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2001 PlayStation

A rail shooter where every shot becomes part of the electronic soundtrack. Abstract neon visuals, rhythm and sound merge into a hypnotic trip through a computer network.

What defines Rez:

  • Distinctive, stylised art style
  • Sci-fi setting
  • Lavish presentation
  • Timing and reflexes matter (parrying, dodging)

The closest matches for Rez are Child of Eden, Aaero and Aaero2. Each of these 10 games shares something of what makes Rez special – the reasons are listed right on each game.

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Child of Eden

98 %

2011 PlayStationXbox

  • Distinctive, stylised art style
  • Lavish presentation
  • Sci-fi setting

A rhythm-driven rail shooter by Tetsuya Mizuguchi where music, light and color blend into a synesthetic trip. You lock on and fire in time with the beat at abstract enemies across psychedelic cyberspace worlds.

Aaero

Lavish presentation

A rhythm shooter where you fly along ribbons of light, blasting enemies and bosses in time with licensed electronic music. The soundtrack and stylized look are the highlights.

Aaero2

Sci-fi setting

A fast-paced music rail shooter where you fly through colorful alien worlds, follow ribbons of light and blast enemies and bosses in time with Monstercat's electronic soundtrack. Co-op is supported.

Yars: Recharged

Timing and reflexes matter (parrying, dodging)

A neon-soaked reimagining of the Atari classic that blends arcade shooting with bullet hell, demanding that you read boss patterns and audio-visual warnings. It is backed by a driving electronic soundtrack.

Rym 9000

Sci-fi setting

A frantic arcade shooter drawing on Akira and Evangelion, following a treasure hunt to the Moon with an intense soundtrack and over-the-top visuals.

Rollerdrome

Distinctive, stylised art style

A fast third-person action game where you skate through futuristic arenas, pull off tricks and shoot enemies mid-air. Fluid movement and precise timing mesh together in a stylish retro-future 70s look.

Neon Drive

Timing and reflexes matter (parrying, dodging)

A fast-paced arcade game with an 80s look where you dodge obstacles in time with a synthwave soundtrack. Neon visuals and a driving score create strong atmosphere and demand precise reflexes.

Afterbeat

Timing and reflexes matter (parrying, dodging)

A music-driven bullet-hell where you play a tiny nanobot dodging deadly yet beautiful patterns in time with the soundtrack. Quick reflexes and timing are the core of the experience.

Mega Man 11

Sci-fi setting

The classic run-and-gun platformer returns with a fresh 2.5D look: you beat Robot Masters, take their weapons and tackle tight, precise stages. The new Double Gear system lets you slow time or boost your firepower.

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