I just finished Everhood, and I feel like a deflated whoopee cushion that just discovered jazz. That game is a 9-10 hour rollercoaster of retro pixels, rhythm battles, and existential dread, and now I'm left wandering the Steam store like a ghost with a guitar. If you're in the same boat, fear not. I've scoured the indie scene for games that scratch that same itch. Here are my top picks, in no particular order, because who needs order when you have rhythm? 🎵

The Metronomicon: Slay The Dance Floor 🎸

This is like if Dungeons & Dragons had a baby with a DDR machine. You use rhythm-based moves to chain attacks and heal your party. It's an underrated gem that got a massive content update and re-release. I sank hours into it, and my fingers still twitch to the beat. It's a blast, and if you like RPGs with a twist, this is your jam.

PaRappa The Rapper 🎤

A classic that's older than some of my gray hairs. It's charming, challenging, and has a remaster for its 20th anniversary. I still can't get "Kick, Punch, It's all in the mind" out of my head. It's like a warm hug from a rapping onion. If you haven't played it, you're missing out on a piece of rhythm game history.

Rez Infinite 🌈

This game is an audio-visual trip, like flying through a neon dream while shooting down enemies to the beat. It's playable in VR, which makes it even more mind-blowing. The original Rez came out on PlayStation, and Infinite is the modern upgrade. It's the closest you'll get to synesthesia without actually having it.

Beat Saber 🥋

The most popular VR game for a reason. You slice blocks with lightsabers to music. It's a ridiculous concept that somehow works, like a lightsaber-wielding orchestra conductor. If you own a VR headset, you probably already have it. If not, what are you waiting for? It's a workout and a party in one.

BPM: Bullets Per Minute 🔫

A shooter where you shoot and dodge to the beat. It's a novel concept executed brilliantly. I felt like a rhythm-powered action hero, and the adrenaline rush is real. If you like Doom and music games, this is your unholy union.

Rhythm Doctor 🏥

You play as a doctor defibrillating patients to the beat. Sounds simple, right? Wrong. It's challenging and satisfying, like trying to perform surgery during a dubstep concert. The boss viruses add a layer of chaos. It's surprisingly engrossing.

Thumper 🐇

This game is notorious for being hard as nails. It's a rhythm violence game that will test your patience and reflexes. Completing a level feels like climbing Everest, but with more bass. It's grueling, but the satisfaction is immense.

Crypt of the NecroDancer 💀

A roguelike where you move and attack to the beat. It's a perfect blend of rhythm and dungeon crawling. The pixel art is charming, and the gameplay loop is addictive. It's a game that deserves all the praise and then some.

Undertale ❤️

Everhood's story is reminiscent of Undertale. If you haven't played it, you're living under a rock. It's charming, quirky, and has a dark underbelly. It's a masterpiece that everyone should experience.

Deltarune 🎭

The first chapter is free, and it's excellent. It builds on Undertale's strengths. As of 2026, we're still waiting for the full release, but what we have is magical. It's like getting a free dessert that's better than the main course.

So there you have it. These games should keep you busy until the next Everhood-like gem appears. Now if you'll excuse me, I have to go practice my rhythm. Or maybe just cry in a corner. Either way. 🎶