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2001PlayStation

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.

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

The closest matches for Gitaroo Man are PaRappa the Rapper 2, Muse Dash and Rhythm Doctor. 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

Timing and reflexes matter (parrying, dodging)

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 Doctor

Timing and reflexes matter (parrying, dodging)

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.

Space Channel 5

Distinctive, stylised art style

As space reporter Ulala, you defeat alien invaders by copying their dance moves in perfect rhythm. Its vivid retro-futuristic style and groovy soundtrack make this rhythm game unforgettable.

Space Channel 5: Part 2

Distinctive, stylised art style

As the groovy reporter Ulala, you match dance moves in rhythm against alien dancers to rescue captured people. A vividly colorful, quirky retro-futuristic rhythm game with an infectious soundtrack.

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.

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.

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.

Friday Night Funkin'

Timing and reflexes matter (parrying, dodging)

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.

Rhythm Sprout

Timing and reflexes matter (parrying, dodging)

A fast-paced rhythm action game with an original soundtrack spanning K-pop, EDM, hip-hop and chill lo-fi. A quirky story leads through 30 handcrafted levels and boss fights timed to the music.

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