Beatstar is a touch-based rhythm game available on both Android and iOS platforms. The game requires you to touch, tap, or swipe music notes on the screen to the beat of famous songs. Its simple yet highly addicting nature has allowed it to garner a huge following in just a few years.
So, if you have conquered the realm of Beatstar or are a fan of this type of rhythm game in general, then this is the list for you. In this article, we are going to list many more games with similar gameplay and the use of music.
Tap Music 3D
Starting this list is Tap Lab’s hit rhythm game Tap Music 3D. The gameplay is pretty simple and similar to Beatstar. As the music plays, colored balls will start to come down from the top. Once they reach the scoring area, you have to tap on them or slide them to the side. The more accurately you tap with the beat, the higher score you receive.
The game features original songs from various independent artists. The songs are updated every week to give you new challenges. Currently, the game has over 5 million downloads on Play Store. It has a 4.7 rating on the App Store. The game does contain in-app purchases as well as ads.
Music Tiles – Magic Tiles
Magic Tiles is a free-to-play rhythm game released in 2021. To beat the game, you have to tap on black tiles that fall down to the beat of the music. Some tiles are longer than others. You have to tap on the longer tiles for longer. The game has a wonderful library of music from around the world.
Magic Tiles is available on both Android and iOS platforms. The app has over 10 million downloads on the Play Store. You can download and play the game for free. But it does have ads. The app also features in-app purchases. The game is rated 3 and up.
Piano Fire
This is another piano-based rhythm game that requires you to tap on tiles. The platform is like a runway and you have to tap on each tile and match it to the beat of the song. You have to hit every tile or else your score will be unimpressive.
Piano Fire focuses heavily on Electronic and Dance music (EDM) and combines it with the music of a piano. There are songs from all over the world, some classic and some new. Despite being released in 2020, the game already has over 100 million downloads on the Play Store. The game is free. But it does offer in-app purchases.
Tiles Hop: EDM Rush
Here is another tiles-based rhythm game. But unlike the previous entries, this game does not require you to tap on tiles. Rather you have to drag a ball over incoming tiles and land them in the center. The more points you get, the more accurate you are with your drops. You have options to choose from in terms of color and background.
The game features popular songs from many genres, including KPOP. The game also adds more songs with each update. Moreover, you can upload your own songs and play the game according to the beat. You can play it for free or pay to gain access to the premium package, which contains no ads.
Dot n Beat – Hand Speed Test
Dot n Beat merges exciting beats with stunning graphics. Here, you control a ball with one touch. The goal is to tap along to the beat of the song and grab as many diamonds and crowns as you can. With more diamonds and crowns, you can unlock more songs as well as new characters to play with.
The game has a vast library of songs that gets updated weekly. You can even upload your favorite songs from your phone’s library. In the PK mode, you have the chance to test your skills against another player online. There is also a world ranking board where you can challenge for the top spot.
RhythmStar: Music Adventures
RhythmStar is a different entry compared to the previous ones. This game combines the rhythm game formula with elements of RPG. You have to tap on the screen to match the beat. You have to hit all of them to advance to the next level. As you move along in the game, you unlock and upgrade various hero characters. There are over 80 characters to choose from.
All the characters are based on real life musicians such as Mozart, Beethoven, Schubert, and many more. You can compete against players from around the world in online mode. The game is free to play and download. But it does contain ads and micro-transactions.
Pianista
Here we have another piano-specific game. But instead of piano versions of hit pop songs, this game allows you the chance to practice classical piano and such. You get points for hitting the keys at the right time. The more accurate you are, the better your score will be. The game also uploads new music packs regularly.
The game features songs written by many legendary composers such as Beethoven, Mozart, Rossini, and more. You can practice by yourself to improve your skills or you can challenge players from around the world. This app does contain ads and in-app purchases.
Beat Craft
Beat Craft is another entry in the long list of rhythm games. But the element that sets Beat Craft apart is its inclusion of video. You do not have to be content with just the audio. You can also enjoy the music video at the same time. Additionally, you can upload songs from your phone directly to the game.
Beat Craft is available on both Android and iOS platforms. The game has garnered a substantial following since its release. While most of the game is free, the free version also runs ads. You can also purchase in-game items via microtransactions.
Beat MP3
Beat MP3 is a rhythm game developed by the team at CREAPPTIVE. The game features popular songs from various artists. You can upload your favorite songs directly from your mobile. The game has different options for customization. The game supports 4 different languages – English, Korean, Japanese, and Chinese.
