Computed from player tags · Not ranked by quality
24 games like Rhythm Doctor (2026)
Every game below overlaps with Rhythm Doctor on things players said about it rather than on our opinion of what feels alike. Each entry shows what it matched on, so you can throw out the ones matching on the part you did not care about.
The games like Rhythm Doctor on a map
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The short version
- Closest match: Just Shapes & Beats, which both story-rich and strategy.
- Rhythm Doctor is tagged Rhythm, Music, Pixel Graphics, Level Editor, Story Rich, Indie, Singleplayer, Early Access by Steam players. Those tags are what the matching runs on.
- 24 games qualify, each with at least fifty player reviews behind its sentiment figure.
- 1 are from the same studio: A Dance of Fire and Ice.
Why players value Rhythm Doctor
The five things Steam players tag Rhythm Doctor with most. This is the yardstick every game below is measured against: the closer a game matches these, the more it is likely to scratch the same itch.
- Rhythm
- Music
- Pixel Graphics
- Level Editor
- Story Rich
| Reception | on Steam (98% of 26,941) |
|---|---|
| Watch-outs | no widespread problems reported by players |
| Price | $15.99 |
Tags, sentiment and reported problems come from Steam players; the story line is from Wikipedia. We do not add a written opinion of our own.
How these were matched
Steam tags carry the most weight, because players apply them and they describe how a game feels rather than how it was filed. Souls-like, Atmospheric and Cozy exist as tags and as nothing else, which is exactly the vocabulary this question needs. Formal genres count for less, themes and a shared studio for more.
Tags carried by more than a third of the catalogue are thrown out before matching. Nearly everything is tagged Singleplayer, so matching on it is matching on nothing. That cutoff is computed from the catalogue rather than fixed, so it moves as the catalogue grows.
All 24, closest first
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Just Shapes & Beats
Why it matched: both story-rich and strategy; shares 8 player tags including Rhythm, Music and 2D.
"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 at a glance Released 2018 Studio Berzerk Studio Player sentiment 98% positive of 26,015 Price $11.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.3/10 · Steam: (98% of 26,015)
Matches Rhythm Doctor on: 3 of 5 — Rhythm, Music, Story Rich
Why players like it: Rhythm, Great Soundtrack, Music, Bullet Hell, Difficult — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Rhythm Doctor: $11.99 — $4.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Rhythm Doctor:RhythmMusic2DIndieLocal MultiplayerLocal Co-OpStory RichFunny
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Gunpoint
Why it matched: both story-rich and strategy; shares 7 player tags including Indie, 2D and Pixel Graphics.
Gunpoint is a stealth puzzle game that lets you rewire its levels to trick people. You play a freelance spy who takes jobs from his clients to break into high security buildings and steal sensitive data.
Gunpoint at a glance Released 2013 Studio Suspicious Developments Player sentiment 98% positive of 13,326 Price $9.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.2/10 · Steam: (98% of 13,326)
Matches Rhythm Doctor on: 3 of 5 — Pixel Graphics, Level Editor, Story Rich
Why players like it: Stealth, Indie, Puzzle, 2D, Pixel Graphics — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Rhythm Doctor: $9.99 — $6.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Rhythm Doctor:Indie2DPixel GraphicsComedyFunnyLevel EditorStory Rich
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BlazBlue: Calamity Trigger
Why it matched: both story-rich; shares 9 player tags including Anime, Arcade and 2D.
The first hi-res 2D fighter from the creators of the Guilty Gear series! BlazBlue is a traditional 2D fighter where two characters participate in a duel.
BlazBlue: Calamity Trigger at a glance Released 2008 Studio Arc System Works Player sentiment 86% positive of 3,234 Price $9.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 6.7/10 · Steam: (86% of 3,234)
Matches Rhythm Doctor on: 2 of 5 — Pixel Graphics, Story Rich
Why players like it: Fighting, Anime, 2D Fighter, Arcade, Great Soundtrack — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Rhythm Doctor: $9.99 — $6.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: players report performance and stutter, crashes and freezes (details)
Shared with Rhythm Doctor:AnimeArcade2DLocal MultiplayerLocal Co-OpStory RichCutePixel Graphics
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HuniePop
Why it matched: both story-rich and strategy; shares 6 player tags including Anime, Cute and Comedy.
HuniePop is a unique sim experience for PC, Mac and Linux. It's a gameplay first approach that's part dating sim, part puzzle game, with light RPG elements, a visual novel style of presentation, an abrasive western writing style and plenty of "plot".
