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osu!

osu! is a legendary free-to-play rhythm game that has cultivated one of the most dedicated competitive communities in ga...

Free Community Driven Competitive PC

9.8 Brilliant

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Beat Saber

Beat Saber is the definitive VR rhythm experience, tasking players with slashing through blocks representing musical bea...

Fitness Immersive Electronic Moddable

9.8 Brilliant

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DJMAX Respect V

DJMAX Respect V is the gold standard for traditional lane-based rhythm games on modern platforms. It features a massive,...

Multiplayer High Fidelity Electronic PC

9.5 Brilliant

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Cytus II

Cytus II is a narrative-heavy rhythm game that stands out for its deep world-building and futuristic aesthetic. Players...

Mobile Story Driven Electronic Touch

9.2 Excellent

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Sound Voltex Exceed Gear

Sound Voltex is the pinnacle of arcade rhythm gaming, known for its unique interface featuring four buttons and two anal...

Arcade Technical Electronic Hardcore

9.1 Excellent

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Sound Voltex Exceed Gear (Exceed Gear PC)

Sound Voltex is the pinnacle of Japanese arcade rhythm games, now available on PC via the Konami Amusement Game Station....

Technical Knob Control Japanese Hardcore

9.1 Excellent

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Deemo

Deemo is a beautiful, story-driven rhythm game that focuses on piano-based music. Players tap notes as they fall from th...

Mobile Story Driven Touch Emotional

9.0 Excellent

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Ragnarock

Ragnarock is a high-energy VR rhythm game where you play as a Viking captain leading your ship to victory by drumming to...

Multiplayer Metal VR Vikings

9.0 Excellent

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Guitar Hero III: Legends of Rock

Guitar Hero III remains the definitive entry in the plastic-guitar rhythm genre. Its tracklist is legendary, featuring i...

Classic Nostalgia Rock Console

8.9 Very Good

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VOEZ

VOEZ, from the creators of Cytus, offers a similar reverse-lane gameplay mechanic but with a distinct aesthetic and soun...

Mobile Story Driven Touch Dynamic

8.8 Very Good

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Metal: Hellsinger

Metal: Hellsinger is a rhythm-based first-person shooter that rewards you for shooting, dashing, and executing enemies i...

FPS Action Metal Visceral

8.8 Very Good

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Quaver

Quaver is a community-driven, open-source rhythm game designed for keyboard players. It features a clean interface, a ro...

Community Open Source Competitive Free To Play

8.7 Very Good

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Synth Riders

Synth Riders is a VR rhythm game that focuses on flow and movement rather than just hitting targets. Players follow line...

Fitness Immersive Dance Electronic

8.5 Very Good

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Pistol Whip

Pistol Whip is a cinematic VR rhythm-shooter that makes you feel like the star of an action movie. You move through styl...

Action Cinematic VR Shooter

8.4 Very Good

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Arcaea

Arcaea is a unique 3D rhythm game designed specifically for touch screens. It features a 'sky input' mechanic where play...

Anime Mobile Touch Challenging

8.4 Very Good

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Sayonara Wild Hearts

Sayonara Wild Hearts is a 'pop album video game' that prioritizes style, emotion, and cinematic flair over traditional r...

Stylish Cinematic Pop INDIE

8.3 Very Good

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Crypt of the NecroDancer

Crypt of the NecroDancer is a genre-defying masterpiece that blends rhythm-based gameplay with roguelike dungeon crawlin...

Music Pixel Art Challenging Roguelike

8.3 Very Good

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Thumper

Thumper is a self-described 'rhythm violence' game that is as intense as it is beautiful. You control a space beetle hur...

INDIE Atmospheric Horror Intense

8.3 Very Good

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Beatmania IIDX

Beatmania IIDX is the grandfather of modern lane-based rhythm games. With its seven-key layout and dedicated turntable c...

Arcade Technical Electronic Legendary

8.2 Very Good

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BPM: BULLETS PER MINUTE

BPM: BULLETS PER MINUTE is a rhythm-based roguelike FPS where you must shoot, reload, and jump in time with the beat. It...

FPS Action Challenging Roguelike

8.2 Very Good