Melatonin is an indie rhythm game from studio Half Asleep that has players enter the dream world of an insomniac to press or hold buttons in time with a beat. With its pastel aesthetic and engaging minigames, Melatonin is an enjoyable and unique experience for rhythm game fans.

Beat Sports

Released in 2017, Beat Sports is a fun, lighthearted party game for the Nintendo Switch that takes inspiration from rhythm games such as Melatonin. It features multiple modes where you can battle or cooperate with up to four friends, with each mode having its own unique style of play. Each mode has you following the rhythm of the beat and tapping and holding the Joy-Cons in time with various musical cues. The game also includes a deep and varied soundtrack featuring music from various genres, making it great for those who want to get their groove on.

Thumper

This intense rhythm game was released in 2016 and is available on multiple platforms, including PC, PS4, Xbox One, and Nintendo Switch. In Thumper, you take control of a silver beetle as it speeds along an ever-changing track filled with obstacles and enemies that must be avoided or attacked in time with the thumping rhythms of the soundtrack. With its intense audio/visual style, Thumper provides an intense challenge for anyone looking for something similar to Melatonin but with more of an intense edge.

Crypt of the NecroDancer

This 2014 hit is a roguelike dungeon crawler where everything is controlled by rhythm. You take control of Cadence as she ventures into the Crypt searching for her lost father, braving monsters and traps all while dancing to a variety of beats from different genres, including hip-hop, rock, and more! Perfectly timed button presses will help you survive longer as you progress further into this challenging yet rewarding game which provides an experience similar to Melatonin but with more RPG elements thrown in for good measure!

Muse Dash

Released in 2019, this cute little rhythm game is available on multiple platforms, including PC, PS4, Xbox One, and Nintendo Switch. In Muse Dash, you take control of one of three characters as they battle through enemies set to some catchy tunes! Matching your button presses to the beat will cause your character to deliver powerful attacks while avoiding them will help you stay alive longer! Perfectly timed combos can also produce special effects which add even more fun and excitement to this fast-paced rhythm experience which should be familiar territory for fans of Melatonin!

Pato Box

This 2017 boxing adventure has you taking control of Pato Box – a half-man half-duck hybrid – as he attempts to save his world from a corrupt corporation by fighting his way through its ranks using only his fists! Timing your punches correctly will help deliver powerful blows while avoiding enemy attacks will keep Pato safe from harm! The game also features some catchy music that perfectly matches its comic book art style, making it great for anyone wanting something similar to Melatonin but with a bit more adventure thrown into the mix!