overlays or interfaces. Harmonize through a variety of dreamy levels containing surprising challenges, hand-drawn art, and vibrant music.

Why similar: Rhythm 56.9%, Music 25.8%, Colorful 4.2%, Indie 3.8%, Comedy 3.4%

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 55.9%, Rhythm 34.9%, Local Multiplayer 3.8%, Indie 2.4%, Multiplayer 1.2%

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 37.3%, Music 36.4%, Comedy 9.4%, RPG 5.9%, Action 3.7%