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Soundfall

PlayStation 4, PC (Microsoft Windows), Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S • 2022

Should you play it?

Soundfall is a dungeon crawler that combines looter-shooter action with rhythm-based gameplay. Venture out solo or with up to 4 friends locally or online. Collect loot and time your actions to the beat to become all powerful. Play the Campaign Mode, Free Play 100's of songs or import your own music!

What works
  • Large and diverse soundtrack with custom song import
  • Fun and satisfying rhythm-based combat
  • Supports online and local co-op multiplayer
  • Polished visuals and animations
  • Addictive gameplay with good progression and loot
Things to keep in mind
  • Repetitive level design and environments
  • Some ui and tutorial aspects lacking clarity
  • Custom song beat detection can be inaccurate
  • Loot and character progression can feel grindy
  • Multiplayer limitations with custom songs

What to play next

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Top picks

Games that feel the closest overall

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  • Serious Sam Fusion 2017 (beta)

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Hidden Gems

Less popular games with surprisingly high similarity

  • Atomic Picnic

  • Knights Within

  • Starlight Revolver
If you liked…

Recommendations by what you enjoyed most

  • Autonomy

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  • Continuation

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  • Creativity

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Soundfall: Broadly representative of its motivational profile, with a few distinct shifts. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Cooperation, Fellowship, Intimacy, Leadership. Here, the score leans higher than usual among comparable games on Violence. It leans lower than usual among comparable games on Exploration, Leadership.

Why this game works

A motivational profile of the game, with the closest similar game for each player motivation.

  • Autonomy

    Game with the same Autonomy vibe

    4

    "Players choose their own music and select characters with unique abilities, allowing personal control over gameplay experience."

    Capsule for AudioSurf AudioSurf

    "Players can choose different characters, weapons, and import their own songs, allowing personal control over gameplay and music experience."

  • Competence

    Game with the same Competence vibe

    3

    "Combat requires skill and timing; players report a learning curve and satisfaction from mastering mechanics despite some clunkiness."

    Capsule for Song of Iron Song of Iron

    "The game has a learning curve with rhythm timing and weapon use; players report skill improvement and satisfaction from mastering beat-based combat."

  • Competition

    Game with the same Competition vibe

    -3

    "Focus is on personal rhythm and progression rather than competing against others or leaderboards."

    Capsule for Chair F*cking Simulator Chair F*cking Simulator

    "Focus is primarily on personal rhythm mastery and progression rather than ranked or leaderboard competition."

  • Continuation

    Game with the same Continuation vibe

    4

    "Many players report addictive gameplay with long sessions, replayability through multiple modes and challenges, and desire to keep playing despite some frustrating parts."

    Capsule for Ghost 1.0 Ghost 1.0

    "Many players report addictive gameplay with long sessions, replayability through custom songs, and desire to keep playing."

  • Cooperation

    Game with the same Cooperation vibe

    3

    "Supports local co-op play, allowing teamwork though no online multiplayer."

    Capsule for Dead Pixels Dead Pixels

    "Supports online and local co-op play; multiplayer is described as chaotic but fun, encouraging teamwork."

  • Creativity

    Game with the same Creativity vibe

    4

    "Allows importing and playing with custom music tracks, enabling player creativity and personalization."

    Capsule for Lofi Ping Pong Lofi Ping Pong

    "Players can import and play custom songs, and there is potential for community-created content, fostering creativity."

  • Domination

    Game with the same Domination vibe

    -4

    "Interactions emphasize cooperative play and shared experiences rather than dominance or power over others."

    Capsule for Dead Island 2 Dead Island 2

    "Interactions emphasize cooperative play and shared experiences rather than dominance or power over others."

  • Escapism

    Game with the same Escapism vibe

    4

    "Players use the game as a relaxing, immersive rhythm experience and stress relief with engaging music and visuals."

    Capsule for MUSYNX MUSYNX

    "Players use the game as a fun, immersive rhythm experience to relax, enjoy music, and escape daily stress."

  • Expectation

    Game with the same Expectation vibe

    -4

    "Players engage voluntarily for fun and personal interest; no reports of obligation or pressure."

    Capsule for Bang Average Football – Play, Manage, Create Bang Average Football – Play, Manage, Create

    "Players engage voluntarily for fun and personal interest, with no reports of obligation or pressure."

