Rhythm Games Hall of Fame

A comprehensive list of rhythm games I've gotten the chance to play because I'm hyperfixated with this genre (notes include platforms, what I played on, and some general thoughts). Game suggestions are welcome!

Rhythm Emulators or Games not included in Backloggd that I’ve played:

TJAPlayer3 (PC) - ⭐︎ ⭐︎ ⭐︎
O2Mania (PC) - ⭐︎ ⭐︎ ⭐︎
BeatX (Android) - ⭐︎ ⭐︎
Arcaoid (iOS) - ⭐︎ ⭐︎.5
Project Pentjet (iOS) - ⭐︎ ⭐︎ ⭐︎

DJMax Respect V
DJMax Respect V
Platforms: PC, Xbox Series, Xbox One
Played On: PC

I'm glad DJMax got an official release on PC. A great port but I'm also too broke to buy all the DLCs.
Groove Coaster: Wai Wai Party!!!!
Groove Coaster: Wai Wai Party!!!!
Platform: Switch
Played On: PC, Switch

I can't express how much this game changed my viewpoint on switch rhythm games. Just thanking God my controller is still intact.

The DLC packs are honestly really great and I can't even explain how tight the gameplay is. Just a really fun time waster overall
Hatsune Miku: Project Diva F 2nd
Hatsune Miku: Project Diva F 2nd
Platforms: PS3, PSVITA
Played On: PC

I added a mod from the modding discord that adds most of the PDX songs and I don't really pick up my PS4 to play that game anymore since they're all on my emulated version of this game
Hatsune Miku: Project Diva Mega Mix+
Hatsune Miku: Project Diva Mega Mix+
Platform: PC
Played On: PC

One of my main rhythm games, also probably the best way to play an official PD game if you can fix the framerate issues the PC port has

It’s Sunday, 07/23/2023 and I have lost all my progress because steam cloud sucks doodoo and corrupted my currently accumulated EX and EXEX perfects save data into nothingness. Don’t forget to export your saves guys or use Diva Mod Loader for the diva save mod. I’m lucky I was paranoid enough to at least have videos and recordings of all of them in my Twitch and YouTube
Project Heartbeat
Project Heartbeat
Platform: PC
Played On: PC

THE DEFINITIVE way to play PD songs on PC. Not only does it have its own community and official selection of songs, but you can ALSO import MM+ into it if you own the game and the DLC AND import PPD beatmaps into it as well in a pretty intuitive way. Can't stress enough how universally accessible this game is for a PC PD player
Sonolus
Sonolus
Platforms: iOS, Android
Played On: iOS, Android

The definitive way to play a lot of popular gacha rhythm games (proseka, bandori, LLSIF, hell even non-gacha games like voez and taiko) + other custom community maps based on those rhythm games. No gacha is an instant win
Taiko no Tatsujin Portable DX
Taiko no Tatsujin Portable DX
Platform: PSP
Played On: PC

Seeing Ura Oni in this game for the first time scared the living HELL out of me
Theatrhythm Final Bar Line
Theatrhythm Final Bar Line
Platform: Switch
Played On: Switch, PC

I'm actually obsessed with this game. I didn't know it could get any better after curtain call but, I was pleasantly surprised. More content, a more engaging story-mode and the mapping improved by a lot. Probably won't see me playing any other game aside from this for a while
Clone Hero
Clone Hero
Platform: PC
Played On: PC

I can play a guitar in real life, but something about playing the plastic ones mess with my brain and I don't understand! Still really fun regardless, just wish I was a bit better at it
Dynamix
Dynamix
Platforms: Android, iOS
Played On: iOS

I vividly remember this being one of my very first rhythm games on my very first iPad along with osu!stream (hot garbage) and LLSIF (now dead, RIP). I really like the three-way note approach but because of that the difficulty spike can be BRUTAL
Elite Beat Agents
Elite Beat Agents
Platform: Nintendo DS
Played On: Nintendo 3DS

Interesting localization! I wish they did more
Etterna
Etterna
Platform: PC
Played On: PC

Finally bit the bullet and tried the etterna client, and I gotta say it's outstanding. Responsive, and the mapping community is top-tier. Probably the best way to play a community VSRG at the moment
Groove Coaster EX
Platform: Arcade
Played On: PC

