Best Music 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 music games. For those who prefer not to search, lists of the most played, top deals and best free music games are available at the bottom of the page.
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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!
Savant - Ascent
A malicious orb has cast Savant out of his tower and transformed his surroundings into dangerous enemies!Dodge and shoot your way back up the tower, and blast down waves of enemies as you make your way towards the top! As you progress, you unlock CDs that not only give you new tracks to play to, but also grant you powerful new abilities!
Finding Teddy
We are currently working on Finding Teddy 2 !!Stay tuned, we are currently sending confidential preview versions to journalistsSpecial Offer : Buy Finding Teddy and get Free OST !In BriefThe revival of Point'n-Click.Graphics completely handmade, realized pixel by pixel.
Intake
Intake is the new retro-futuristic drugstep arcade shooter from Cipher Prime. In this polychromatic love child of Dr. Mario and Ikaruga, you battle a never-ending barrage of pills, pushing your skill and reflexes to the limit to avoid a lethal dosage.
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.
Rayman® Legends
Michel Ancel, the celebrated creator of Rayman®, Beyond Good & Evil®, and the Raving Rabbids®, returns to unleash his innovative creativity on this new entry into the Rayman® franchise.When Rayman, Globox, and the Teensies discover a mysterious tent filled with captivating paintings, they are suddenly transported to a series of...
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!
Brutal Legend
Brütal Legend is an action-adventure that marries visceral action combat with open-world freedom. Set in a universe somewhere between Lord of the Rings and Spinal Tap, it’s a fresh take on the action/driving genre, which in this case is full of imitation cover bands, demons intent on enslaving humanity and Heavy metal tunes.
Proteus
Proteus is a game about exploration and immersion in a dream-like island world where the soundtrack to your play is created by your surroundings. Played in first-person, the primary means of interaction is simply your presence in the world and how you observe it.
Super Hexagon
Super Hexagon is a minimal action game by Terry Cavanagh, with music by Chipzel.
Hotline Miami
Hotline Miami is a high-octane action game overflowing with raw brutality, hard-boiled gunplay and skull crushing close combat.
Superbrothers: Sword & Sworcery EP
Traverse a mythic little realm, use a sword to do battle & evoke sworcery to solve mystical musical mysteries.
PixelJunk™ Eden
Swing, climb, and jump your way through massive “gardens” of vibrant other-worldly plant-life in this truly organic platformer.
Before the Echo
Before the Echo combines elements of both rhythm and role-playing games to create an entirely unique experience.
Mafia II (Classic)
Vito Scaletta has started to make a name for himself on the streets of Empire Bay as someone who can be trusted to get a job done. Together with his buddy Joe, he is working to prove himself to the Mafia, quickly escalating up the family ladder with crimes of larger reward, status and consequence… the life as a wise guy isn’t quite as...
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.Most played music games on Steam
Take a look at the top music games that are currently attracting the largest player bases on the Steam platform, as of April 17th 2025.
1. Geometry Dash
Jump and fly your way through danger in this rhythm-based action platformer! Geometry Dash is a difficult, music and level editor game developed and published by RobTop Games. Released on December 22nd 2014 has received 410,026 reviews of which 383,002 were positive and 27,024 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.3 out of 10. The game has hit the top spot as the #1 most played music game, thanks to its 18,112 peak concurrent players over the last day.
9.3
383,002
27,024
18,112
players
2. Soundpad
Play sounds in voice chats in high digital quality. Add sounds or music to your microphone signal so others will hear it, too. Soundpad is a utilities, audio production and music game developed and published by Leppsoft. Released on September 30th 2017 has received 84,632 reviews of which 81,333 were positive and 3,299 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.5 out of 10. While seeing 16,167 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #2 among music games based on player count.
9.5
81,333
3,299
16,167
players
3. Spirit City: Lofi Sessions
Spirit City: Lofi Sessions is a gamified focus tool, set to a soothing lofi soundtrack. Discover and collect Spirits, customize your cozy virtual space, and facilitate your real-life tasks with a collection of handy features designed to improve concentration and ease stress. Spirit City: Lofi Sessions is a cozy, relaxing and utilities game developed and published by Mooncube Games. Released on April 08th 2024 has received 11,232 reviews of which 10,970 were positive and 262 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.5 out of 10. While seeing 1,654 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #3 among music games based on player count.
