The Best Rhythm Games for Playstation 5

Update : Afterlove EP added at rank #28.
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Hi-Fi RUSH (2023)

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PC Windows j Xbox Series X Playstation 5

Hi-Fi Rush is an action-packed rhythm game with vibrant art style, an unforgettable story and characters, and a unique approach to combat. Join Chai on his journey as he attempts to break out of the soulless corporatization of everything and fight for what's right!


What we like:
  • Unique blend of character action and rhythm games
  • Vibrant art style
  • Phenomenally written characters
  • Timely story with relevant themes to the gaming industry at large
  • Seamlessly switches back and forth between 2D cutscenes and 3D in-game graphics
What could be improved:
  • Not as complex as other character action games like Devil May Cry
  • Linear experience with limited side content

  • rhythm
  • platform

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Metal Hellsinger VR (2024)

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meta quest j Playstation 5 osvr PC Windows

Slay to the beat as the award-winning score of Metal: Hellsinger VR thunders through your body. Experience the smash-hit rhythm FPS like never before and enter a state of unparallelled flow. Show the Hells the meaning of metal.


  • rhythm
  • shooter
  • first-person
  • fps
  • demons

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Bit.Trip Rerunner (2023)

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Xbox One Xbox Series X Playstation 5 PC Windows

The classic rhythm platformer is back as BIT.TRIP RERUNNER + RUNNER MAKER! The fun of the original now sports fresh mechanics, art, and soundtrack – plus RUNNER MAKER, which allows you to create custom levels. A must-play for rhythm newbies, experts, and everyone in between.


  • rhythm
  • precision
  • platform
  • runner
  • editor
  • scroller
  • level
  • electronic
  • music
  • family-friendly
  • 3d
  • colourful

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Metal: Hellsinger (2022)

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Xbox Series X Xbox One Playstation 4 PC Windows Playstation 5 (ps1 vr2 quest 3 quest 2)

Embark on an unforgettable journey through the depths of Hell as you play as the Unknown, a humanoid with a demonic appearance who has lost her voice and memories. With Troy Baker as Paz and Jennifer Hale voicing the Red Judge, fight your way through each realm of Hell, defeat the aspect of the Red Judge found within and get your memories back. The game revolves around you using two base weapons to carve your way through the realms while shooting to the beat to gain points and do more damage.


What we like:
  • Minimalist plot but great conclusion
  • Multiple weapons with their own rhythm
  • Boons that make you more powerful
  • Metal music
  • Bullet hell boss fights
What could be improved:
  • Can only resurrect up to two times in a level at expense of score
  • Gameplay can be challenging to keep up with

  • rhythm
  • shooter
  • first-person
  • fps
  • demons

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Taiko no Tatsujin: Rhythm Festival (2022)

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Nintendo Switch j Xbox One Xbox Series X Playstation 5 PC Windows

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!


  • rhythm
  • drum
  • instrument
  • subscription
  • anime
  • online
  • controller-support

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One Hand Clapping (2020)

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stadia Nintendo Switch Xbox One Playstation 4 Xbox Series X Playstation 5 IOS iPhone PC Windows Android

One Hand Clapping is a vocal 2D platformer. Solve puzzles, by singing or humming into your microphone, and find confidence in the power of your voice as it changes the world around you.


  • platform
  • rhythm
  • 2d
  • music
  • puzzle
  • voice
  • control
  • experience
  • education
  • family-friendly

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Melatonin (2022)

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j Playstation 5 PC Windows Nintendo Switch Android Xbox One Mac OS

Melatonin is a rhythm game about dreams and reality merging together. Harmonize through a variety of dreamy levels containing surprising challenges. Hand-drawn art, and vibrant music without any intimidating overlays or interfaces.


  • rhythm
  • hand-drawn
  • music

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A Musical Story (2022)

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PC Windows Linux Mac OS Playstation 5 Android IOS iPhone Xbox Series X Xbox One Playstation 4 Nintendo Switch

‘A Musical Story’ is a rhythm game set against a 70s backdrop. Explore the memories of Gabriel, a young man trying to come to terms with his situation through the connections to his musical memory.


  • rhythm
  • music
  • instrumental
  • psychedelic
  • rock

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Thumper (2016)

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Android PC Windows Xbox One IOS iPhone Playstation 5 ps1 vr2

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.

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  • rhythm

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Dustborn (2024)

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PC Windows j Xbox Series X Playstation 5 Playstation 4 Xbox One

Ragtag crew? Check. Musical gear? Check. Tour bus and robot driver? Check. Stolen package? Check! Embark on a perilous road-trip across a Divided States of America. Use the power of words to shape relationships with your crew, get out of trouble and reach your final destination.


  • rhythm
  • political
  • alternate
  • punk-rock
  • lgbtq
  • heist
  • action-adventure
  • choices
  • robot-driven
  • combat
  • book
  • narrative
  • story
  • hack-and-slash
  • graphic-novel

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