Teknoparrot. That is all.
Hatsune Miku: Project Diva F
Hatsune Miku: Project Diva F
Platforms: PS3, PSVita
Played On: PC

The F games were PEAK console PD games and I need more of them to come out. Please, SEGA, stop milking the arcade ver. and make more console PD installments!
Heaven Studio
Heaven Studio
Platform: PC
Played On: PC

Runs smooth as butter. God this game is a treat. Seriously wish I was good at heaven-like games cause this slaps SO hard
Moero! Nekketsu Rhythm Damashii Osu! Tatakae! Ouendan 2
Moero! Nekketsu Rhythm Damashii Osu! Tatakae! Ouendan 2
Platform: Nintendo DS
Played on: Nintendo 3DS

The song selection in this installment is just top tier— I still find myself playing this one from time to time when I get on my 2DS
Phigros
Phigros
Platforms: iOS, Android
Played On: iOS

For a freeware game, this game has a huge selection of songs that are of extremely high quality. High up there in my top recommended mobile rhythm games
Rhythm Doctor
Rhythm Doctor
Platforms: PC, Android, iOS, Switch
Played On: PC

Love this game! Each case is so interesting and every level just oozes with personality. Community maps are really creative too
Rhythm Heaven
Rhythm Heaven
Platform: Nintendo DS
Played On: Nintendo 3DS

I don't remember if it's this installment or not, but there was one with the cheerleaders with the signs and I could NEVER do that one for the life of me
Spin Rhythm XD
Spin Rhythm XD
Platforms: Switch, PC
Played On: PC

Really complicated but fun game. Sadly I never really got into it so I don't usually get on the game unless it comes into my mind- which only happens once in a blue moon
Taiko no Tatsujin: Drum 'n' Fun!
Taiko no Tatsujin: Drum 'n' Fun!
Platform: Switch
Played On: Switch

The base game song selection is kinda garbo, but the overall quality of the game is still really good. Just don't have enough money to get the DLC
Taiko no Tatsujin Portable
Taiko no Tatsujin Portable
Platform: PSP
Played On: PC

I feel the same way about almost every taiko game so whatever I said to the other ones can apply to this one too
Theatrhythm Final Fantasy: Curtain Call
Theatrhythm Final Fantasy: Curtain Call
Platform: 3DS
Played On: 3DS

I can’t believe I never got the chance to play this game until 2023… whew this game rekindled my love for FF music
A Dance of Fire and Ice
A Dance of Fire and Ice
Platforms: PC, Android, iOS
Played On: PC

Love the community maps. I get a little confused by the visual cues though when some maps change BPM or tempo (but that happens with a lot of other rhythm games so it's mainly a skill issue on my part)
Arcaea
Arcaea
Platforms: Switch, iOS, Android
Played On: iOS

Sky notes that drag are the death of me and is genuinely what's holding me back from getting into this game
ChainBeet
ChainBeet
Platform: Android, iOS
Played On: iOS

The general UI feels really, indie? Like it’s obvious one person made this game. Not that that’s a bad thing, I actually quite like it since it gives it a certain charm. The quality of the mapping can be varied, but overall I had a lot of fun with this game. And for the price of free? And still getting updated? With a shit ton of songs? This game is an overall banger
Crypt of the NecroDancer
Crypt of the NecroDancer
Platforms: Switch, PS4, Vita, Xbox One, PC, Android, iOS
Played On: PC

I wish I could say I liked this, but I didn't because I'm bad at it. Objectively this game is honestly awesome, but I'm gonna have to give myself more time to master this game so I can suck less
Cytus
Cytus
Platforms: iOS, Android
Played On: iOS, Android

The song list is very impressive and for what it’s worth it was a great experience. I prefer this more than the second game
D4DJ Groovy Mix
D4DJ Groovy Mix
Platforms: iOS, Android
Played On: iOS

I can’t even describe objectively why I love this game…
Dance Dance Revolution A
Dance Dance Revolution A
Platform: Arcade
Played On: Arcade

