Top 50 Music Video Games
1. Brütal Legend (2009 Video Game)
M | Action, Adventure, Comedy
Eddie Riggs, a roadie, is transported to a fantasy world inspired by the artwork of heavy metal album covers, and becomes the world's savior, leading the down-trodden humans against a range of supernatural overlords.
Director: Tim Schafer | Stars: Jack Black, Jennifer Hale, Zach Hanks, Kath Soucie
Votes: 2,059
2. Hi-Fi Rush (2023 Video Game)
T | Action, Music, Sci-Fi
As wannabe rock star Chai, you'll fight back against a sinister robotics enhancement conglomerate using rhythm-amplified combat where everything - from the motion in the environment to the blows of combat - is synced to the music.
Director: John Johanas | Stars: Robbie Daymond, Erica Lindbeck, Sunil Malhotra, Gabe Kunda
Votes: 423
3. Guardians of the Galaxy: The Telltale Series (2017 Video Game)
T | Action, Adventure, Comedy
The Guardians of the Galaxy discover an artifact of great power and must defend it from those who want to possess it while also deciding whether to use it themselves.
Directors: Chris Rebbert, Jonathan Stauder, Sean Ainsworth, Jason Latino | Stars: Scott Porter, Brandon Paul Eells, Emily O'Brien, Adam Harrington
Votes: 900
4. Dislyte (2022 Video Game)
Action, Fantasy, Music
The Miracles blinked into existence across the world, after which their destructive Miramon streamed outwards to wreak havoc. Certain individuals somehow attuned to the sonic emanations ... See full summary »
Stars: Daniel Amerman, Rex Anderson, Mar Andersons, Alejandro Arias
Votes: 17
5. The Artful Escape (2021 Video Game)
E10+ | Adventure, Music, Sci-Fi
A kid living in the shadow of his once great and famous uncle must go on a galactic journey of music and self discovery to become his own version of a legend.
Directors: Johnny Galvatron, Ashley Lambert | Stars: Michael Johnston, Caroline Kinley, Carl Weathers, Lena Headey
Votes: 454
6. Final Fantasy X-2 (2003 Video Game)
T | Action, Adventure, Fantasy
Convinced that Tidus is still alive, Yuna embarks on a quest to find him.
Director: Motomu Toriyama | Stars: Hedy Burress, Tara Strong, Gwendoline Yeo, George Newbern
Votes: 3,488
7. My Singing Monsters (2012 Video Game)
E | Adventure, Fantasy, Music
Build your own world full of singing monsters.
Director: Dave Kerr | Stars: Matthew Stewart, Dave Kerr, Maggie Park, Karen Chalmers
Votes: 89
8. Kingdom Hearts: Melody of Memory (2020 Video Game)
E10+ | Adventure, Family, Fantasy
A new adventure, within the hearts of gamer fans.
Directors: Tetsuya Nomura, Masanobu Suzui | Stars: Alyson Stoner, David Gallagher, Christopher Lloyd, Richard Epcar
Votes: 133
9. PaRappa the Rapper (1996 Video Game)
K-A | Adventure, Comedy, Music
Dangerously ill with a rare blood disorder and determined to save others from the same fate, Dr. Morbius attempts a desperate gamble. While at first it seems to be a radical success, a darkness inside of him is soon unleashed.
Stars: Dred Foxx, Lea Alomar, Michele Burks, Armstead Christian
Votes: 276
10. Cassette Beasts (2023 Video Game)
Action, Adventure, Fantasy
Stars: Katherine Moran, Aleks Le, Crystal Lee, Darius T. Jackson
11. No Straight Roads (2020 Video Game)
E10+ | Action, Adventure, Comedy
Start a rock band and end the EDM empire in NO STRAIGHT ROADS, a rockin' action-adventure that mashes together rhythm-infused third-person combat with a kick-ass soundtrack.
