The Best Rhythm Games

Update : Metal Hellsinger VR added at rank #33.
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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.

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

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Cytus II (2018)

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ps1 mobile vita Android IOS iPhone

One day, sir, who had never shown his face before, suddenly announced that he will be holding the first mega virtual concert sir-FEST and will invite a top idol singer and a popular DJ as opening performances. Through five different kinds of notes and the judgement line that actively adjusts its speed according to the beat, the gameplay experience is further combined with the music.

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  • rhythm
  • music
  • high-quality
  • rich
  • twitter

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Rhythm Doctor (2021)

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Nintendo Switch Linux Mac OS PC Windows

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.

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  • rhythm
  • music
  • editor
  • pixel
  • level

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Muse Dash (2018)

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Nintendo Switch Android IOS iPhone PC Windows Mac OS

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


  • rhythm
  • music
  • anime

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Wandersong (2018)

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Mac OS PC Windows Xbox One Playstation 4 Nintendo Switch

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!


  • rhythm
  • platform
  • music
  • adventure
  • emotional
  • pirates
  • comedy
  • funny
  • puzzle
  • off-rhythm
  • cute
  • story
  • narrative
  • colourful
  • reaction

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Just Shapes & Beats (2018)

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Nintendo Switch Xbox One stadia Playstation 4 Linux Mac OS PC Windows

"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.

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  • rhythm
  • bullet-hell
  • chiptune
  • boss-fight
  • local
  • multiplayer
  • music
  • online
  • cooperative

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Rhythm Sprout: Sick Beats & Bad Sweets (2023)

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PC Windows

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.


  • music
  • electronic
  • rhythm
  • character
  • action-adventure
  • boxing
  • relaxing
  • colourful
  • comedy
  • fitness
  • 3d
  • customization

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Beat Saber (2019)

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osvr PC Windows Oculus Rift psvr

Immerse yourself in the pulsating beats of Beat Saber, a rhythm-based VR game like no other. Swing your sabers, slash the notes, and feel the music in a futuristic world. Compete worldwide, improve your skills, and ascend the leaderboards. It's not just a game, it's a cardio workout!


What we like:
  • Incredibly immersive rhythm experience
  • Enhanced enjoyment with mods and custom songs
  • VR support amplifies the gameplay
  • Provides a good cardio workout
What could be improved:
  • Requires mods and custom songs for full enjoyment
  • Limited song selection without DLC packs

  • rhythm

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Crypt of the NecroDancer (2014)

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Android Linux Mac OS PC Windows Xbox One IOS iPhone

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!


  • rogue-like
  • rhythm
  • dungeon
  • dungeon-crawler
  • procedural

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Quaver (2020)

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PC Windows amstrad cPC Windows apple ii atari 8-bit commodore 64 msx Mac OS 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.

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  • rhythm
  • music
  • competitive
  • community-driven

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