I live in Toronto, and the only accessible place that has this cabinet and is also relatively close to me as a broke, non-driving university student is the singular Dave and Busters location just outside the city and one of only two D&B's in the province (or country, need to double check). Was it worth the trip? I don't know, one of the buttons on the pad was faulty but goddamn I'd be lying if I said I didn't have fun
Deemo
Deemo
Platforms: Android, iOS, Switch, PSVita
Played On: Android, iOS

The better Pianista with a great story
DJMax Portable 3
DJMax Portable 3
Platforms: PSVita, PSP
Played On: PC

My favourite DJMax instalment in the series. A must have for the vita and PSP
Groove Coaster AC
Platform: Arcade
Played On: PC

Teknoparrot. x2
Hatsune Miku: Colorful Stage!
Hatsune Miku: Colorful Stage!
Platforms: Android, iOS
Played On: iOS, Android

I love the characters, but I am so sick of gacha-based card score systems and I am so thankful the JP version introduced the accuracy mode that is purely skill-based
Hatsune Miku: Project Diva Extend
Hatsune Miku: Project Diva Extend
Platform: PSP
Played On: PC

Thank you PSP emulator for letting me play this game after my uncle bricked my original PSP trying to download this game in particular
Hatsune Miku: Project Diva Future Tone
Hatsune Miku: Project Diva Future Tone
Platform: PS4
Played On: PS4

Before MM+ came out, this was most definitely the best accessible PD game in the market in my opinion. Much cheaper than other PS4 rhythm games, and it has some songs exclusive to this game as well that are not on MM+ (but you can just mod them in so, lol)
Hatsune Miku: Project Diva Mega Mix
Hatsune Miku: Project Diva Mega Mix
Platform: Switch
Played On: PC

Never played the joycon version because I played this version on a switch emulator. Never touched this version again though after getting MM+
Hatsune Miku: Project Diva X
Hatsune Miku: Project Diva X
Platforms: Vita, PS4
Played On: PS4

My PS4 wasn't the same after I got this game. To this day this is my most played PS4 game. Song selection isn't as big as the other games, but the quality of the mapping kind of makes up for it. Kind of.
Hatsune Miku: Project Mirai DX
Hatsune Miku: Project Mirai DX
Platform: Nintendo 3DS
Played On: 3DS

I have the limited launch edition! Younger me loved this game so much and it still has a special place in my heart. Now, the songs are a bit too simplistic and easy for me but as a 3DS rhythm game title, I'm still impressed with what it achieved
IA/VT Colorful
IA/VT Colorful
Platform: PSVita
Played On: PSVita

I had more fun with this game than I expected! The timing window judgement is hard to get used to and is fairly strict, but still really fun to learn. The approach lane is also really interesting but can get really disorienting really fast. I’m glad IA and producers who use her at least got some flowers and appreciation through this game
Kovox Pitch
Kovox Pitch
Platform: PC
Played On: PC

The songs blend into each other and it's really nice to just turn off my brain and let my body go autopilot to play this game. The aesthetic is very nice, and the different note variations are easy to pick up and understand. Story is really stilted though but doesn’t really ruin my experience
Melatonin
Melatonin
Platforms: Switch, PS5, PC
Played on: PC

Will always suck at rhythm heaven-like games but god they're so fun
Muse Dash
Muse Dash
Platforms: PC, Android, iOS, Switch
Played On: PC

I like the aesthetic as well as the base song selection. I love their DLC philosophy of "one-time purchase" and you'll get any future song packs

To backtrack, they don't sell the DLC that unlocks future song packs anymore. Sucks, and I'm not sure if it's my computer, but I'm also starting to notice frame drops and stutters. Rarely see myself booting this game up anymore because of it.
Osu! Tatakae! Ouendan
Osu! Tatakae! Ouendan
Platform: Nintendo DS
Played On: Nintendo 3DS

OUENDAN! OUENDAN! OUENDAN! OUENDAN! I need to stop making this game into my personality trait it's not good for me. But seriously, this game is just a lot of fun even if the 3DS touch screen is hot garbage
Persona 4: Dancing All Night
Persona 4: Dancing All Night
Platform: PS4, PSVita
Played On: PC

