Best Music Games on Steam
Steam currently has 2,186 Music games available to download and play. 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. Music game rankings were last updated on 4/9/2025.
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1. 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 holds the #1 spot for "best Music game on Steam" with a Player Score of 96. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 21,052 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 20,723 positive reviews and 329 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $15.99 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 | $15.99 |
| Release Date | 2/26/2021 |
| Franchise | 7th Beat Games |
| Developer | 7th Beat Games |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 774181 |
2. Black Myth: Wukong
Black Myth: Wukong is an action RPG rooted in Chinese mythology. You shall set out as the Destined One to venture into the challenges and marvels ahead, to uncover the obscured truth beneath the veil of a glorious legend from the past.
Black Myth: Wukong has achieved a Player Score of 96, placing it in the #2 spot for the best Music games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,142,585 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,104,561 positive reviews and 38,024 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $59.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is not possible to play or run Black Myth: Wukong on the Steam Deck.
| Steam Price | $59.99 |
| Release Date | 8/20/2024 |
| Developer | Game Science |
| Publisher | Game Science |
| Steam App Id | 2358720 |
3. TOEM: A Photo Adventure
Set off on a delightful expedition and use your photographic eye to uncover the mysteries of the magical TOEM in this hand-drawn adventure game. Chat with quirky characters, solve their problems by snapping neat photos, and make your way through a relaxing landscape!
TOEM: A Photo Adventure has achieved a Player Score of 96, placing it in the #3 spot for the best Music games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 8,072 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 8,008 positive reviews and 64 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $3.99 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 | $3.99 |
| Release Date | 9/17/2021 |
| Franchise | popagenda |
| Developer | Something We Made |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 1307580 |
4. Hotline Miami
Hotline Miami is a high-octane action game overflowing with raw brutality, hard-boiled gunplay and skull crushing close combat.
Hotline Miami has achieved a Player Score of 96, placing it in the #4 spot for the best Music games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 105,231 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 102,245 positive reviews and 2,986 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly 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.
| Steam Price | $9.99 |
| Release Date | 10/23/2012 |
| Developer | Dennaton Games |
| Publisher | Devolver Digital |
| Steam App Id | 219150 |
5. Hi-Fi RUSH
Test your abilities in two new game modes, uncover new rewards and even a few secrets in the Arcade Challenge! Update! Feel the beat as wannabe rockstar Chai and his ragtag team fight against an evil megacorp in a world that syncs to the music.
Hi-Fi RUSH has achieved a Player Score of 95, placing it in the #5 spot for the best Music games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 33,122 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 32,238 positive reviews and 884 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $29.99 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 | $29.99 |
| Release Date | 1/25/2023 |
| Franchise | Bethesda |
| Developer | Tango Gameworks |
| Publisher | Bethesda Softworks |
| Steam App Id | 1817230 |
6. 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 #6 spot for the best Music games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 21,368 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 20,848 positive reviews and 520 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 |
7. Kind Words (lo fi chill beats to write to)
A game about writing nice letters to real people. Write and receive encouraging letters in a cozy room. Trade stickers and listen to chill music. We're all in this together. Sometimes all you need are a few kind words.
Kind Words (lo fi chill beats to write to) has achieved a Player Score of 95, placing it in the #7 spot for the best Music games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 8,920 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 8,757 positive reviews and 163 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $3.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Kind Words (lo fi chill beats to write to) on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $3.99 |
| Release Date | 9/12/2019 |
| Developer | Popcannibal |
| Publisher | Popcannibal |
| Steam App Id | 1070710 |
8. Trombone Champ
Honk, blow, & toot your way through over 60 songs, collect all 50 unique Tromboner Cards, and uncover the mysteries of the Trombiverse. Do you have what it takes to become the true Trombone Champ?
Trombone Champ has achieved a Player Score of 95, placing it in the #8 spot for the best Music games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 9,724 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 9,526 positive reviews and 198 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. At the moment, it is possible to play Trombone Champ on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $14.99 |
| Release Date | 9/15/2022 |
| Franchise | Trombone Champ |
| Developer | Holy Wow Studios LLC |
| Publisher | Holy Wow Studios LLC |
| Steam App Id | 1059990 |
9. Virtual Cottage
Virtual Cottage gives you a comfy place to rest and be productive without any distractions. Open the game, set yourself a goal and enjoy the atmosphere.
Virtual Cottage has achieved a Player Score of 95, placing it in the #9 spot for the best Music games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 10,270 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 10,046 positive reviews and 224 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 Virtual Cottage on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
10. Spirit City: Lofi Sessions
Spirit City: Lofi Sessions is a gamified focus tool, set to a soothing lofi soundtrack. Discover and collect Spirits, customize your cozy virtual space, and facilitate your real-life tasks with a collection of handy features designed to improve concentration and ease stress.
Spirit City: Lofi Sessions has achieved a Player Score of 95, placing it in the #10 spot for the best Music games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 11,251 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 10,989 positive reviews and 262 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $11.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Spirit City: Lofi Sessions on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $11.99 |
| Release Date | 4/8/2024 |
| Franchise | Mooncube Games |
| Developer | Mooncube Games |
| Publisher | Mooncube Games |
| Steam App Id | 2113850 |
More Music Games
Explore even more rankings for the 100 best Music games available on Steam.
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| 78 | 2/26/2021 | 96 | $15.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 29,438 | 8/20/2024 | 96 | $59.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 122 | 9/17/2021 | 96 | $3.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 298 | 10/23/2012 | 96 | $9.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 148 | 1/25/2023 | 95 | $29.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 93 | 5/31/2018 | 95 | $19.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 3 | 9/12/2019 | 95 | $3.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 34 | 9/15/2022 | 95 | $14.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 401 | 10/7/2020 | 95 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 2,154 | 4/8/2024 | 95 | $11.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 13 | 11/27/2012 | 95 | $2.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 30,375 | 9/30/2017 | 95 | $4.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 6 | 12/16/2022 | 94 | $24.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 695 | 5/21/2019 | 94 | $29.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 160 | 1/6/2024 | 94 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 8 | 12/12/2019 | 94 | $7.79 | Steam Charts | |
 | 165 | 12/21/2006 | 94 | $9.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 184 | 4/23/2015 | 94 | $14.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 31 | 9/15/2022 | 94 | $29.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 30 | 8/16/2011 | 93 | $14.99 | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, April 9). Rhythm Doctor on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, April 1). Black Myth: Wukong on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, April 4). TOEM: A Photo Adventure on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, April 9). Hotline Miami on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 14). Hi-Fi RUSH on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, April 7). Just Shapes & Beats on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, April 8). Kind Words (lo fi chill beats to write to) on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, April 4). Trombone Champ on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 27). Virtual Cottage on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, April 9). Spirit City: Lofi Sessions on Steam. Steam Store.