This is one of the older games of this type, having been released in 2014. Since then, the game has been a popular game for many Android users. It has over 10 million downloads on the Play Store. The app contains ads as well as some microtransactions. Unlike many other Android apps, Beat collects very little data from its users.
Tap Tap Music
From the same developers that brought you Dream Piano, comes a more traditional music game – Tap Tap Music. The best thing about this game is its extensive library. The game contains various pop songs from multiple categories such as pop, classic, K-pop, EDM, rock, hip hop, Anime, and more.
This game also plays the video along with the song. You have to tap the incoming balls as it reaches the scoring areas. You can get combos and different scoring bonuses. The game’s library gets updated every week. This game is free to download and play but does contain in-app purchases.
Tapsonic Top – Music Grand Prix
Tapsonic Top mixes the classic rhythm game formula with cute idol characters. You can score points by tapping on onrushing notes. The more accurately you tap with the beat of the song, the better your score will be at the end. Use these points to unlock various idol characters. Each idol has its own attribute, and vocal/dancer session.
The app is free to download and play. But many of its features are only accessible through in-app purchases. The game was released by NEOWIZ in 2018. Since then, more than 1 million people have downloaded this game on their phones.
O2Jam
Unlike most other candidates on this list so far, O2Jam stands out as a mix between rhythm games and action games. The game has a strong customizing system allowing you to change the skins of various characters and items. You can level up in the game to unlock more skins. You can also challenge other top players around the world.
The game also supports offline mode. It features strictly original songs. There are multiple difficulty levels – easy, normal, and hard. There is also a ranking system based on your points tally. O2Jam is a very large game. So, you will require a lot of space on your phone to play it. The game contains ads and in-app purchases.
Smash Colors 3D
Stepping away from the usual tapping games, Smash Colors 3D allows you to hold and drag the ball through colorful circles. The goal here is to match the color of your ball with the circle. So, you have to avoid circles that have a different color than your ball. Match your game with the music to score perfect combos.
The game ends the moment you hit a circle of a different color. Despite being released in 2020, the game has become a huge hit among mobile gamers. It has acquired over 50 million downloads on Google’s Play Store alone. As with most other entries on this list, Smash Colors 3D contains ads and in-app purchases.
Friday Night Funkin – Battle Beat Shooter
Friday Night Funkin or FNF is a rhythm game, but with a story. Instead of matching to the beat of the music for a better score and perfect combos, you must beat the game in order to save your girlfriend. You hold and drag to aim a cartoon gun at falling tiles. The game features full mod characters.
This game was developed by Rocket Game Studios and released in 2021. Since then, the game has become a hit and has been downloaded millions of times. The game is free for the most part. But it contains ads and in-app purchases.
Guitar Band Battle
Guitar Band Battle is Beatstar but for guitar lovers. You get to collect and customize several guitars with super unique details. There is also a story progression as you overcome each level. You start the game in a garage and slowly make your way up to the top, performing in stages, stadiums, and arenas.
With Guitar Band Battle, you get the chance to form your very own band by hiring musicians. You can also play with real people as this game supports a multiplayer format. Guitar Band Battle is completely free. But you can buy some in-game items with real money. The game is online only, meaning you will need an internet connection to play it.
Rock Hero – Guitar Music Game
Rock Hero is a guitar-based rhythm game developed by Guitar & Music Games. The game was released in 2014 and has become a hit among mobile gamers. The game has over 50 million downloads on the Play Store alone. You can play this game online or offline. The game is free but does contain ads.
The game features different music styles such as trap, rock, hard rock, EDM, pop, classical music, and more. You will get to hear new music every week. There are 3 different difficulty levels in the game. There is also a global leaderboard. As you progress through the game, you get to unlock brand new guitars and special abilities.
Rock Hero 2
Rock Hero 2 is the sequel to Rock Hero – Guitar Music Game developed by the same team. Released 3 years later in 2017, this game has also become a hit. While the previous title featured different music genres, the main focus in this game is on rock and roll music.
You get to start with 15 songs in classic mode. The list grows each week. You can also play songs from your phone by choosing local mode. As with its predecessor, there are 3 difficulty levels in Rock Hero 2. You can adjust the speed to better fit your game.
Dancing Road: Color Ball Run
Color Ball Run is a game developed by the team at AMANOTES PTE. The game was released in 2018 and has become a massive success. The game has over 100 million downloads on the Play Store alone. It is available on both Android and iOS platforms.