9.5
10,970
262
1,654
players
4. 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 23,679 reviews of which 21,095 were positive and 2,584 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.7 out of 10. With 701 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #4 spot among the most played music games.
8.7
21,095
2,584
701
players
5. 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 74,429 reviews of which 71,160 were positive and 3,269 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.4 out of 10. With 491 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #5 spot among the most played music games.
9.4
71,160
3,269
491
players
6. 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 72,279 reviews of which 67,921 were positive and 4,358 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.3 out of 10. With 416 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #6 spot among the most played music games.
9.3
67,921
4,358
416
players
7. 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 118,846 reviews of which 106,888 were positive and 11,958 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.9 out of 10. With 290 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #7 spot among the most played music games.
8.9
106,888
11,958
290
players
8. 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 2,875 reviews of which 2,749 were positive and 126 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.2 out of 10. With 198 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #8 spot among the most played music games.
9.2
2,749
126
198
players
9. 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 1,616 reviews of which 1,222 were positive and 394 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.3 out of 10. With 195 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #9 spot among the most played music games.
7.3
1,222
394
195
players
10. 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 28,642 reviews of which 25,569 were positive and 3,073 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.8 out of 10. With 194 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #10 spot among the most played music games.
8.8
25,569
3,073
194
players
Best deals on music games on Steam
Discover fantastic savings with the best discounts on a variety of music games available on Steam right now, updated on April 17th 2025. Looking for even more deals? Use the search filters to explore a wider range of discounted music games.
1. Stray Gods: The Roleplaying Musical
Gods. Romance. Murder. Musical Numbers?! Play as Grace in a world where Greek Gods live in hiding among us. Change your fate as you draw friends, foes & lovers into song using your powers of musical persuasion to unravel the mystery of the Last Muse's death. Stray Gods: The Roleplaying Musical is a interactive fiction, story rich and female protagonist game developed by Summerfall Studios and published by Humble Games. Released on August 09th 2023 has received 3,267 reviews of which 3,020 were positive and 247 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.9 out of 10. Featuring a massive 96% discount, this game currently holds the #1 spot in the best deals for music category.
8.9
3,020
247
-96%
26.25€
1.05€
2. Wandersong
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! Wandersong is a music, adventure and comedy game developed by Wishes Ultd., Greg Lobanov and A Shell in the Pit and published by Greg Lobanov. Released on September 27th 2018 has received 3,586 reviews of which 3,418 were positive and 168 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.2 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 94% discount, this game is now the #2 best deal in music games.
9.2
3,418
168
-94%
18.83€
1.13€
3. 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 15,456 reviews of which 14,852 were positive and 604 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.4 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 90% discount, this game is now the #3 best deal in music games.
9.4
14,852
604
-90%
30.90€
3.09€
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 2,200 reviews of which 1,911 were positive and 289 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.3 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 90% discount, this title has earned the #4 position in the best deals for music games.
8.3
1,911
289
-90%
18.49€
1.84€
5. 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: Evil Strikes Back is a casual, indie and music game developed and published by Forever Entertainment S. A.. Released on May 23rd 2014 has received 813 reviews of which 680 were positive and 133 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.9 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 88% discount, this title has earned the #5 position in the best deals for music games.
7.9
680
133
-88%
7.99€
0.95€
6. Rhythm Sprout: Sick Beats & Bad Sweets
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. Rhythm Sprout: Sick Beats & Bad Sweets is a rhythm, action-adventure and difficult game developed by SURT and published by tinyBuild. Released on February 01st 2023 has received 709 reviews of which 664 were positive and 45 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.8 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 86% discount, this title has earned the #6 position in the best deals for music games.
8.8
664
45
-86%
15.00€
2.10€
7. The Metronomicon: Slay The Dance Floor
A Rhythm Role-Playing Game! Fight party crashing monsters with the power of music! Level your party and upgrade your gear while dancing to the beat of some groovin' tunes. Grab a friend and combine forces in all game modes in The Metronomicon: Slay the Dance Floor! The Metronomicon: Slay The Dance Floor is a rhythm, music and indie game developed by Puuba and published by Akupara Games. Released on September 29th 2016 has received 394 reviews of which 329 were positive and 65 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.8 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 85% discount, this title has earned the #7 position in the best deals for music games.
