- #1 Pastel☆Parade
97% 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: Rhythm 34.4%, Music 34.3%, Anime 10.5%, Female Protagonist 6%, Cute 5%
- #2 UNBEATABLE
96% matchVery Positive92% of 5,540 reviews2025
Dev: D-CELL GAMESPub: Playstack
Windows
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 9.7 hrs≥1hr: 89%
UNBEATABLE is a rhythm adventure where music is illegal and you do crimes. Follow the story of Beat and her band on the run, in a narrative experience full of big emotions powered by arcade-flawless rhythm gameplay.
Why similar: Rhythm 34.7%, Music 26.2%, Anime 9%, LGBTQ+ 8.2%, Visual Novel 7%
- #3 Symphonic Rain
96% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 1,136 reviews2017
Dev: KOGADO STUDIOPub: KOMODO
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 33.1 hrs≥1hr: 89%
The reborn HD edition, Remastered by Siro! Set in Piova, the city of music and endless rain. Guide Chris Vertin on the path to become a master musician in a harmonious fusion of Visual Novel and Music-based gameplay.
Why similar: Rhythm 25%, Music 21.9%, Multiple Endings 10.2%, Visual Novel 9.9%, Anime 9%
- #4 Muse Dash
95% 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: Rhythm 40%, Music 37%, Anime 9.3%, Cute 5.7%, Female Protagonist 4%
- #5 KAMITSUBAKI CITY ENSEMBLE
94% 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: Rhythm 37.7%, Music 36.7%, Anime 10.7%, Female Protagonist 6%, Adventure 4.8%
- #6 Project: Bits
94% 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: Rhythm 47.2%, Music 38.8%, Anime 14%
- #7 Touhou Danmaku Kagura Phantasia Lost
93% 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 37.1%, Rhythm 33.4%, Visual Novel 8.1%, Anime 7.4%, Cute 4%
- #8 TaikoVR
92% matchNo user reviews
Dev: RiceCakes
Windows
TaikoVR is a new way to experience the popular osu!Taiko game mode. In TaikoVR, you will simulate interaction with a taiko drum in order to hit notes to the rhythm. The game supports an extensive library of osu!Taiko songs.
Why similar: Rhythm 42.9%, Music 34.9%, Simulation 8.4%, Anime 7.9%, Indie 3.8%
- #9 Kimekyawa♥GenkaiBeat-chan!!
91% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Team KimekyawaPub: room6
Windows · Mac · Linux
Smash the cute monsters with fun! This is a rhythm game with easy controls!
Why similar: Rhythm 37.4%, Music 34.8%, Anime 10.2%, Female Protagonist 5.2%, Cute 5.1%
- #10 Relapse
91% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Hexatunes
Windows
A beginner friendly sheet music rhythm game, with cute characters and a shady organization!
Why similar: Rhythm 48.1%, Music 38.3%, Psychological Horror 8.5%, Indie 2%, Casual 1.2%
- #11 McOsu
89% matchVery Positive89% of 6,349 reviews2017
Dev: McKay
Windows · Linux
Median: 36 minMean: 19.8 hrs≥1hr: 42%
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 53.6%, Music 29.6%, Anime 10.9%, Psychological Horror 3.6%, Indie 1.4%
- #12 弥赛亚症候群/Messianic Syndrome
89% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: MaybeGames
Windows
Messianic Syndrome is a rhythm game blending AVG narrative and RPG elements. Players earn points and collect items through music gameplay, fulfilling plot conditions to explore the story. Enhance your skills, raise your rating, and tackle higher difficulties to unlock all story content!
Why similar: Rhythm 38.5%, Music 24.8%, Visual Novel 11.3%, Anime 7.7%, Cute 6.4%
- #13 PIERCING - ピアスゲーム
87% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Buri Games
Windows
PIERCING: violent rhythm action—shatter panels to dark, fairy-tale music. Clear by breaking every panel in one stroke and destroying the demon statue at the goal. Fail, and the Contract means piercing Asha's ears.
Why similar: Rhythm 34.4%, Psychological Horror 14%, Anime 7.4%, Multiple Endings 7.1%, Psychological 6.9%
- #14 vivid/stasis
85% matchVery Positive94% of 3,373 reviews2025
Dev: Team VividstasisPub: Hajimeli
Windows
Rhythm-mystery hybrid game about uncovering the history of a mysterious system. The stage is set. Will you step up and play your role?
