Best Music-Based Procedural Generation Steam Deck Games
Steam currently has 329 Music-Based Procedural Generation games, but not all of them can be played on the Steam Deck. Explore our list with the best picks ranked by Player Score. Our Player Score rankings are calculated directly from reviews left on the Steam store and will be updated in real-time as more players leave their feedback. Music-Based Procedural Generation game rankings were last updated on 11/30/2024.
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1. 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 holds the #1 spot for "best Music-Based Procedural Generation Steam Deck game" with a Player Score of 94. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 24,603 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 23,588 positive reviews and 1,015 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $2.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Steam Price | $2.99 |
| Release Date | 4/23/2015 |
| Franchise | Klei |
| Developer | Brace Yourself Games |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 247080 |
2. Incredibox
Incredibox is a music game that lets you create your own music with the help of a merry crew of beatboxers.
Incredibox has achieved a Player Score of 93, placing it in the #2 spot for the best Music-Based Procedural Generation Steam Deck games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 4,059 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 3,930 positive reviews and 129 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $4.99 to play and can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Steam Price | $4.99 |
| Release Date | 4/30/2021 |
| Developer | So Far So Good |
| Publisher | So Far So Good |
| Steam App Id | 1545450 |
3. I MAED A GAM3 W1TH Z0MB1ES 1N IT!!!1
A top down twin stick zombie slaying shooter that you are sure to play again and again!
I MAED A GAM3 W1TH Z0MB1ES 1N IT!!!1 has achieved a Player Score of 93, placing it in the #3 spot for the best Music-Based Procedural Generation Steam Deck games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,594 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,562 positive reviews and 32 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is completely free to play and can be played and ran on both Windows and Linux systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Release Date | 11/11/2021 |
| Developers | |
| Publisher | Ska Studios |
| Steam App Id | 1800730 |
4. Melatonin
Melatonin is a rhythm game about dreams and reality merging together. It uses animations and sound cues to keep you on beat without any intimidating overlays or interfaces. Harmonize through a variety of dreamy levels containing surprising challenges, hand-drawn art, and vibrant music.
Melatonin has achieved a Player Score of 92, placing it in the #4 spot for the best Music-Based Procedural Generation Steam Deck games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 6,427 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 6,128 positive reviews and 299 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $14.99 to play and can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Steam Price | $14.99 |
| Release Date | 12/15/2022 |
| Developer | Half Asleep |
| Publisher | Half Asleep |
| Steam App Id | 1585220 |
5. APE OUT
APE OUT is a wildly intense and colorfully stylized smash ‘em up about primal escape, rhythmic violence, and frenetic jazz.
APE OUT has achieved a Player Score of 91, placing it in the #5 spot for the best Music-Based Procedural Generation Steam Deck games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 3,355 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 3,180 positive reviews and 175 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $14.99 to play and can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Steam Price | $14.99 |
| Release Date | 2/28/2019 |
| Developers | |
| Publisher | Devolver Digital |
| Steam App Id | 447150 |
6. Mutazione
A mutant soap opera where small-town gossip meets the supernatural. Explore the Mutazione community as Kai as she cares for her ailing grandfather. Discover magical gardens, new friends & old secrets. They can survive an apocalyptic meteor strike, but can they survive their small-town drama?
Mutazione has achieved a Player Score of 90, placing it in the #6 spot for the best Music-Based Procedural Generation Steam Deck games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,152 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,102 positive reviews and 50 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $19.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Steam Price | $19.99 |
| Release Date | 9/19/2019 |
| Franchise | Akupara Games |
| Developer | Die Gute Fabrik |
| Publisher | Akupara Games |
| Steam App Id | 1080750 |
7. Melody's Escape
Run, jump and slide to the rhythm of your own music library! In Melody's Escape, advanced audio detection algorithms transcribe the energy that you feel when listening to music into a synchronized gameplay experience, with a captivating and dynamic obstacle course.
Melody's Escape has achieved a Player Score of 90, placing it in the #7 spot for the best Music-Based Procedural Generation Steam Deck games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 4,823 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 4,490 positive reviews and 333 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $9.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
8. ODDADA
A tactile music maker with endless freedom to play! Use gadgets, gizmos and funky melodic toys to piece together a hand-crafted music track. Share what you make! Unlock new instruments! ODDADA!
ODDADA has achieved a Player Score of 88, placing it in the #8 spot for the best Music-Based Procedural Generation Steam Deck games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 249 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 242 positive reviews and 7 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $7.99 to play and can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Steam Price | $7.99 |
| Release Date | 8/15/2024 |
| Developers | |
| Publisher | Sven Ahlgrimm |
| Steam App Id | 1627870 |
9. A Highland Song
Moira McKinnon is running away. A wild adventure through the Scottish Highlands, with open platforming and dynamic storytelling, maps and music. From the creators of Heaven's Vault and 80 Days.
A Highland Song has achieved a Player Score of 85, placing it in the #9 spot for the best Music-Based Procedural Generation Steam Deck games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 461 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 420 positive reviews and 41 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $10.79 to play and can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
10. Sigma Impact
A physics-based 2D action roguelite set in a dungeon of glass. Master intense combat, be immersed in captivating visuals with adaptive music and sound design tailored to your gameplay.
Sigma Impact has achieved a Player Score of 84, placing it in the #10 spot for the best Music-Based Procedural Generation Steam Deck games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 91 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 87 positive reviews and 4 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $4.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Steam Price | $4.99 |
| Release Date | 8/11/2021 |
| Developer | John Bishop |
| Publisher | John Bishop |
| Steam App Id | 1654890 |
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| 118 | 4/23/2015 | 94 | $2.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 33 | 4/30/2021 | 93 | $4.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 3 | 11/11/2021 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 35 | 12/15/2022 | 92 | $14.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 1 | 2/28/2019 | 91 | $14.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 4 | 9/19/2019 | 90 | $19.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 2 | 5/20/2016 | 90 | $9.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 4 | 8/15/2024 | 88 | $7.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 1 | 12/5/2023 | 85 | $10.79 | Steam Charts | |
| 1 | 8/11/2021 | 84 | $4.99 | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 7). I MAED A GAM3 W1TH Z0MB1ES 1N IT!!!1 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 11). Melatonin on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 11). APE OUT on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 7). Mutazione on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 10). Melody's Escape on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 28). ODDADA on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 2). A Highland Song on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 28). Sigma Impact on Steam. Steam Store.