In the game, you navigate a ball through a dazzling road. The objective is to hit other balls of the same color while avoiding different colored balls. The color of the main ball can change suddenly. So you have to keep a watchful eye throughout the game. The game features hit songs from multiple artists.
Hop Ball 3D: Dancing Ball
Hop Ball 3D is a free-to-play music game. The objective here is to hop the balls to the onrushing tiles safely. When you drop the balls on a tile, you will create a beat in the EDM music environment. The game contains many popular songs and gorgeous visuals. The game has in-app purchases and ads.
Kpop Piano Game: Color Tiles
Now we have a game that is dedicated to fans of Kpop. This game features over 100 songs and many more are updated regularly. The objective here is to tap on the black tiles to the beat of the music. But you have to avoid the white tiles while doing so.
The game is rated 3 and up. You can play it on either Android or iOS platforms. The game contains ads and in-app purchases.
Anime Tiles: Piano Tiles 3
Anime Tiles wonderfully combines 3 things – music, rhythm game, and anime. There are over 500 anime songs to choose from. New songs are added periodically. All you have to do is tap on the tiles to the beat of your favorite anime track. So, if you are an anime fan that loves music games, then this is the app for you.
The gameplay is pretty standard. You have to tap either the white or black tiles. You have to tap and hold on the long tiles. There are also double tiles that you have to hit successively. Finally, you have big tiles that you have to tap on until the number reaches zero. The game contains ads and in-app purchases.
Magic Tiles Vocal Piano Games
Magic Tiles Vocal Piano Games was developed by GMG Global. It was released in 2019. The game has become a popular choice for many mobile gamers. It has over 5 million downloads on the Play Store alone.
The game has an expansive library of songs to choose from. Each month, more than 100 songs are added to the collection. To play the game, you have to hit the black tiles and avoid hitting the white tiles. The game contains ads as well as microtransactions.
Piano Music Tiles: Magic Tiles
This is one of the newer games on this list. It was released on April 9, 2022. The game was developed by Mofun Games for both Android and iOS platforms. The game follows a simple mechanism – listen to the music and tap on the tiles.
There are more than 400 songs from around the world. New songs become available with each update. You can also customize the game skin. There is also an online mode where you can compete with other players.
Ravon
Developed by the team at Synthnova, Ravon is a rhythm game that matches its familiar premise with the aesthetics of space. The game has a unique visual design. It also has a wide range of difficulty levels for you to try out. You have to complete missions to unlock various in-game items.
The game features soundtracks by various artists around the world such as from Hong Kong, Japan, America, Korea, and more. The game constantly updates and adds more songs and missions to keep the player engaged. The game is free to play and does not contain any ads. But you can still purchase certain in-game items with real money.
Twisty Arrow
Twisty Arrow is another tapping game where you tap the screen to shoot arrows at spinning wheels. To overcome each level, you have to hit a certain number arrow on the bullseye. Different levels offer different challenges. The game has over 100 levels to master.
Beat Fire – EDM Gun Music Game
Beat Fire is an action, rhythm game that heavily features EDM music. In the game, you have to tap on the screen to shoot at falling tiles to the beat of EDM music. You can unlock over 10 different skins for your weapons.
Beat Slash: Blade & Saber
Beat Slash is a fresh change of pace from your usual rhythm game. Instead of tapping on the screen, you have to hold and drag a saver to slash the blocks that fall from the sky. The game features songs from various styles such as EDM, k-pop, Hip hop, and more. You can choose between different weapons such as a saber, ax, or sword.
Beat Blade: Dash Dance
Beat Blade is in the same mold as our previous entry. Here, you control a saber to cut blocks that come your way. The game has amazing visual effects and a wide range of music to accompany the action. You can even connect with your Facebook account and save your game’s progress on multiple devices.
Beat Swiper
Beat Swiper is another rhythm game where you swipe the screen instead of tapping on it. Your fingers virtually become the weapon, which you will use to slash through the onrushing cubes. The game has a wide collection of songs that gets updated periodically.
MeloBeat
Rounding our list is Melobeat, a rhythm game developed by Float32. The game features an extensive catalog of hit songs to choose from. When you enter the game, you can select which song you want to play the game with. Then tiles will start falling to the beat of the music. Your goal is to tap on all of them and not miss a single beat.
The game contains ads as well as in-app purchases. But you can also play it for free. You can upload songs from your device to the game. The game uploads more than 30 new songs each month.
Conclusion
Rhythm games have been one of the most popular genres of mobile games. They are a simple yet fun way to pass the time and relieve some stress. So, jump into one of the many options of games like Beatstar and feel the beat!