Directors: Daim Dziauddin, Wan Hazmer | Stars: Nabil Akram, Syed Hassan Algadrie, Azah Boemia Anuaral, Phraveen Arikiah
Votes: 42
12. Friday Night Funkin' (2020 Video Game)
T | Animation, Music
Your girlfriend's dad has challenged you to beat him at his own game if you wanna get with her. Though it won't be easy to out-sing an ex rockstar.
Director: Cameron Taylor | Stars: Jeff Bandelin, Basset, David Brown, David Cazares
Votes: 356
13. Guitar Hero III: Legends of Rock (2007 Video Game)
T | Music
Create your own band and journey around the world facing famous guitarists Slash, Tom Morello and Lou, the devil himself.
Director: Brian Bright | Stars: Aerosmith, AFI, An Endless Sporadic, Backyard Babies
Votes: 2,010
14. Geometry Dash (2013 Video Game)
E | Action, Adventure, Family
Geometry Dash is a simple tapping/clicking game for the iOS and PC that contains certain objects the player must dodge in order to complete the level.
Stars: Ethan Etzer, Luis Miguel Gil, Mishi Gunn, Surr Hadoken
Votes: 752
15. PaRappa the Rapper 2 (2001 Video Game)
E | Music
PaRappa is back, and this time he's out to discover his manhood, all while a noodle lover decides to use his love to rule the world.
Stars: Dred Foxx, Armstead Christian, John James, Lea Alomar
Votes: 114
16. Def Jam: Icon (2007 Video Game)
M | Action, Crime, Music
Incorporates hip-hop culture and lifestyle. This Def Jam fighting game series delivers the intensity of a no-holds-barred street fight but with style and rhythm. Music effects how players fight in each venue and environmental interactions.
Directors: David Galloway, Michael P. Kennedy | Stars: Anthony Anderson, K.D. Aubert, Big Boi, Tim Dadabo
Votes: 234
18. Marky Mark and the Funky Bunch: Make My Video (1992 Video Game)
Music
A kid and his sister, friends, neighbors and parents can't agree on what the perfect Marky Mark and the Funky Bunch music video should look like. Edit videos they'd like for "Good Vibrations", "I Need Money" and "You Gotta Believe".
Director: Ken Berris | Stars: Michael Bacall, Stephanie Furst, Michael Durrette, Floyd Levine
Votes: 49
19. Guitar Hero: World Tour (2008 Video Game)
T | Family, Music
Form a band and take on the world in the fourth main entry in the series. Guitar Hero World Tour is the first game in the series to feature drum and microphone controllers for percussion and vocal parts.
Director: Brian Bright | Stars: Troy Baker, Brad Hawkins, Jeff Hoferer, Adam Jennings
Votes: 1,026
20. Rock N' Roll Racing (1993 Video Game)
Action, Music, Sci-Fi
Arcade car combat racing game and unofficial sequel to RPM Racing. The racers come from various planets and are often parodies of rock musicians. Destroyed cars respawn. Soundtrack consists of five classic rock songs (six on the Genesis).
Star: Larry Huffman
Votes: 113
21. Shark Tale (2004 Video Game)
E | Animation, Action, Adventure
Oscar, the fast-talking little fish, becomes an unlikely hero after he decides to take the easy road to fame and fortune by fighting with his shark friend.
Director: Mo Davoudian | Stars: Phil LaMarr, Sean Bishop, Melissa Disney, Jim Meskimen
Votes: 201
22. My Singing Monsters: Dawn of Fire (2015 Video Game)
E | Adventure, Fantasy, Music
Build your own world full of singing monsters.
Votes: 13
23. Love Live! School Idol Festival: All Stars (2019 Video Game)
Music
A rhythm RPG game based on the Love Live franchise. It takes place in an alternate continuity where Muse, Aqours and the Nijigasaki High School Club exist concurrently.
Stars: Emi Nitta, Aya Uchida, Suzuko Mimori, Yurika Kubo
Votes: 19
24. Goodbye Volcano High (2023 Video Game)
E | Animation, Adventure, Drama
Fang is a typical 18-year-old dinosaur: they're more concerned about their band going viral than they are about what happens after graduation. But they're about to have much bigger problems. Will they find time to figure themselves out?