HuniePop at a glance Released 2015 Studio HuniePot Player sentiment 96% positive of 31,679 Price $9.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.2/10 · Steam: (96% of 31,679)
Matches Rhythm Doctor on: 1 of 5 — Story Rich
Why players like it: Nudity, Mature, Sexual Content, Anime, Dating Sim — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Rhythm Doctor: $9.99 — $6.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Rhythm Doctor:AnimeCuteComedyIndieStory Rich2D
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World of Goo
Why it matched: both story-rich and strategy; shares 6 player tags including Indie, 2D and Cute.
World of Goo is a multiple award winning physics based puzzle / construction game made entirely by two guys.
World of Goo at a glance Released 2008 Studio 2D Boy Player sentiment 94% positive of 6,589 Price $14.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.9/10 · Steam: (94% of 6,589)
Matches Rhythm Doctor on: 1 of 5 — Story Rich
Why players like it: Puzzle, Indie, Physics, Singleplayer, Great Soundtrack — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Rhythm Doctor: $14.99 — $1.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Rhythm Doctor:Indie2DCuteComedyFunnyStory Rich
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A Dance of Fire and Ice
Why it matched: made by the same studio, 7th Beat Games; shares 7 player tags including Rhythm, Music and Level Editor.
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 at a glance Released 2019 Studio 7th Beat Games Player sentiment 94% positive of 83,377 Price $4.79 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.3/10 · Steam: (94% of 83,377)
Matches Rhythm Doctor on: 3 of 5 — Rhythm, Music, Level Editor
Why players like it: Rhythm, Music, Difficult, Level Editor, Singleplayer — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Rhythm Doctor: $4.79 — $11.20 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Rhythm Doctor:RhythmMusicLevel EditorIndie2DArcadeAnime
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Cook, Serve, Delicious!
Why it matched: both strategy; shares 7 player tags including Indie, Arcade and 2D.
Hungry? Take your restaurant from a one star abomination to a five star wonder in Cook, Serve, Delicious! Plan your menu, upgrade your equipment, and master challenges with easy-to-learn, hard-to-master gameplay!
Cook, Serve, Delicious! at a glance Released 2013 Studio Vertigo Gaming Inc. Player sentiment 94% positive of 5,711 Price $3.24 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.6/10 · Steam: (94% of 5,711)
Matches Rhythm Doctor on: none of the top five directly; it matched on other tags below
Why players like it: Indie, Time Management, Typing, Difficult, Management — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Rhythm Doctor: $3.24 — $12.75 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Rhythm Doctor:IndieArcade2DFunnyComedyLocal Co-OpLocal Multiplayer
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Geometry Dash
Why it matched: both strategy; shares 7 player tags including Music, Level Editor and 2D.
Jump and fly your way through danger in this rhythm-based action platformer!
Geometry Dash at a glance Released 2013 Studio RobTop Games Player sentiment 93% positive of 637,714 Price $4.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.3/10 · Steam: (93% of 637,714)
Matches Rhythm Doctor on: 3 of 5 — Rhythm, Music, Level Editor
Why players like it: Difficult, Music, Level Editor, Great Soundtrack, Precision Platformer — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Rhythm Doctor: $4.99 — $11.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Rhythm Doctor:MusicLevel Editor2DRhythmIndieArcadeFunny
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Bopl Battle
Why it matched: both strategy; shares 6 player tags including Funny, Local Co-Op and Local Multiplayer; released around the same time (2023).
A couch/online game where you battle your friends with unique and wild abilities. There are many choices such as a shrink ray, creating black holes, stopping time and attaching a rocket engine to the stage to send it flying. Choose a combination that synergizes well to win the round!
Bopl Battle at a glance Released 2023 Studio Johan Grönvall Player sentiment 97% positive of 25,699 Price $9.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.2/10 · Steam: (97% of 25,699)
Matches Rhythm Doctor on: none of the top five directly; it matched on other tags below
Why players like it: Multiplayer, 4 Player Local, 2D Fighter, Action, Online Co-Op — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Rhythm Doctor: $9.99 — $6.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Rhythm Doctor:FunnyLocal Co-OpLocal Multiplayer2DCuteComedy
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Undertale
Why it matched: both story-rich; shares 7 player tags including Story Rich, Pixel Graphics and Funny.
UNDERTALE! The RPG game where you don't have to destroy anyone.