Why similar: Rhythm 45%, Visual Novel 12.7%, LGBTQ+ 11.3%, Anime 8%, Cute 5.9%
- #15 Melody/心跳旋律
86% matchVery Positive83% of 165 reviews2020
Dev: GOCORE
Windows
Median: 18 minMean: 8.6 hrs≥1hr: 30%
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: Rhythm 37.2%, Music 33.7%, Anime 10.8%, Cute 6%, Simulation 4.3%
- #16 Ephemerid: A Musical Adventure
86% 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: Rhythm 47.6%, Music 39.3%, Adventure 9%, Indie 4.1%
- #17 Luminous Project
84% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2025
Dev: SENTIMENTUM
Windows
Six girls save the world through music. Press keys in time with the notes and collect the light energy Luminous in this casual rhythm game.
Why similar: Music 47.4%, Rhythm 34.5%, Cute 5.2%, Female Protagonist 4.9%, Indie 3%
- #18 Akihabara - Feel the Rhythm
84% 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: Rhythm 47.4%, Music 36.4%, Anime 13.1%, Indie 3.1%
- #19 LOVE WMC
83% matchNo user reviews
Dev: DIFFUSE MEMORY
Windows
"Love wmc" is a visual novel game based on music games. It tells a series of stories about the protagonist who came to a small county town to study alone due to family conflicts, and accidentally got involved with four female protagonists because of an arcade music game.
Why similar: Rhythm 30.8%, Music 14.1%, Psychological Horror 13.1%, Multiple Endings 11.6%, Visual Novel 11.1%
- #20 Quaver
82% 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 56%, Music 34.4%, Psychological Horror 4.8%, Anime 2.3%, Indie 1.6%
- #21 Charles the Bee
81% matchVery Positive89% of 57 reviews2024
Dev: Blue Pin StudioPub: Blue Pin Publishing
Windows · Linux
Charles has always dreamed of one day becoming a master dancer. The only thing in his path? The cost! Charles must harvest pollen until he has defeated the biggest and baddest dancers in the world. Can he bee the very best? That no one ever was? It's up to you! 🐝
Why similar: Rhythm 41.9%, Music 34%, Cute 8%, Psychological Horror 5.5%, Funny 4.4%
- #22 Laserlife
82% 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: Rhythm 53.2%, Music 43%, Indie 3.8%
- #23 Asterika: Phantom Rose Refrain
81% matchNo user reviews
Dev: makarollPub: Studio Maka
Windows · Mac
Move with the beat! Asterika is a rhythm action game of beat and movement with no falling notes to press. Weave through obstacle patterns, move to the music, and master the chaos on the grid!
Why similar: Rhythm 38%, Music 31.7%, Anime 10.8%, Visual Novel 8.5%, Cute 6.2%
- #24 Elliot's Show Time
80% 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 58.2%, Music 32.4%, 2D 3.3%, Casual 2.8%, Singleplayer 1.9%
- #25 Lovebirb
79% matchVery Positive82% of 272 reviews2023
Dev: Anonymous Penguin Studio
Windows
Lovebirb is a rhythm-based dating game about finding love one date at a time. Swipe right, chat on Bumbird, and impress your dates by playing all the right words to the rhythm of the music. 🎶🐤
Why similar: Rhythm 34.6%, Music 28%, Visual Novel 11.6%, Multiple Endings 6.6%, Cute 5.5%
- #26 Cat Leather Jackets
79% matchVery Positive97% of 102 reviews2023
Dev: diogoh3xPub: Garoa Studios
Windows
A graphic novel styled music/rhythm game about a teenage punk rock and ska punk band.
Why similar: Music 37.5%, Rhythm 36.1%, Visual Novel 12.8%, Female Protagonist 4.9%, Indie 2.3%
- #27 Rhythm Bang
78% 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 46.2%, Rhythm 46.1%, 2D 2.8%, Casual 2%, Indie 1.7%
- #28 In Falsus
77% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: lowiro
Windows
In a world bound by truths: connect. In Falsus is a mesmerizing rhythm game tied to an intricate card system brought together through a layered narrative. Taking place in a near-future world, traverse an atmospheric soundscape through the eyes of 5 interconnected protagonists.
