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2001 PlayStation

A quirky rhythm game in which a shy boy wields a magical guitar to save the universe. It offers beat-driven boss duels, a wild cartoon look and an infectious soundtrack.

What defines Gitaroo Man:

  • Lots of humour
  • Distinctive, stylised art style
  • Timing and reflexes matter (parrying, dodging)
  • Challenging difficulty

The closest matches for Gitaroo Man are Muse Dash, Rhythm Heaven Groove and Rift of the NecroDancer. Each of these 10 games shares something of what makes Gitaroo Man special – the reasons are listed right on each game.

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Muse Dash

94 %

2018 PCNintendo Switch 3.49 € 👍 90 % Very positive, 119,429 reviews on Steam

  • Timing and reflexes matter (parrying, dodging)
  • Distinctive, stylised art style
  • Lots of humour

A bright anime-styled rhythm game where you run along stages in time with the music, kicking enemies and dodging obstacles. The catchy soundtrack and cute humor make it approachable, while higher difficulties demand precise timing.

Rhythm Heaven Groove

Lots of humour

Rhythm Heaven Groove continues the series of quirky rhythm games on Switch, where you hit precise beats in short, absurd minigames set to catchy music. Ratings are based mostly on the series, since the game is very new.

Rift of the NecroDancer

Timing and reflexes matter (parrying, dodging)

A fast-paced rhythm spinoff of the NecroDancer universe where Cadence beats enemies and bosses in time with a catchy Danny Baranowsky soundtrack. Precise timing and great music take center stage.

Um Jammer Lammy

Lots of humour

A quirky rhythm game where you play clumsy guitarist Lammy, hitting button prompts in time to rock tracks. Its paper-cutout look, absurd humor and catchy songs make it stand out.

PaRappa the Rapper

Lots of humour

The grandfather of rhythm games: you press buttons in time to help PaRappa the dog win rap battles. Its quirky paper-cutout look, goofy teachers and catchy songs make it unforgettable.

Rhythm Doctor

Lots of humour

A charming rhythm game where you heal patients by hitting the beat of their heartbeats with a defibrillator. It surprises with inventive rhythm twists, pixel art, humor, heart and a great soundtrack.

PaRappa the Rapper 2

Lots of humour

A rhythm game where you press buttons in time to rap along as PaRappa against quirky teachers and friends. Its flat paper-cutout look, goofy humor and catchy songs define the experience.

Friday Night Funkin'

Lots of humour

A bright, cartoonish rhythm game where you play Boyfriend in music battles against quirky opponents, hitting notes in time with the beat. Pixel-style visuals, goofy humor and a catchy soundtrack define its appeal.

Disney's Aladdin

Lots of humour

A brisk 2D platformer based on the Disney film, where Aladdin leaps through Agrabah, the Cave of Wonders and the palace using thrown apples and sword swipes. Its charming film-inspired visuals and chase sequences make it a 16-bit-era classic.

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