Best Rhythm Games on Steam
Unlike generic lists, our strategy game recommendations use a rigorous analysis of Steam user reviews to identify and feature only the best, community-validated rhythm games. For those who prefer not to search, lists of the most played, top deals and best free rhythm games are available at the bottom of the page.
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Frederic: Evil Strikes Back
Frederic - Evil Strikes Back - The Bigger, Better, More Awesome sequel. Great new tracks. Great new locations. Great new features. Great new story.
Frederic: Resurrection of Music
Frederic Chopin – a long time deceased classical compositor – returns back from beyond the grave to fight intense musical duels. In his way stand some of the worlds greatest pop stars charmed with enormous profits that wild commercialization provides
The Impossible Game
The super-addictive and very, very hard platform game finally arrives on Steam - it's quite possibly the world's hardest game! As well as five classic Impossible Game levels, this desktop version includes an EXCLUSIVE new Level Editor.
One Finger Death Punch
Experience cinematic kung-fu battles in the fastest, most intense brawler the indie world has ever seen! With the unique 1:1 response system of One Finger Death Punch, players will feel the immediate feedback of every bone-crunching hit. Pay tribute to the masters using five classic kung-fu styles mixed with additional weapons.
KickBeat Steam Edition
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!
Soundodger+
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.
Electronic Super Joy
Electronic Super Joy is a brutally hard platformer set in a world of pulse-pounding electronic music. Run, jump, smash & fly your way through 45+ weird & different levels, with low-gravity, world rotation, giant monsters & swarming missiles.
Beatbuddy: Tale of the Guardians
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.
Retro/Grade
Play a classic Shoot 'Em Up... in reverse!
BIT.TRIP Presents... Runner2: Future Legend of Rhythm Alien
Step into rhythmic bliss with Runner2! Best Indie Game winner, Guinness World Record holder, and narrated by Charles Martinet. Unleash vibrant moves and beats in 120 levels!
Super Hexagon
Super Hexagon is a minimal action game by Terry Cavanagh, with music by Chipzel.
Before the Echo
Before the Echo combines elements of both rhythm and role-playing games to create an entirely unique experience.
BIT.TRIP RUNNER
Experience the rhythmic thrill of BIT.TRIP RUNNER! With its retro charm, simple controls, and award-winning visuals, this classic sets the standard for rhythm gaming. Don't miss the game that started it all in the acclaimed runner series.
BIT.TRIP BEAT
From gameplay to visuals to music and imagination, BIT.TRIP BEAT is inspired by classic games in every way. Get sucked into a whole new world of sight and sound as you juggle beats and ride the vibe in this modern look at the beginning of it all. BIT.
The Polynomial - Space of the music
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.
Beat Hazard
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.
Secret of the Magic Crystals
In this game you manage a horse-breeding farm set in a fantasy surrounding. The game enables you to breed legendary horses such as Pegasus, Unicorn, Fire-steed, Ice-steed and Demon-steed. You can buy over 700 objects during the game. Make all kinds of horseshoes as well as lots of magical potions for your horses.
Most played rhythm games on Steam
Take a look at the top rhythm games that are currently attracting the largest player bases on the Steam platform, as of June 15th 2025.
1. Rocksmith® 2014 Edition REMASTERED LEARN & PLAY
Play guitar or bass and start your musical journey with Rocksmith 2014 Remastered Learn & Play! Perfect for beginners and pros, learn at your own rythmm with 60 tracks and customizable tools. Get ready to rock! Rocksmith® 2014 Edition REMASTERED LEARN & PLAY is a music, education and simulation game developed by Ubisoft - San Francisco and Ubisoft - Osaka and published by Ubisoft. Released on December 19th 2024 has received 23,850 reviews of which 21,217 were positive and 2,633 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.7 out of 10. The game has hit the top spot as the #1 most played rhythm game, thanks to its 689 peak concurrent players over the last day.
8.7
21,217
2,633
689
players
2. A Dance of Fire and Ice
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. A Dance of Fire and Ice is a rhythm, music and difficult game developed by 7th Beat Games and published by 7th Beat Games and indienova. Released on January 24th 2019 has received 73,471 reviews of which 69,052 were positive and 4,419 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.3 out of 10. While seeing 612 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #2 among rhythm games based on player count.