Why similar: Rhythm 45.3%, Music 31.4%, Anime 10.4%, Female Protagonist 5.1%, Story Rich 2.9%
- #29 Party Pumper
78% 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: Rhythm 50%, Music 45.3%, Indie 4.8%
- #30 Witch's Rhythm Puzzle
76% matchVery Positive81% of 216 reviews2023
Dev: FogimePub: Eroge Japan
Windows
Cute sexy witches battle one another in this unique puzzle rhythm game combo! Drop blocks in rhythm to defeat and undress your enemies. Enjoy some ecchi fun while you clear rows of blocks and jam to tunes in this satisfying puzzle game.
Why similar: Rhythm 34.9%, Music 32.4%, Anime 9.4%, LGBTQ+ 7.2%, Cute 6.6%
- #31 Mirth Melody
75% 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: Rhythm 43.5%, Music 42.5%, Cute 8.7%, Adventure 2.4%, Indie 1%
- #32 Beatbuddy: Tale of the Guardians
76% 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 47.4%, Rhythm 42.2%, Adventure 4.6%, Indie 2.7%, Casual 1.3%
- #33 Akihabara - Feel the Rhythm Remixed
75% matchMostly Positive70% of 10 reviews2018
Dev: Mårten JonssonPub: JMJ Interactive
Windows · Linux
Intense rhythm and puzzel actions awaits on the streets of Akihabara. Can you feel the beat?
Why similar: Rhythm 39.8%, Music 34.4%, Anime 10.5%, Simulation 9.7%, Indie 3.2%
- #34 AUDICA: Rhythm Shooter
74% 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: Rhythm 55.4%, Music 42.6%, Indie 1.9%
- #35 妄想症:Deliver Me
74% matchVery Positive88% of 2,517 reviews2018
Dev: 属音制作组Pub: SakuraGame
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 13.5 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Based on the best seller 妄想症Paranoia, the story about Lingluo's college life will bring you to a world unknown. She pursues her music dream without knowing her life is about to be turned upside down. Losing her best friend and her confidence, she plunges into the depth of despair. What will she do?
Why similar: Music 36.4%, Visual Novel 23%, Psychological Horror 9.1%, Anime 8.8%, Simulation 8%
- #36 Reflector Rhythm Master
72% 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: Rhythm 51.2%, Music 38.5%, Cute 8.4%, Casual 1.8%
- #37 Groove Coaster
73% 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: Rhythm 54.1%, Music 40.5%, Anime 4.8%, Singleplayer 0.6%
- #38 NOISZ
73% matchVery Positive94% of 138 reviews2018
Dev: Anarch Entertainment
Windows · Mac
NOISZ is an unprecedented mix of rhythm game, bullet hell shoot-em-up, and visual novel. Battle a variety of challenging and unique bosses by performing actions to the beat, in order to progress through a massive anime-inspired narrative full of surprising twists and colorful characters!
Why similar: Rhythm 35.6%, Music 17.1%, Visual Novel 11.2%, Multiple Endings 9.1%, Anime 8.3%
- #39 SURI: The Seventh Note
71% 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: Rhythm 49.6%, Music 37.6%, Adventure 4.6%, Female Protagonist 4.6%, Indie 1.7%
- #40 RiBeat!
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Sweet Banana
Windows
RiBeat! is a challenging rhythm-puzzle game where you move to the beat of the music while avoiding obstacles, solving puzzles, and jamming out in musical showdowns. Bob your head to catchy tunes as Muira, the musical frog, embarks on a groovy adventure in a world that syncs with the rhythm!
Why similar: Rhythm 42.2%, Music 41.2%, Cute 8.1%, Adventure 4%, Indie 2.2%
- #41 MUSYNX
71% matchVery Positive89% of 6,572 reviews2018
Dev: I-InfernoPub: Wave Game
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 19.8 hrs≥1hr: 74%
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 44.5%, Rhythm 35%, Anime 14%, Indie 2.1%, Singleplayer 1.9%
- #42 Live Rise!!: 4K Fever
69% matchVery Positive95% of 59 reviews2026
Dev: SAKUSORA
Windows · Mac
The new generation community-driven 4K falling-note rhythm game Live Rise!!: 4K Fever. You will join Mengyu to experience unique rhythm challenges or create your own custom charts to craft your very own rhythm adventure.
