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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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 April 16th 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 23,679 reviews of which 21,095 were positive and 2,584 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 725 peak concurrent players over the last day.
8.7
21,095
2,584
725
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 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. While seeing 450 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #2 among rhythm games based on player count.
9.3
67,921
4,358
450
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 74,429 reviews of which 71,160 were positive and 3,269 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.4 out of 10. While seeing 423 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #3 among rhythm games based on player count.
9.4
71,160
3,269
423
players
4. 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 #4 spot among the most played rhythm games.
8.9
106,888
11,958
290
players
5. 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 18,381 reviews of which 17,275 were positive and 1,106 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.2 out of 10. With 288 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #5 spot among the most played rhythm games.
9.2
17,275
1,106
288
players
6. 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 216 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #6 spot among the most played rhythm games.
7.3
1,222
394
216
players
7. 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 2,805 reviews of which 2,686 were positive and 119 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.2 out of 10. With 210 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #7 spot among the most played rhythm games.
9.2
2,686
119
210
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 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 179 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #8 spot among the most played rhythm games.
8.8
25,569
3,073
179
players
9. 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. With 148 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #9 spot among the most played rhythm games.
9.0
14,145
1,223
148
players
10. 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 436 reviews of which 335 were positive and 101 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.3 out of 10. With 113 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #10 spot among the most played rhythm games.
7.3
335
101
113
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 April 16th 2025. Looking for even more deals? Use the search filters to explore a wider range of discounted rhythm games.
1. 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 11,053 reviews of which 10,039 were positive and 1,014 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.8 out of 10. Featuring a massive 94% discount, this game currently holds the #1 spot in the best deals for rhythm category.
8.8
10,039
1,014
-94%
21.00€
1.26€
2. 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 #2 best deal in rhythm games.
9.4
14,852
604
-90%
30.90€
3.09€
3. 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. Beat Hazard is a rhythm, music-based procedural generation and twin stick shooter game developed and published by Cold Beam Games. Released on April 15th 2010 has received 7,362 reviews of which 6,968 were positive and 394 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.2 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 90% discount, this game is now the #3 best deal in rhythm games.
9.2
6,968
394
-90%
9.75€
0.97€
4. 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 897 reviews of which 826 were positive and 71 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.7 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 90% discount, this title has earned the #4 position in the best deals for rhythm games.
8.7
826
71
-90%
12.99€
1.29€
5. 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 488 reviews of which 446 were positive and 42 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.5 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 90% discount, this title has earned the #5 position in the best deals for rhythm games.
8.5
446
42
-90%
16.79€
1.67€
6. 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 #6 position in the best deals for rhythm games.
8.3
1,911
289
-90%
18.49€
1.84€
7. 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 1,067 reviews of which 755 were positive and 312 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.8 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 89% discount, this title has earned the #7 position in the best deals for rhythm games.
6.8
755
312
-89%
20.55€
2.26€
8. 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 #8 position in the best deals for rhythm games.
8.8
664
45
-86%
15.00€
2.10€
9. Dub Dash
Dub Dash is a fast-paced rhythm based action game including music from Bossfight and the DJs of Geometry Dash. Spin your crazy wheel in harmony with the song and keep dodging left and right avoiding obstacles at high speed. Do you rock the funky roads of Dub Dash? Dub Dash is a action, racing and indie game developed by Incodra and published by Headup. Released on February 16th 2016 has received 307 reviews of which 218 were positive and 89 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.7 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 86% discount, this title has earned the #9 position in the best deals for rhythm games.
6.7
218
89
-86%
4.99€
0.69€
10. 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 25,019 reviews of which 23,962 were positive and 1,057 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.4 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 85% discount, this title has earned the #10 position in the best deals for rhythm games.
9.4
23,962
1,057
-85%
14.40€
2.16€
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 April 16th 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 1,616 reviews of which 1,222 were positive and 394 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.3 out of 10. With 216 active players enjoying it for free, this strategy game has reached the #1 spot among the top free rhythm games on Steam.
7.3
1,222
394
216
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 148, this rhythm game has secured the #2 spot in the ranking of free rhythm games on Steam.
9.0
14,145
1,223
148
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 436 reviews of which 335 were positive and 101 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.3 out of 10. Thanks to its free to play tag and a daily player base of 113, this rhythm game has secured the #3 spot in the ranking of free rhythm games on Steam.
7.3
335
101
113
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 6,173 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 #4 spot among the most played free rhythm games on Steam.
8.6
5,478
695
86
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 2,010 reviews of which 1,880 were positive and 130 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
1,880
130
45
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 1,618 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 #6 spot among the most played free rhythm games on Steam.
8.1
1,374
244
7
players
7. 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 509 reviews of which 417 were positive and 92 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.7 out of 10. The game currently holds the #7 spot among the most played free rhythm games on Steam.
7.7
417
92
7
players
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8. 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 8,291 reviews of which 8,036 were positive and 255 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.4 out of 10. The game currently holds the #8 spot among the most played free rhythm games on Steam.
9.4
8,036
255
5
players
9. 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 #9 spot among the most played free rhythm games on Steam.
8.1
558
92
5
players
10. 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 #10 spot among the most played free rhythm games on Steam.
9.2
6,214
285
3
players