9.3
69,052
4,419
612
players
3. Beat Saber
Beat Saber is a VR rhythm game where you slash the beats of adrenaline-pumping music as they fly towards you, surrounded by a futuristic world. Beat Saber is a vr, rhythm and music game developed and published by Beat Games. Released on May 21st 2019 has received 74,612 reviews of which 71,341 were positive and 3,271 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.4 out of 10. While seeing 505 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #3 among rhythm games based on player count.
9.4
71,341
3,271
505
players
4. Rift of the NecroDancer
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. Rift of the NecroDancer is a rhythm, minigames and female protagonist game developed by Brace Yourself Games and Tic Toc Games and published by Klei Publishing. Released on February 05th 2025 has received 3,196 reviews of which 3,051 were positive and 145 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.2 out of 10. With 354 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #4 spot among the most played rhythm games.
9.2
3,051
145
354
players
5. Muse Dash
Paradise of parkour & rhythm game ★★★ — Muse Dash!! Muse Dash is a music, rhythm and anime game developed by peropero and published by hasuhasu. Released on June 19th 2019 has received 119,429 reviews of which 107,491 were positive and 11,938 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.9 out of 10. With 340 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #5 spot among the most played rhythm games.
8.9
107,491
11,938
340
players
6. Crypt of the NecroDancer
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! Crypt of the NecroDancer is a rhythm, female protagonist and difficult game developed by Brace Yourself Games and published by Brace Yourself Games and Klei Entertainment. Released on April 23rd 2015 has received 25,116 reviews of which 24,053 were positive and 1,063 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.4 out of 10. With 318 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #6 spot among the most played rhythm games.
9.4
24,053
1,063
318
players
7. Hatsune Miku: Project DIVA Mega Mix+
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. Hatsune Miku: Project DIVA Mega Mix+ is a rhythm, anime and arcade game developed and published by SEGA. Released on May 26th 2022 has received 19,033 reviews of which 17,905 were positive and 1,128 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.2 out of 10. With 284 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #7 spot among the most played rhythm games.
9.2
17,905
1,128
284
players
8. DJMAX RESPECT V
DJMAX RESPECT V is the latest installment from the creators of the critically acclaimed rhythm game franchise ‘DJMAX.’ Experience tracks from popular artists such as Marshmello, Porter Robinson, and Yukika, exclusive Full HD Music Videos, online multiplayer, new game modes, and more! DJMAX RESPECT V is a rhythm, music and casual game developed and published by NEOWIZ. Released on March 11th 2020 has received 29,126 reviews of which 26,014 were positive and 3,112 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.8 out of 10. With 232 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #8 spot among the most played rhythm games.
8.8
26,014
3,112
232
players
9. Just Shapes & Beats
"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. Just Shapes & Beats is a rhythm, great soundtrack and music game developed and published by Berzerk Studio. Released on May 31st 2018 has received 22,150 reviews of which 21,613 were positive and 537 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.5 out of 10. With 222 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #9 spot among the most played rhythm games.
9.5
21,613
537
222
players
10. LoveBeat
LoveBeat is a free-to-play rhythm game. A lot of amazing indie songs will give you both the excitement of playing the game and the delight of listening to your favorite songs at the same time. Let’s join LoveBeat dance party where it’s full of friendly people all over the world! LoveBeat is a free to play, rhythm and massively multiplayer game developed and published by CRAZYDIAMOND CO. and LTD.. Released on January 13th 2016 has received 1,630 reviews of which 1,228 were positive and 402 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.3 out of 10. With 173 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #10 spot among the most played rhythm games.
7.3
1,228
402
173
players
Best deals on rhythm games on Steam
Discover fantastic savings with the best discounts on a variety of rhythm games available on Steam right now, updated on June 15th 2025. Looking for even more deals? Use the search filters to explore a wider range of discounted rhythm games.
1. Slash It 2
Slash It 2 is a 2D colorful arcade game. The goal is to press letters, numbers and type words in the right time and direction. Slash It 2 is a casual, indie and action game developed by EGAMER and published by SA Industry. Released on January 24th 2017 has received 1,256 reviews of which 1,104 were positive and 152 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.4 out of 10. Featuring a massive 99% discount, this game currently holds the #1 spot in the best deals for rhythm category.
