Best Rhythm Linux Games on Steam
Steam currently has 2,072 Rhythm games, but not all of them are able to be played on Linux builds. Explore our list of 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. Rhythm game rankings were last updated on 1/9/2026.
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1. Helltaker
Helltaker is a short game about sharply dressed demon girls.
Helltaker holds the #1 spot for "best Linux Rhythm game on Steam" with a Player Score of 96. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 126,671 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 123,773 positive reviews and 2,898 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is completely free to play and can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Helltaker on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
2. Rhythm Doctor
Save patients with your rhythm mastery! Rhythm Doctor is a rhythm game where you heal patients by defibrillating in time to their heartbeats. Learn each patient's unique heartbeat and defeat boss viruses trying to sabotage your rhythm, all set to heart-pumping, soul-soothing music.
Rhythm Doctor has achieved a Player Score of 96, placing it in the #2 spot for the best Linux Rhythm games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 25,357 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 24,919 positive reviews and 438 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 | 12/6/2025 |
| Franchise | 7th Beat Games |
| Developer | 7th Beat Games |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 774181 |
3. Just Shapes & Beats
"Just Shapes & Beats" is a chaotic co-op musical bullet-hell based on three simple things: avoid Shapes, move to the kick-ass Beats, and die, repeatedly.
Just Shapes & Beats has achieved a Player Score of 95, placing it in the #3 spot for the best Linux Rhythm games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 24,742 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 24,157 positive reviews and 585 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 | 5/31/2018 |
| Developer | Berzerk Studio |
| Publisher | Berzerk Studio |
| Steam App Id | 531510 |
4. Super Hexagon
Super Hexagon is a minimal action game by Terry Cavanagh, with music by Chipzel.
Super Hexagon has achieved a Player Score of 95, placing it in the #4 spot for the best Linux Rhythm games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 24,936 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 24,156 positive reviews and 780 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 | 11/27/2012 |
| Franchise | Terry Cavanagh |
| Developer | Terry Cavanagh |
| Publisher | Terry Cavanagh |
| Steam App Id | 221640 |
5. 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 has achieved a Player Score of 93, placing it in the #5 spot for the best Linux Rhythm games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 26,179 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 25,006 positive reviews and 1,173 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $14.99 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 | $14.99 |
| Release Date | 4/23/2015 |
| Franchise | Klei |
| Developer | Brace Yourself Games |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 247080 |
6. 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 has achieved a Player Score of 93, placing it in the #6 spot for the best Linux Rhythm games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 4,146 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 4,026 positive reviews and 120 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 | 3/14/2023 |
| Developer | Super Spin Digital |
| Publisher | Super Spin Digital |
| Steam App Id | 1058830 |
7. 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 has achieved a Player Score of 93, placing it in the #7 spot for the best Linux Rhythm games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 78,852 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 74,197 positive reviews and 4,655 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $5.99 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 | $5.99 |
| Release Date | 1/25/2019 |
| Franchise | 7th Beat Games |
| Developer | 7th Beat Games |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 977950 |
8. 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 has achieved a Player Score of 92, placing it in the #8 spot for the best Linux Rhythm games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 7,422 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 7,024 positive reviews and 398 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. At the moment, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.
| Steam Price | $9.99 |
| Release Date | 4/15/2010 |
| Franchise | Cold Beam Games |
| Developer | Cold Beam Games |
| Publisher | Cold Beam Games |
| Steam App Id | 49600 |
9. Super Ledgehop: Double Laser
Cutie anime girl realizes her cool big bro is missing?? Cheese it up with Chizuru and SHOOT TO THE BEAT OF THE SONG in this top down bullet hell shooter! Absorb enemy bullets using your waveshines to utilize their bullets as your own! Show those cheeseheads that you're better!
Super Ledgehop: Double Laser has achieved a Player Score of 91, placing it in the #9 spot for the best Linux Rhythm games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 791 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 768 positive reviews and 23 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $0.99 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.
| Steam Price | $0.99 |
| Release Date | 11/16/2018 |
| Franchise | LAME Dimension |
| Developer | LAME Dimension |
| Publisher | LAME Dimension |
| Steam App Id | 787070 |
10. Beatblock
THE BEAT REVOLVES AROUND YOU in Beatblock, the headspinning rhythm-action game! Move your paddle and block to the beat in simple yet deviously bombastic levels, each complete with their own unique theming and visuals.
Beatblock has achieved a Player Score of 91, placing it in the #10 spot for the best Linux Rhythm games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 687 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 667 positive reviews and 20 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $14.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Beatblock on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $14.99 |
| Release Date | 9/26/2025 |
| Franchise | SKY HOUR WORKS |
| Developer | BubbleTabby |
| Publisher | SKY HOUR WORKS |
| Steam App Id | 3045200 |
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| 48 | 5/11/2020 | 96 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 367 | 12/6/2025 | 96 | $19.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 132 | 5/31/2018 | 95 | $19.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 11 | 11/27/2012 | 95 | $2.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 102 | 4/23/2015 | 93 | $14.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 12 | 3/14/2023 | 93 | $19.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 1,402 | 1/25/2019 | 93 | $5.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 1 | 4/15/2010 | 92 | $9.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 1 | 11/16/2018 | 91 | $0.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 31 | 9/26/2025 | 91 | $14.99 | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 31). Rhythm Doctor on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 18). Just Shapes & Beats on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 5). Super Hexagon on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 30). Crypt of the NecroDancer on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, November 24). Spin Rhythm XD on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, February 9). A Dance of Fire and Ice on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 19). Beat Hazard on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 13). Super Ledgehop: Double Laser on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, February 2). Beatblock on Steam. Steam Store.