The only exposure I have to the persona series is the hour I spent playing P5 and being forcibly fed the soundtrack for both the SMT and Persona series. The music for the persona series slaps and I've heard this is the best one in the dancing series and I can see why. Song list is pretty good. Story mode, even though I don't really understand for the most part, seem like really good fanservice for the fans. Gameplay wise, it's a little hard following the mapping given that its hard to distinguish what part of the song the rhythm is following. The approach lanes are too far apart for me too but I'll probably get used to it the more I play. When I get the chance I'll probably look into the other dancing series games but for now I'm content with this one
Quaver
Quaver
Platform: PC
Played On: PC

Not my preferred way to play 4k (though to be honest, I’m also too lazy to set up etterna so I actually use the stepmania engine) but I like testing the waters from time to time for 7k in this game, since the 7k mapping scene is very interesting to me
Rhythm Sprout
Rhythm Sprout
Platforms: PC, Xbox One, Xbox Series, PS4, PS5
Played On: PC

It's cute, that's for sure. I see what the humour and the story is trying to capture and it's not really my thing, but I can see why someone might enjoy how corny this game is. As a rhythm game, it's alright. It uses a single lane, three-button approach and it's honestly pretty easy in my opinion. I enjoyed the soundtrack though, and it definitely made my experience with this game a little better than lackluster because of it. Overall an okay game
Rhythm Tengoku
Rhythm Tengoku
Platform: GBA
Played On: Nintendo 3DS

Probably the best entry in the series, in my opinion
Rhythm Thief & the Emperor's Treasure
Rhythm Thief & the Emperor's Treasure
Platform: 3DS
Played On: 3DS

This game is so silly in a really camp way. My favourite aspect is by far the soundtrack though, it's so bombastic and fits the theme the game is going for to a T. But as a rhythm game, the timing can be really iffy. Although playing it with a PaRappa mindset (I don't know how to explain it, I think anyone reading this will get what I mean by it) kind of makes up for how janky the timing can get
Rock Band
Rock Band
Platforms: Wii, Xbox 360, PS2, PS3
Played On: Xbox 360

I bought this game without a guitar at first and waiting years to finally try it out after thrifting one feels so satisfying
Rotaeno
Rotaeno
Platform: iOS, Android
Played on: Android

Really fun! The gyro mechanics are a little hard to gauge though, it's hard to tell if the way you're holding the phone can actually detect the rotations you're doing. It's a very huge problem for me given that I... kinda move a lot and tend to be very harsh in movement when it comes to rhythm games. Also, reading the types of notes are hard with the default skin, thank god they have more options. Note hitsound also sounds like ass so I turned that off too. Overall an interesting experience, I like how experimental it is and for the price of the base game it's well worth its price
Space Channel 5: Part 2
Space Channel 5: Part 2
Platform: Dreamcast, PC, PS2, PS3, Xbox 360
Played On: PC

LEFT. RIGHT. LEFT. RIGHT.
StepMania
StepMania
Platform: PC
Played On: PC

Where I play a majority of my 4k VSRGs. REALLY wish I had a mat, but I've had no luck finding any at the moment nor am I rich enough to get a physical arcade pad
Thumper
Thumper
Platforms: PC, Android, iOS, SteamVR, PSVR, Xbox One, PS4, PS5, Switch, Stadia, Oculust Quest,
Played On: PS4

I thoroughly enjoyed this game when they offered it for free on the PSN store during covid lockdowns. Vroom vroom rhythm games (yes that’s what I call them, since idk what the actual term is) have a special place in my heart
Touhou Danmaku Kagura: Phantasia Lost
Touhou Danmaku Kagura: Phantasia Lost
Platforms: Switch, PC
Played On: PC

Not beginner friendly at all. Story is also extremely bland. But it’s touhou music with superb 6k mapping, so I enjoyed it for what it is. I never got to try the mobile version and it’s honestly a shame, given that so many people prefer that over this one.
Touhou Rhythm Carnival! Kurenai
Touhou Rhythm Carnival! Kurenai
Platform: PC
Played On: PC

I love touhou, I love rhythm games, I love touhou music, I suck at rhythm heaven-like games. What I'm trying to say is that this game was made for people like me and I love it
Trombone Champ
Trombone Champ
Platforms: Switch, PC
Played On: PC