Undertale at a glance Released 2015 Studio 8-4 Player sentiment 96% positive of 338,731 Price $9.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.8/10 · Steam: (96% of 338,731)
Matches Rhythm Doctor on: 2 of 5 — Pixel Graphics, Story Rich
Why players like it: Great Soundtrack, Story Rich, Choices Matter, Multiple Endings, Pixel Graphics — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Rhythm Doctor: $9.99 — $6.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Rhythm Doctor:Story RichPixel GraphicsFunnyIndie2DComedyCute
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Lobotomy Corporation | Monster Management Simulation
Why it matched: both story-rich and strategy; shares 5 player tags including Story Rich, Indie and 2D.
A roguelite monster-management simulation inspired by the likes of the SCP Foundation, Cabin in the Woods, and Warehouse 13. Order your employees to perform work with the creatures and watch as it unfolds; harness greater energy, and expand the facility
Lobotomy Corporation | Monster Management Simulation at a glance Released 2018 Studio ProjectMoon Player sentiment 94% positive of 56,811 Price $24.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.2/10 · Steam: (94% of 56,811)
Matches Rhythm Doctor on: 1 of 5 — Story Rich
Why players like it: Management, Difficult, Psychological Horror, Story Rich, Simulation — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Rhythm Doctor: $24.99 — $9.00 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Rhythm Doctor:Story RichIndie2DCuteAnime
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Child of Light
Why it matched: both story-rich and strategy; shares 5 player tags including 2D, Story Rich and Cute.
Aurora, a young girl from 1895 Austria, awakens on the lost fairytale continent of Lemuria. To return home she must fight against the dark creatures of the Queen of the Night, who have stolen the sun, the moon and the stars. At stake is not only Lemuria, but Aurora’s true destiny.
Child of Light at a glance Released 2014 Studio Not recorded Player sentiment 91% positive of 13,481 Price $14.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.4/10 · Steam: (91% of 13,481)
Matches Rhythm Doctor on: 1 of 5 — Story Rich
Why players like it: RPG, Fantasy, Great Soundtrack, Turn-Based, Female Protagonist — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Rhythm Doctor: $14.99 — $1.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: players report crashes and freezes, will not launch or install, launchers, accounts and anti-cheat (details)
Shared with Rhythm Doctor:2DStory RichCuteLocal Co-OpIndie
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Punch Club
Why it matched: both story-rich and strategy; shares 5 player tags including Pixel Graphics, Arcade and 2D.
Train hard, fight crocodiles and find love. Earn your place in the Punch Club ranks, and discover who brutally murdered your father, in this choose your own adventure boxing management tycoon.
Punch Club at a glance Released 2016 Studio Lazy Bear Games Player sentiment 80% positive of 15,767 Price $9.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.0/10 · Steam: (80% of 15,767)
Matches Rhythm Doctor on: 2 of 5 — Pixel Graphics, Story Rich
Why players like it: Management, Pixel Graphics, Time Management, Boxing, Beat 'em up — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Rhythm Doctor: $9.99 — $6.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Rhythm Doctor:Pixel GraphicsArcade2DStory RichFunny
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Balatro
Why it matched: both story-rich and strategy; shares 4 player tags including Pixel Graphics, 2D and Indie; released around the same time (2024).
The poker roguelike. Balatro is a hypnotically satisfying deckbuilder where you play illegal poker hands, discover game-changing jokers, and trigger adrenaline-pumping, outrageous combos.
Balatro at a glance Released 2024 Studio LocalThunk Player sentiment 98% positive of 197,690 Price $14.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.4/10 · Steam: (98% of 197,690)
Matches Rhythm Doctor on: 1 of 5 — Pixel Graphics
Why players like it: Card Game, Roguelike Deckbuilder, Rogue-like, Deckbuilding, Singleplayer — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Rhythm Doctor: $14.99 — $1.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Rhythm Doctor:Pixel Graphics2DIndieArcade
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Volcano Princess
Why it matched: both story-rich and strategy; shares 4 player tags including Anime, Story Rich and Cute; released around the same time (2023).
Prepare the next monarch by finding her hobbies, training her for battle, and befriending the citizens she'll one day protect. Dive into an all-new parenting-simulator-RPG adventure, where every decision you make will not only affect the future of your daughter but that of an entire empire!