Directors: Saleem Dabbous, Kyle McKernan | Stars: Ozioma Akagha, Abe Bueno-Jallad, Allegra Clark, Jensen Trani
25. Guitar Hero Live (2015 Video Game)
T | Family, Music
The game will serve as a reboot of the Guitar Hero franchise, being the first new entry in the series since Warriors of Rock in 2010. Guitar Hero Live will introduce major changes to the ... See full summary »
Director: Giorgio Testi | Stars: Alexakahn, Alistair Toovey, Alix Wilton Regan, Anthony Hales
Votes: 173
26. Hatsune Miku: Colorful Stage! (2020 Video Game)
Music
"Find Your Music" Join Hatsune Miku in this mobile rhythm game and discover a rich cast of characters overcoming their struggles through the power of music.
Stars: Akina, Ai Furihata, Miku Hatsune, Daisuke Hirose
Votes: 21
27. Scratchin' Melodii (2021 Video Game)
Action, Adventure, Comedy
In this game, you're playing as the young DJ and musician, Melodii. After getting caught doing graffiti, they've gotta scratch up some melodies to pay debt for their felonies. Defeat your rivals to get to your jobs (Bosses) on time.
Director: LJ LephemStar | Star: Meggie-Elise
28. UmJammer Lammy (1999 Video Game)
E | Comedy, Fantasy, Music
This 'PaRappa' spin-off tells the story of Lammy, a guitarist for the rock band MilkCan, and her adventure to get to her concert in fifteen minutes.
Stars: Ryu Watabe, Sara Ramirez, Michele Burks, Richard Bush
Votes: 83
29. Guitar Hero (2005 Video Game)
T | Family, Music
Be the lead guitarist of your favourite bands on Guitar Hero.
Director: Stoney Sharp | Stars: Graveyard Barbeque, Jason Kendall
Votes: 1,021
30. Transistor (2014 Video Game)
T | Action, Adventure, Music
Transistor is a sci-fi themed action RPG that invites players to wield an extraordinary weapon of unknown origin as they fight through a stunning futuristic city.
Stars: Logan Cunningham, Ashley Lynn Barrett, Christopher Saphire, Kristin Wilson
Votes: 751
31. Happy Feet (2006 Video Game)
E | Action, Adventure, Family
Video game based on the movie Happy Feet (2006), featuring the voices of Elijah Wood and Brittany Murphy, who reprise their roles from the movie.
Director: Brigitte Burdine | Stars: Elijah Wood, Brittany Murphy, Elizabeth Daily, Fred Tatasciore
Votes: 448
32. Rhythm Heaven Fever (2011 Video Game)
E | Action, Family, Music
Rhythm Heaven Fever is a music video game where you're required to play the game in time with the rhythm in order to clear them. These levels range from stabbing peas with a fork to attacking evil spirits with a sword.
Stars: Masami Yone, Ko Takeuchi, Takafumi Masaoka, Sachiko Ikeda
Votes: 51
33. Cadence of Hyrule (2019 Video Game)
E | Action, Adventure, Fantasy
Octavo steals the King of Hyrule's Golden Lute, which houses the power of the Triforce of Gods. With the kingdom in danger, the Triforce summons Cadence to Hyrule, so that she may team up with Link and Zelda to stop Octavo.
Directors: Ryan Clark, Toshihisa Nikaido | Stars: Elspeth Eastman, Caitlyn Bairstow, Stephanie Martone, Ian Hanlin
Votes: 72
34. Dance Central 2 (2011 Video Game)
T | Music
You dance in the game, no story mode
Stars: Arthur Inasi, Cisco Reyes, Julie Benevides, Kedaar Kumar
Votes: 62
35. The Flowers of Robert Mapplethorpe (1992 Video Game)
Documentary, Biography, Music
Barely interactive collection of flower photography of Robert Mapplethorpe.