Originally bought this cause haha funny game, but I'm obsessed with the community songs and all the charm this game has overall
Voez
Voez
Platforms: Switch, iOS, Android
Played On: iOS

I remember playing this game during launch and coming back to it years later getting confused by the drastic UI change
Avicii Invector
Avicii Invector
Platforms: Switch, PS4, Xbox One, Stadia, Meta Quest, PC
Played On: PC

RIP Avicii, I'm glad his music could be immortalized in such a fun game as well
BanG Dream! Girls Band Party!
BanG Dream! Girls Band Party!
Platform: iOS, Android
Played On: iOS, Android

What’s up with ugly approach lines? I loved this game and its song selection but I’m not gonna lie the approach line is hard to read
BPM: Bullets Per Minute
BPM: Bullets Per Minute
Platforms: PC, PS4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch
Played On: PC

The sudden surge of rogue-like/fps shooter rhythm games is interesting to me— and while it never really stuck to me, I can understand the demand
Cytoid
Cytoid
Platforms: Android, iOS
Played On: iOS

Didn’t dabble into this one too much. Forgot my account so I haven’t gotten the motivation to play more
Cytus II
Cytus II
Platforms: Android, iOS
Played On: iOS

I don't know if this is a popular opinion, nor do I really care to check since I don't know anyone who plays this game, but this game's UI is butt-ugly. Definitely prefer the first game in that regard. The story is better but honestly that's about the only thing I like more from this game compared to the first. Too much grinding and replay just to unlock not even a smidgen of progress
Flash Flash Revolution
Flash Flash Revolution
Platform: PC
Played On: PC

I'm so surprised people still play this but I'm glad they do because this was probably what got me into VSRGs and rhythm games in the first place
Groove Coaster 2 Original Style
Groove Coaster 2 Original Style
Platforms: iOS, Android
Played On: iOS

It's groove coaster on mobile, I don't really know what else to say ahahaha. It's serviceable for what it is but in my opinion it doesn't hold a candle to wai wai party or the arcade versions
Guitar Hero Arcade
Guitar Hero Arcade
Platform: Arcade
Played On: Arcade

Played it the same day I played DDRA, and similarly to that, something was broken (one of the fret buttons) and my god the guitars were heavier than any of my actual guitars. Couldn't stay standing for one song or else the whole strap was gonna choke me out
Gunvolt Records Cychronicle
Gunvolt Records Cychronicle
Platforms: PC, Xbox One, Xbox Series, PS4, PS5, Switch
Played On: PC

Music in this game is honest a banger, but the fucking circle pad notes suck (on the switch version, idk how it is on other consoles/pc). Barebones as hell when it comes to gameplay though, wish they did more with the lane approach
HarmoKnight
HarmoKnight
Platform: 3DS
Played On: 3DS

I wish I liked this game more but man, sometimes the timing really fucked me over. It has a lot of charm though and it won me over in that regard
Hatsune Miku: Project Diva
Hatsune Miku: Project Diva
Platform: PSP
Played On: PC

Extremely bare bones but I'm appreciative of the foundations it lay for the series
Hatsune Miku: Project Diva 2nd
Hatsune Miku: Project Diva 2nd
Platforms: PSP, PS3
Played On: PC

Intense Music of Hatsune Miku. That is all
Hatsune Miku: Project Mirai 2
Hatsune Miku: Project Mirai 2
Platform: 3DS
Played On: 3DS

DX is the realized, better version of this game. Wouldn’t try this out if you already have DX
Hello Kitty and Friends: Happiness Parade
Hello Kitty and Friends: Happiness Parade
Platforms: iOS, Android, Switch
Played On: iOS

I felt high and overstimulated playing this game. It’s like baby’s first Crypt of the Necrodancer with all the colours everywhere and movement based on the rhythm gameplay. Actually losing my mind over this game and I feel like my brain is melting off the longer I play
Hextech Mayhem: A League of Legends Story
Hextech Mayhem: A League of Legends Story
Platforms: Android, iOS, Switch, PC
Played On: iOS