8.4
1,104
152
-99%
39.99€
0.45€
2. BPM: BULLETS PER MINUTE
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. BPM: BULLETS PER MINUTE is a fps, rhythm and rogue-like game developed and published by Awe Interactive. Released on September 15th 2020 has received 11,114 reviews of which 10,091 were positive and 1,023 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.8 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 98% discount, this game is now the #2 best deal in rhythm games.
8.8
10,091
1,023
-98%
19.50€
0.52€
3. Songbird Symphony
Musical Metroidvania, with pixel art to die for. Guide orphaned chick 'Birb', on a platform adventure, as he faces off against the denizens of the forest in rhythm-action boss battles. Acclaimed for its gorgeous animation, and heart-warming storytelling, as Birb strives to discover his true origins. Songbird Symphony is a metroidvania, side scroller and exploration game developed by Joysteak Studios and published by PQube. Released on July 25th 2019 has received 646 reviews of which 581 were positive and 65 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.4 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 98% discount, this game is now the #3 best deal in rhythm games.
8.4
581
65
-98%
14.99€
0.43€
4. Beat Hazard 2
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. Beat Hazard 2 is a rhythm, music-based procedural generation and procedural generation game developed and published by Cold Beam Games. Released on October 16th 2019 has received 2,231 reviews of which 1,933 were positive and 298 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.3 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 98% discount, this title has earned the #4 position in the best deals for rhythm games.
8.3
1,933
298
-98%
18.49€
0.45€
5. Headbangers: Rhythm Royale
Headbangers is a light-hearted, Rhythm Battle Royale Game where you and 29 other Pigeons compete against each other, all to complete your quest of claiming the title of Master Headbanger! Headbangers: Rhythm Royale is a casual, rhythm and battle royale game developed by Glee-Cheese Studio and published by Team17. Released on October 31st 2023 has received 1,080 reviews of which 766 were positive and 314 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.8 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 98% discount, this title has earned the #5 position in the best deals for rhythm games.
6.8
766
314
-98%
19.99€
0.58€
6. Metal: Hellsinger
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. Metal: Hellsinger is a rhythm, fps and atmospheric game developed by The Outsiders and published by Funcom. Released on September 15th 2022 has received 15,766 reviews of which 15,140 were positive and 626 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.4 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 97% discount, this title has earned the #6 position in the best deals for rhythm games.
9.4
15,140
626
-97%
29.99€
1.09€
7. Thumper
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. Thumper is a rhythm, indie and action game developed and published by Drool. Released on October 10th 2016 has received 4,213 reviews of which 3,867 were positive and 346 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.8 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 97% discount, this title has earned the #7 position in the best deals for rhythm games.
8.8
3,867
346
-97%
19.99€
0.75€
8. Synth Riders
Let the music move you in Synth Riders, a dance-action VR rhythm game with custom song support and a thriving multiplayer community! Synth Riders is a vr, rhythm and music game developed and published by Kluge Interactive. Released on October 31st 2019 has received 1,577 reviews of which 1,453 were positive and 124 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.8 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 97% discount, this title has earned the #8 position in the best deals for rhythm games.
8.8
1,453
124
-97%
24.99€
0.79€
9. Old School Musical
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. Old School Musical is a indie, action and adventure game developed by La Moutarde and published by Dear Villagers. Released on September 13th 2018 has received 906 reviews of which 835 were positive and 71 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.7 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 97% discount, this title has earned the #9 position in the best deals for rhythm games.
8.7
835
71
-97%
12.99€
0.39€
10. Electronauts - VR Music
Immerse yourself in an interactive sonic environment where you build, drop, and jam with your friends and top artists. Remix over 80 tracks and express yourself like never before. Electronauts sets the stage for you to DJ, perform, and make music magic in virtual reality. Electronauts - VR Music is a casual, music and vr game developed and published by Survios. Released on August 07th 2018 has received 490 reviews of which 449 were positive and 41 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.5 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 97% discount, this title has earned the #10 position in the best deals for rhythm games.
8.5
449
41
-97%
16.79€
0.58€
Free rhythm games on Steam
Check out this fantastic list of free-to-play rhythm games you can enjoy on Steam right now, updated on June 15th 2025. Looking for even more free titles? Use the search filters to explore a wider range of free to play rhythm games.