Star: Robert Mapplethorpe
Votes: 15
36. Just Dance 2021 (2020 Video Game)
E | Family, Music
Directors: Maxime Montcalm, Damien Pousse, Amélie Louvet | Stars: Adeline Mayala, Alexandra Trovato, Alexis Mougeolle, Alissa Ed-Dhimine
Votes: 48
37. The Beatles: Rock Band (2009 Video Game)
T | Biography, Family, Music
A Rock Band (2007) spin-off that focuses on The Beatles.
Stars: John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison, Ringo Starr
Votes: 457
38. Michael Jackson: The Experience (2010 Video Game)
E10+ | Family, Music
Dance like the King of Pop in this game.
Director: Alkis Argyriadis | Stars: Juliana Andrea Casas Herrera, Daniel Delyon, Yoann Hoareau
Votes: 132
39. Project Arrhythmia (2019 Video Game)
E | Animation, Music
An entirely fan-operated bullet hell game where you play as a square named Hal dodging attacks that move along with the music.
Director: Lily Craver
Votes: 10
40. TJ_beastboy - Big Brains + Hella Sexy + Friday Night (2021 Video Game)
4 min | Music
Director: Daniel Tjarks | Stars: Daniel Tjarks, Toni Pirosa, Felix Weiß, Luna Darko
41. Hatsune Miku: Project Diva X (2016 Video Game)
T | Action, Music
Help Miku and her friends sing and dance their way through five Clouds that comprise their world. Each Cloud has its own unique aura, Classic, Cool, Cute, Elegant and Quirky that will offer... See full summary »
Director: Tetsuya Ohtsubo | Stars: Neru Akita, Arufumikku, Miku Hatsune, Len Kagamine
Votes: 89
42. osu! (2007 Video Game)
Music, Musical
The primary emphasis of gameplay is to adapt and react to stimuli in the form of clicking or tapping on hit circles, which requires good eye-hand coordination. These hit circles have other ... See full summary »
Director: Dean Herbert
Votes: 113
43. Persona 4: Dancing All Night (2015 Video Game)
T | Comedy, Music
Director: Kazuhisa Wada | Stars: Kana Hanazawa, Yoko Honna, Yui Horie, Kaori Ishihara
Votes: 91
44. Just Dance 2022 (2021 Video Game)
E10+ | Family, Music
Directors: Maxime Montcalm, Matthew Tomkinson | Stars: Alexandra Poupin, Alexandra Trovato, Alissa Ed-Dhimine, Anais Imbert Clery
Votes: 46
45. Indie Cross (2021 Video Game)
Animation, Adventure, Comedy
BoyFriend gets sucked into a strange red portal, and then he has to rap against indie games characters
Directors: BrightFyre, Moro Nighteye, Will Ryan | Stars: Will Ryan, James Dijit, David Cazares
46. Just Shapes and Beats (2018 Video Game)
E10+ | Action, Adventure, Comedy
You control a small square that dodges a series of pink shapes that move in time with the background music.
Votes: 51
47. Guitar Hero: Metallica (2009 Video Game)
Family, Music
Guitar Hero: Metallica is the second game of the Guitar Hero series to focus on the career and songs of one band, with support for lead and bass guitar, drums, and vocals.
Stars: Kirk Hammett, Brad Hawkins, James Hetfield, Jeff Hoferer
Votes: 491
48. Guitar Hero II (2006 Video Game)
T | Music
Sequel to Guitar Hero (2005), featuring more than 40 popular licensed songs which you play on a guitar controller.
Stars: Jason Kendall, Jason Matthewson, Kimberly Pace-Nieva, Danny Shorago
Votes: 1,557
49. Crypt of the NecroDancer (2014 Video Game)
T | Action, Adventure, Fantasy
Cadence, in search for her dad, falls into a crypt controlled by the NecroDancer, who steals Cadence's heart and forces her to challenge his minions to retrieve it.
Director: Ryan Clark | Stars: Elspeth Eastman, Caitlyn Bairstow, Cia Court, Gavin Hammon
Votes: 99
50. Happy Feet Two (2011 Video Game)
Adventure, Family, Music
Stars: Jay Karim Jonker, Theo De Pillecyn, Garrett William Fountain
Votes: 32