This game is hard in a way I wish it wasn’t. Maybe it’s skill issue on my part but, playing this game on touchscreen does not feel good at all and is most definitely where my main issues lie in regards to its difficulty. As a rhythm-platform in the same vein as the bit.trip runner series though, I think it does it pretty well. Visually a little confusing, but I like the added difficulty it brings. I just wish the mobile Netflix versions were better to control.
Kalpa
Kalpa
Platform: Android, iOS
Played On: iOS

I really enjoy this game! Currently don’t have access to much of the songs, but the 5k approach lane just tickles my brain in the right ways
K-ON! Houkago Live!!
K-ON! Houkago Live!!
Platform: PSP
Played On: PC

I don't actually remember how this game is mechanically, all I remember was that younger me fell in love with this when I played it on the PSP and that I loved K-On! with all my being
Loud: My Road to Fame
Loud: My Road to Fame
Platforms: Nintendo Switch, Xbox One, PS5, PC
Played on: PC

The story was fairly short and I honestly kind of snoozed through it. Gameplay difficulty can be quite steep, but manageable if you’ve played a similar six-button circle layout like the Persona Dancing series. Overall a really cute way to spend your time
Love Live! School Idol Festival
Love Live! School Idol Festival
Platforms: Android, iOS
Played On: Android, iOS

RIP LLSIF. I got my dream cards right as the servers shut down. You will be missed.
Malody
Malody
Platforms: PC, Android, iOS
Played On: PC, iOS

I can't recommend the PC version of this open-source game. Mainly played this on my iPad and I had no complaints. Actually had a lot of fun with it and much of the game modes are very intuitive on touch screen controls
McOsu
McOsu
Platform: PC
Played On: PC

I remember when I actually cared about osu ranks and grinded this version instead for practice... what a dark time. All jokes aside though I like this game solely for the VR support
Milthm
Milthm
Platform: PC, Android, iOS
Played On: iOS

Very reminiscent of voez gameplay-wise. At the moment, not a lot of songs are out but I really enjoyed the mapping and song selection. Story is negligible though and I found myself dozing off and just tapping discriminately
Miracle Girls Festival
Miracle Girls Festival
Platform: PSVita
Played On: PC

I rated this higher than it objectively deserves because the song list in the game featured some of my favourite “cute girls doing cute things” anime that ended up giving me a huge wave of nostalgia. Sometimes it’s okay to be biased <3 gameplay-wise though this is as bare bones as a diva-like game can get.
Musynx
Musynx
Platforms: PC, Switch, Android, iOS, PSVita, PS4, Xbox Series
Played On: PC

Has the same DLC philosophy as Muse Dash with the "lifetime season's pass" thing with their "Friends Forever" pack. It’s a fun time waster, also has an interesting selection of maps and is still being regularly updated. The quality of the maps are a little weird sometimes (from pretty good to absolute garbage) but I still come back from time to time
OverRapid
OverRapid
Platforms: iOS, Android
Played On: iOS

I need more people to know about this game. 6k type of VSRGs are just hella awesome to me and this fits the bill in a lot of neat ways. Song selection is kinda stale though.
PaRappa the Rapper
PaRappa the Rapper
Platform: PS1. PSP
Played On: PC

I don't think I ever finished this game? Had a lot of fun though, will come back to it as well as try out other rhythm games similar to it
Pop Town
Pop Town
Platform: Nintendo DS
Played on: Nintendo 3DS

I didn't know I needed this game until now to cure my inner y2k girlie. The songs were pretty boring and the touchscreen was unbearable for harder songs but god this game takes the inner style over substance enjoyer out of me. Such a cute game and really fun overall
Rhythm Hell
Rhythm Hell
Platform: PC
Played On: PC

Tested my ability to sight read and spat on my face… I need to practice my polyrhythms because god knows playing repetitive bass line counterparts throughout my brass band years made me soft
Rhythm Journey
Rhythm Journey
Platform: PC
Played On: PC

I'll be honest, this game is really ugly. It plays similarly to ADOFAI, and between the both of those games, I'd rather play ADOFAI than this one. The song selection isn’t exactly the most enticing either. Though the game isn't inherently bad though, I just don't see myself coming back to it.
Rizline
Rizline
Platform: iOS, Android
Played On: Android