1. LoveBeat
LoveBeat is a free-to-play rhythm game. A lot of amazing indie songs will give you both the excitement of playing the game and the delight of listening to your favorite songs at the same time. Let’s join LoveBeat dance party where it’s full of friendly people all over the world! LoveBeat is a free to play, rhythm and massively multiplayer game developed and published by CRAZYDIAMOND CO. and LTD.. Released on January 13th 2016 has received 1,630 reviews of which 1,228 were positive and 402 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.3 out of 10. With 173 active players enjoying it for free, this strategy game has reached the #1 spot among the top free rhythm games on Steam.
7.3
1,228
402
173
players
2. Quaver
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. Quaver is a rhythm, free to play and music game developed and published by Swan. Released on August 19th 2022 has received 15,519 reviews of which 14,267 were positive and 1,252 were negative resulting in a rating of 9.0 out of 10. Thanks to its free to play tag and a daily player base of 162, this rhythm game has secured the #2 spot in the ranking of free rhythm games on Steam.
9.0
14,267
1,252
162
players
3. Idol Party
“WOW,you can really dance!” Welcome to IDOL PARTY. Immerse yourself in dance and song to find friends in this social game. Charm your love with moves and melodies, pledge togetherness, marry, and start a family. Tired? Farm or play mini-games for endless fun! Idol Party is a online co-op, rhythm and free to play game developed and published by LONGYOU TECHNOLOGY PTE.LTD.. Released on August 15th 2024 has received 484 reviews of which 366 were positive and 118 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.2 out of 10. Thanks to its free to play tag and a daily player base of 138, this rhythm game has secured the #3 spot in the ranking of free rhythm games on Steam.
7.2
366
118
138
players
4. McOsu
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. McOsu is a rhythm, free to play and anime game developed and published by McKay. Released on March 20th 2017 has received 6,185 reviews of which 5,484 were positive and 701 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.6 out of 10. The game currently holds the #4 spot among the most played free rhythm games on Steam.
8.6
5,484
701
82
players
5. vivid/stasis
Rhythm-mystery hybrid game about uncovering the dark truth about a mysterious organization. Everything happens for a reason. However, the truth behind that reason is left obstructed. vivid/stasis is a rhythm, visual novel and lgbtq+ game developed by Team Vividstasis and published by Hajimeli and SKY HOUR WORKS. Released on March 07th 2023 has received 2,199 reviews of which 2,056 were positive and 143 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.9 out of 10. The game currently holds the #5 spot among the most played free rhythm games on Steam.
8.9
2,056
143
44
players
6. Lofi Ping Pong
Meditative rhythm ping-pong Lofi Ping Pong is a music, rhythm and pixel graphics game developed by Calvares and published by Kalvarez A. Party. Released on March 12th 2019 has received 1,652 reviews of which 1,402 were positive and 250 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.1 out of 10. The game currently holds the #6 spot among the most played free rhythm games on Steam.
8.1
1,402
250
10
players
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7. UNBEATABLE [white label]
A young girl learns a song. An exclusive side-story set in the world of D-CELL GAMES' upcoming rhythm-adventure. UNBEATABLE [white label] is a rhythm, anime and female protagonist game developed and published by D-CELL GAMES. Released on May 07th 2021 has received 8,367 reviews of which 8,110 were positive and 257 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.4 out of 10. The game currently holds the #7 spot among the most played free rhythm games on Steam.
9.4
8,110
257
4
players
8. YUR
Fitness Tracking across ANY VR Game YUR is a utilities, vr and early access game developed and published by YUR Inc. Released on September 02nd 2020 has received 513 reviews of which 418 were positive and 95 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.7 out of 10. The game currently holds the #8 spot among the most played free rhythm games on Steam.
7.7
418
95
4
players
9. Neon Beats
Beat your best scores in Neon Beats, a 2D platformer game with rhythm based levels! Neon Beats is a free to play, rhythm and music game developed by OKYO GAMES and published by OKYO GAMES and Dear Villagers. Released on May 03rd 2019 has received 6,508 reviews of which 6,221 were positive and 287 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.2 out of 10. The game currently holds the #9 spot among the most played free rhythm games on Steam.
9.2
6,221
287
2
players
10. MuseSwipr
A rhythm game where you swipe between two lanes to the beat. Form your own flow and unleash your greatest swiping performance. MuseSwipr is a rhythm, music and difficult game developed and published by Kartsu and Erkfir. Released on December 20th 2022 has received 656 reviews of which 563 were positive and 93 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.1 out of 10. The game currently holds the #10 spot among the most played free rhythm games on Steam.
8.1
563
93
1
players