Volcano Princess at a glance Released 2023 Studio 养蛋人 Egg Hatcher Player sentiment 98% positive of 49,009 Price $10.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.4/10 · Steam: (98% of 49,009)
Matches Rhythm Doctor on: 1 of 5 — Story Rich
Why players like it: Life Sim, Multiple Endings, Choices Matter, RPG, Anime — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Rhythm Doctor: $10.99 — $5.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Rhythm Doctor:AnimeStory RichCuteIndie
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DELTARUNE
Why it matched: both story-rich; shares 6 player tags including Story Rich, Pixel Graphics and Funny; released around the same time (2025).
Dive into the parallel story to UNDERTALE! Fight or spare your way through action-packed battles as you explore a mysterious world alongside an endearing cast of new and familiar characters. Chapters 1-5 are available now, with more planned as free updates!
DELTARUNE at a glance Released 2025 Studio tobyfox Player sentiment 98% positive of 133,535 Price $24.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.6/10 · Steam: (98% of 133,535)
Matches Rhythm Doctor on: 3 of 5 — Music, Pixel Graphics, Story Rich
Why players like it: Story Rich, Great Soundtrack, Pixel Graphics, Funny, RPG — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Rhythm Doctor: $24.99 — $9.00 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Rhythm Doctor:Story RichPixel GraphicsFunny2DComedyMusic
- 17
Library Of Ruina
Why it matched: both story-rich and strategy; shares 4 player tags including Story Rich, Indie and 2D; released around the same time (2021).
"May you find your book in this place." Combat between the guests and the librarians breaks out as if it were on a stage. Defeated guests turn into books, and the Library grows onward. And eventually, get your hands on… The one singular, perfect book.
Library Of Ruina at a glance Released 2021 Studio ProjectMoon Player sentiment 94% positive of 44,826 Price $29.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.1/10 · Steam: (94% of 44,826)
Matches Rhythm Doctor on: 1 of 5 — Story Rich
Why players like it: Story Rich, Card Game, Strategy, Difficult, Deckbuilding — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Rhythm Doctor: $29.99 — $14.00 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Rhythm Doctor:Story RichIndie2DAnime
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Loop Hero
Why it matched: both story-rich and strategy; shares 4 player tags including Pixel Graphics, Indie and 2D; released around the same time (2021).
The Lich has thrown the world into a timeless loop and plunged its inhabitants into never ending chaos. Wield an expanding deck of mystical cards to place enemies, buildings, and terrain along each unique expedition loop for the brave hero.
Loop Hero at a glance Released 2021 Studio Four Quarters Player sentiment 93% positive of 36,517 Price $14.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.1/10 · Steam: (93% of 36,517)
Matches Rhythm Doctor on: 2 of 5 — Pixel Graphics, Story Rich
Why players like it: Tactical, Rogue-like, Pixel Graphics, Deckbuilding, Rogue-lite — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Rhythm Doctor: $14.99 — $1.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Rhythm Doctor:Pixel GraphicsIndie2DStory Rich
- 19
LoveChoice
Why it matched: both story-rich; shares 6 player tags including Story Rich, Cute and Indie; released around the same time (2021).
"What is love?" We try to answer that with this game. The game encourages people to have a warm, soft, and understanding heart.
LoveChoice at a glance Released 2021 Studio Akaba Studio Player sentiment 92% positive of 36,611 Price $1.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.0/10 · Steam: (92% of 36,611)
Matches Rhythm Doctor on: 1 of 5 — Story Rich
Why players like it: Romance, Dating Sim, Choices Matter, Story Rich, Visual Novel — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Rhythm Doctor: $1.99 — $14.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Rhythm Doctor:Story RichCuteIndie2DEarly AccessAnime
- 20
Sea of Stars: Sunset Edition
Why it matched: both story-rich; shares 6 player tags including Pixel Graphics, Local Co-Op and Story Rich; released around the same time (2023).
Sea of Stars is a turn-based RPG inspired by the classics. It tells the story of two Children of the Solstice who will combine the powers of the sun and moon to perform Eclipse Magic, the only force capable of fending off the monstrous creations of the evil alchemist known as The Fleshmancer.
Sea of Stars: Sunset Edition at a glance Released 2023 Studio Sabotage Studio Player sentiment 89% positive of 15,343 Price $34.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.8/10 · Steam: (89% of 15,343)
Matches Rhythm Doctor on: 2 of 5 — Pixel Graphics, Story Rich
Why players like it: Pixel Graphics, JRPG, Turn-Based Combat, Local Co-Op, Party-Based RPG — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Rhythm Doctor: $34.99 — $19.00 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Rhythm Doctor:Pixel GraphicsLocal Co-OpStory Rich2DIndieFunny
- 21
MELTY BLOOD: TYPE LUMINA
Why it matched: both story-rich; shares 6 player tags including Anime, Pixel Graphics and Arcade; released around the same time (2021).