I really appreciate the minimalistic look! Menu UI was hard to navigate in the beginning though, did not understand where anything was. This game is very reminiscent of Groove Coaster but it doesn't have swipe notes nor judgement times. It's either you tapped/held it or you didn't. It sucks the freeware version only has three songs available, but depending on how I feel about it after a few more replays I might just buy the permanent event DLC (which is very vague in what it offers, something that is making me second guess myself from actually buying it)
Runner3
Runner3
Platforms: PC, PS4, Switch
Played On: PC

Don't think I've ever finished this one either along with the the whole Runner series. I heard it's pretty fun so I might pick them back up. Didn't really get into my first playthrough of this one after getting it in an itch.io bundle
Vigna's Stereo Switch
Vigna's Stereo Switch
Platform: PC, Web Browser
Played On: PC

Really interesting take on a one-button rhythm game. Lots of fun overall and arknights music is always great. Only gripe I really have is how unclear the row switches are in some songs. Very abrupt and the visual cues are hard to spot.
Vivid/Stasis
Vivid/Stasis
Platform: PC
Played On: PC

Love the concept and the untapped market of gay visual novel, mystery, and rhythm game it tried to package all at once. The UI is hot garbage though and the font is really hard to read
World Dai-star: Yume no Stellarium
World Dai-star: Yume no Stellarium
Platforms: Android, iOS
Played On: iOS

Since this game just came out, I think I can excuse a little bit of the ugly UI design and exactly how awful the SFX and general design is both in-game and in the menu. Gameplay is promising though and I’m having fun with it albeit the approach notes and play area are so confusingly pushed way up and feel quite scattered. I also really appreciate the accuracy-based scoring system
Audiosurf 2
Audiosurf 2
Platform: PC
Played On: PC

I don't really have much to say for this aside from vroom vroom?
Audition Online
Audition Online
Everyone I encounter in this game is already a God and it's very intimidating. Input isn't very rhythm oriented, it's more like "how fast can you tap these buttons before the fourth beat?"
ChikuTaku
ChikuTaku
Platform: Web Browser
Played On: Web Browser (PC)

The sprites are very well-done, and visually speaking this game is a treat. The rhythm-heaven like gameplay feels a bit lacking though given that you can’t manually change latency (which messed me up quite a bit in the beginning before I could get used to it). Loading times are frequently long and occasional asset loading is an issue.

Compass Live Arena
Compass Live Arena
Platform: iOS, Android
Played On: Android

I’ve never heard of the compass series prior to trying out this game. It’s especially a shame that I only got to try this game out after live service shut down. No way for me to get other songs nor try out the gacha system. With what I did have though, it was serviceable for what it was. An interesting selection of vocaloid tracks and gameplay very reminiscent of groove coaster. Wish the timing window was better though, given that sometimes my taps weren’t even registered half of the time and judgement is very loose/inconsistent. It would’ve been interesting seeing this game branch out a bit more but that’s just a what if that’ll never get the chance to happen. I’m surprised it even has an offline version after server shutdowns
Dance Rail 3
Dance Rail 3
Platform: Android, iOS
Played On: iOS

Wish the song list was more varied, but still quite fun albeit messy in its approach of lanes gameplay
Dedede's Drum Dash Deluxe
Dedede's Drum Dash Deluxe
Platform: 3DS
Played On: 3DS

Not really a rhythm game, it’s as much of a rhythm game as geometry dash claims to be. Still enjoyable though albeit hella short
Double Kick Heroes
Double Kick Heroes
Platforms: PC, Xbox One, Switch
Played On: PC

I wish I liked this game, but it had too much going on and it never really executed any of them very well. The approach lane is hard to read and fairly far from the car, which I think is detrimental given that the positioning of the car and what the characters are shooting at is just as important as the rhythm game aspect itself. Too much eye travel. As well, the button mapping is really unoptimized. Regularly felt my fingers cramping after playing the harder difficulties in this game, which doesn’t usually happen to me. The game has a lot of personality though, and I do like its soundtrack. I just wish the actual gameplay could make me stick around
El Tango de la Muerte
El Tango de la Muerte
Platform: PC
Played On: PC

Maybe I'm bad, but it was taking extra inputs I wasn't making and it was messing me hella in the game. I'll try this game another time if I can fix that because I really like the setup and simplicity

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