Why similar: Rhythm 39.4%, Music 38.7%, Anime 10.6%, Female Protagonist 4.4%, Cute 3.6%
- #43 Wonder Record Shop
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: DecayedIron
Windows · Mac
Welcome to Wonder Record Shop! This is a collection of rhythm mini-games, each record containing a unique and wondrous adventure. Embark on refreshing, adorable hand-drawn adventures and let your sense of rhythm bring you endless joy.
Why similar: Rhythm 49%, Music 37.3%, Cute 6%, Indie 2.9%, Casual 2.1%
- #44 DEFLATE
68% matchVery Positive92% of 157 reviews2026
Dev: dizzylab
Windows · Mac
A 4-key vertical rhythm game featuring two chart types:Rhythm-focused Drum Mode and melody-driven Melody Mode. Developed by the Chinese indie music platform dizzylab, with a large and continuously expanding music library!
Why similar: Rhythm 43.4%, Music 33.4%, Female Protagonist 7.7%, Cute 5.6%, Anime 5.2%
- #45 HYPNOSYNC
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: BASED KICK
Windows
RHYTHM x HYPNOSIS. You are forced into being the manager of the brand new music game arcade, HYPNOSYNC! With your newfound hypnosis ability, hypnotize customers to the beat and turn them into your very own mindless employees!
Why similar: Rhythm 39.5%, Music 26.4%, Anime 9.1%, Cute 8.1%, Funny 5.3%
- #46 Notanote
68% matchVery Positive88% of 926 reviews2024
Dev: zzzProject
Windows
Welcome to Notanote!
Why similar: Rhythm 43.1%, Music 34.9%, Female Protagonist 7.1%, Cute 5.2%, Funny 3.9%
- #47 Santa Rockstar
70% matchVery Positive83% of 336 reviews2016
Dev: Bekho TeamPub: Volens Nolens Games
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 9.8 hrs≥1hr: 93%
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: Rhythm 49.4%, Music 42.7%, Indie 4.3%, Casual 3.7%
- #48 Taiko no Tatsujin: Rhythm Festival
68% matchVery Positive85% of 1,420 reviews2024
Dev: Bandai Namco Amusement Lab Inc.Pub: Bandai Namco Entertainment Inc.
Windows
Median: 5.4 hrsMean: 12.1 hrs≥1hr: 91%
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 63.2%, Music 24.3%, Cute 4%, Anime 3.7%, Casual 2.9%
- #49 Pearl Music
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Víctor AtobasPub: Zoozobra Studios
Windows
A musical visual novel where you control the mind of a young composer in love
Why similar: Rhythm 36.6%, Music 33.6%, Visual Novel 14.2%, Adventure 5%, Multiple Endings 3.7%
- #50 MASH VP! Re:VISION
67% 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: Rhythm 55.4%, Music 40.9%, Casual 1.8%, Singleplayer 1.8%
- #51 Hatsune Miku: Project DIVA Mega Mix+
67% matchVery Positive95% of 22,334 reviews2022
Dev: SEGA
Windows
Median: 6.1 hrsMean: 42.9 hrs≥1hr: 87%
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 49.7%, Music 25.7%, Anime 12%, Cute 6.8%, Female Protagonist 5%
- #52 KickBeat Steam Edition
69% 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: Rhythm 49.3%, Music 47.5%, Indie 3.2%
- #53 Boom Fighters
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Cocodrilo Dog Games
Windows · Mac
Jump, defeat enemies, avoid obstacles, solve puzzles and more by playing to the rhythm of music as awesome vinyl toys that will save the world from boredom. It will also have a level editor for you to create your own worlds and share them with other players around the world!
Why similar: Rhythm 42.9%, Music 37.1%, Adventure 14%, Indie 5.9%
- #54 Hop Step Sing! VR Live 《Hop★Summer Tour 2020》
67% matchVery Positive98% of 52 reviews2021
Dev: KodanshaPub: KOMODO
Windows
Hop Step Sing!'s first VR live performance, 《Hop★Summer Tour 2020》is now available on Steam! Put on your VR goggles and enjoy the 360-degree immersive live concert experience you had never seen before!
Why similar: Rhythm 47.6%, Music 17.7%, Female Protagonist 9.7%, Anime 9.4%, Cute 9.1%
- #55 Encounters: Music Stories
66% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2024
Dev: Raquel G. Cabañas
Windows · Mac
Two-handed casual music rhythm game with cute characters.
Why similar: Rhythm 41.1%, Music 33.5%, LGBTQ+ 8.8%, Cute 7.8%, Funny 4.2%