This is the latest addition to the series of 2D fighting games based on TYPE-MOON's visual novel, Tsukihime. The curtain rises once more on dramatic battles played out with familiar characters from Tsukihime: A Piece of Blue Glass Moon.
MELTY BLOOD: TYPE LUMINA at a glance Released 2021 Studio FRENCH-BREAD Player sentiment 89% positive of 10,574 Price $49.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.5/10 · Steam: (89% of 10,574)
Matches Rhythm Doctor on: 2 of 5 — Pixel Graphics, Story Rich
Why players like it: Fighting, 2D Fighter, Anime, Pixel Graphics, Vampire — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Rhythm Doctor: $49.99 — $34.00 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Rhythm Doctor:AnimePixel GraphicsArcadeStory Rich2DModern
- 22
Baba Is You
Why it matched: both strategy; shares 6 player tags including Indie, Pixel Graphics and Cute.
Baba Is You is a puzzle game where the rules you have to follow are present as blocks you can interact with. By manipulating them, you can change how the game works, repurpose things you find in the levels and cause surprising interactions!
Baba Is You at a glance Released 2019 Studio Hempuli Oy Player sentiment 98% positive of 24,536 Price $14.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.4/10 · Steam: (98% of 24,536)
Matches Rhythm Doctor on: 2 of 5 — Pixel Graphics, Level Editor
Why players like it: Puzzle, Indie, Difficult, Singleplayer, Logic — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Rhythm Doctor: $14.99 — $1.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Rhythm Doctor:IndiePixel GraphicsCute2DLevel EditorFunny
- 23
Crypt of the NecroDancer
Why it matched: both strategy; shares 6 player tags including Rhythm, Pixel Graphics and Indie.
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 at a glance Released 2014 Studio Brace Yourself Games Player sentiment 95% positive of 26,481 Price $14.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.8/10 · Steam: (95% of 26,481)
Matches Rhythm Doctor on: 3 of 5 — Rhythm, Music, Pixel Graphics
Why players like it: Rhythm, Female Protagonist, Difficult, Rogue-like, Great Soundtrack — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Rhythm Doctor: $14.99 — $1.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Rhythm Doctor:RhythmPixel GraphicsIndieMusicLocal Co-Op2D
- 24
Door Kickers: Action Squad
Why it matched: both strategy; shares 6 player tags including Pixel Graphics, Local Co-Op and 2D.
Rescue hostages, disarm bombs and save the day in this old school, side-scroller action game with retro graphics and retro sensibilities. Online and Couch Coop Included.
Door Kickers: Action Squad at a glance Released 2018 Studio PixelShard Player sentiment 95% positive of 10,607 Price $13.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.9/10 · Steam: (95% of 10,607)
Matches Rhythm Doctor on: 2 of 5 — Pixel Graphics, Level Editor
Why players like it: 2D Platformer, Pixel Graphics, Local Co-Op, Retro, Action — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Rhythm Doctor: $13.99 — $2.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Rhythm Doctor:Pixel GraphicsLocal Co-Op2DLevel EditorLocal MultiplayerIndie
Common questions
What game is most like Rhythm Doctor?
Just Shapes & Beats, on the evidence we have. It both story-rich and strategy. That is a statement about overlap, not a promise you will like it as much: two games can share every tag and still feel different to play.
How is "similar to Rhythm Doctor" decided?
By overlap on the tags Steam players applied to each game, the formal genres, the themes both sit in, and whether the same studio made them. Tags carry the most weight because players write them, so they describe how a game feels rather than how it was filed. Tags carried by more than a third of the catalogue are ignored: matching on "Singleplayer" is matching on nothing. Every entry below shows exactly what it matched on.
Are these ranked by quality?
No. They are ordered by how much they overlap with Rhythm Doctor. Where two games overlap equally, the better received one goes first, but that only moves a game a place or two. Each entry shows its own player sentiment so you can weigh that separately.
What else did the makers of Rhythm Doctor do?
A Dance of Fire and Ice is also from 7th Beat Games, and appears in the list below for that reason as well as on tag overlap.
Do you get paid for these recommendations?
No. The order is computed from tag and genre overlap and nothing else. No placement here can be bought, and a game appearing high on this page is a statement about resemblance rather than an endorsement.