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329
65
-85%
19.20€
2.88€
8. Frederic: Resurrection of Music Director's Cut
New version of cult game with new levels and exclusive Steam online multiplayer! 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 Frederic: Resurrection of Music Director's Cut is a indie, action and casual game developed and published by Forever Entertainment S. A.. Released on April 21st 2016 has received 348 reviews of which 283 were positive and 65 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.6 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 85% discount, this title has earned the #8 position in the best deals for music games.
7.6
283
65
-85%
5.99€
0.89€
9. Spin Rhythm XD
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! Spin Rhythm XD is a rhythm, music and casual game developed and published by Super Spin Digital. Released on March 14th 2023 has received 4,025 reviews of which 3,912 were positive and 113 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.3 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 83% discount, this title has earned the #9 position in the best deals for music games.
9.3
3,912
113
-83%
18.24€
3.10€
10. AVICII Invector
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. AVICII Invector is a casual, indie and music game developed and published by Hello There Games. Released on December 10th 2019 has received 3,285 reviews of which 3,187 were positive and 98 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.3 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 80% discount, this title has earned the #10 position in the best deals for music games.
9.3
3,187
98
-80%
20.00€
4.00€
Free music games on Steam
Check out this fantastic list of free-to-play music games you can enjoy on Steam right now, updated on April 17th 2025. Looking for even more free titles? Use the search filters to explore a wider range of free to play music 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 1,616 reviews of which 1,222 were positive and 394 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.3 out of 10. With 195 active players enjoying it for free, this strategy game has reached the #1 spot among the top free music games on Steam.
7.3
1,222
394
195
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 15,368 reviews of which 14,145 were positive and 1,223 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 150, this music game has secured the #2 spot in the ranking of free music games on Steam.
9.0
14,145
1,223
150
players
3. 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 6,173 reviews of which 5,478 were positive and 695 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.6 out of 10. The game currently holds the #3 spot among the most played free music games on Steam.
8.6
5,478
695
92
players
4. projectM Music Visualizer
Experience psychedelic and mesmerizing visuals by transforming music into equations that render into a limitless array of user-contributed visualizations. projectM Music Visualizer is a colorful, simulation and music game developed and published by projectM. Released on July 26th 2020 has received 383 reviews of which 366 were positive and 17 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.8 out of 10. The game currently holds the #4 spot among the most played free music games on Steam.
8.8
366
17
22
players
5. 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 1,618 reviews of which 1,374 were positive and 244 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.1 out of 10. The game currently holds the #5 spot among the most played free music games on Steam.
8.1
1,374
244
6
players
6. Notanote
Welcome to Notanote！ Notanote is a casual, rhythm and music game developed and published by zzzProject. Released on February 13th 2024 has received 770 reviews of which 676 were positive and 94 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.3 out of 10. The game currently holds the #6 spot among the most played free music games on Steam.
8.3
676
94
3
players
7. 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 650 reviews of which 558 were positive and 92 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.1 out of 10. The game currently holds the #7 spot among the most played free music games on Steam.
8.1
558
92
3
players
8. 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 and published by OKYO GAMES. Released on May 03rd 2019 has received 6,499 reviews of which 6,214 were positive and 285 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.2 out of 10. The game currently holds the #8 spot among the most played free music games on Steam.
9.2
6,214
285
2
players
9. BlasterBeat
BlasterBeat is the award-winning PvP rhythm-shooter. Master shooting to a unique variety of tracks in dynamic and innovative gameplay in arenas that shine on the beat. BlasterBeat is a action, rhythm and shooter game developed and published by Muted Games. Released on June 09th 2023 has received 895 reviews of which 726 were positive and 169 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.7 out of 10. The game currently holds the #9 spot among the most played free music games on Steam.
7.7
726
169
1
players
10. Fantasynth One
Fantasynth One is an audio-reactive experience designed for Virtual Reality. Glide through a procedurally populated environment that comes alight with electronic music by French producer N'to. Fantasynth One is a audio production, indie and vr game developed and published by HelloEnjoy. Released on April 20th 2017 has received 473 reviews of which 453 were positive and 20 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.9 out of 10. The game currently holds the #10 spot among the most played free music games on Steam.
8.9
453
20