  • Experimenting

    Game with the same Experimenting vibe

    3

    "Players experiment with different music tracks, ship builds, and difficulty settings, exploring varied gameplay experiences."

    Capsule for Beat Hazard Beat Hazard

    "Players experiment with different characters, weapons, and custom songs, exploring game mechanics and music mapping."

  • Exploration

    Game with the same Exploration vibe

    -2

    "Level design is linear and repetitive with reused areas; some exploration in side quests but overall limited discovery."

    Capsule for Thymesia Thymesia

    "Level design is somewhat repetitive and reuses structures; exploration is limited but some map variety exists."

  • Expression

    Game with the same Expression vibe

    3

    "Customization of characters and weapons allows personal expression within gameplay."

    Capsule for Steven Universe: Save the Light Steven Universe: Save the Light

    "Character and weapon customization, plus importing own music, allow personal expression within gameplay."

  • Fantasy

    Game with the same Fantasy vibe

    2

    "Stylized visuals and character Cranky provide some imaginative elements, though grounded in rhythm gameplay."

    Capsule for Beatblock Beatblock

    "The game features stylized, imaginative worlds and characters, but grounded in rhythm shooter mechanics rather than deep fantasy lore."

  • Fellowship

    Game with the same Fellowship vibe

    3

    "Community aspects include co-op play and sharing custom levels, fostering social connection."

    Capsule for LEGO® Indiana Jones™ 2: The Adventure Continues LEGO® Indiana Jones™ 2: The Adventure Continues

    "Community aspects include co-op play and shared enjoyment of music, fostering social connection."

  • Growth

    Game with the same Growth vibe

    3

    "Learning weapon mechanics and combat skills; some players mention steep learning curve and improvement."

    Capsule for Monster Hunter Rise: Sunbreak Demo Monster Hunter Rise: Sunbreak Demo

    "Players develop rhythm skills and learn weapon mechanics; some report a steep learning curve and personal improvement."

  • Health

    Game with the same Health vibe

    -4

    "Primarily a sedentary game with no physical activity or health-related features."

    Capsule for STAR WARS™ Jedi Knight - Jedi Academy™ STAR WARS™ Jedi Knight - Jedi Academy™

    "Primarily a sedentary game with no physical activity or health-related features."

  • Idle

    Game with the same Idle vibe

    -3

    "Requires focused attention to timing and rhythm; not suited for passive or background play."

    Capsule for Inside My Radio Inside My Radio

    "Requires focused attention on rhythm and combat; not suited for passive or background play."

  • Intimacy

    Game with the same Intimacy vibe

    1

    "Co-op play encourages social interaction but no evidence of close emotional relationships."

    Capsule for Victor Vran ARPG Victor Vran ARPG

    "Supports cooperative play and social interaction but no emphasis on close personal relationships."

  • Leadership

    Game with the same Leadership vibe

    -3

    "Gameplay emphasizes cooperative participation without leadership or authority roles."

    Capsule for Pikuniku Pikuniku

    "Gameplay encourages cooperative participation without strong leadership or authority roles."

  • Progression

    Game with the same Progression vibe

    4

    "Players accumulate loot, experience, and upgrades to improve character stats and abilities."

    Capsule for Mimic Logic Mimic Logic

    "Features loot, character leveling, and weapon upgrades that motivate players to progress and improve."

  • Relaxation

    Game with the same Relaxation vibe

    3

    "Players describe a satisfying flow state and enjoyable pacing, though some difficulty spikes exist."

    Capsule for Ctrl Alt Ego Ctrl Alt Ego

    "Players find rhythm and flow states enjoyable and relaxing, though some difficulty spikes add challenge."

  • Sensation

    Game with the same Sensation vibe

    4

    "Vibrant visuals, catchy music, and rhythmic feedback provide strong sensory stimulation and emotional enjoyment."

    Capsule for Ratatan Ratatan

    "Vibrant visuals, dynamic music, and rhythmic feedback provide strong sensory stimulation and enjoyment."

  • Status

    Game with the same Status vibe

    -3

    "No emphasis on social recognition or leaderboards; focus is on personal achievement and enjoyment."

    Capsule for DRAGON QUEST HEROES™ II DRAGON QUEST HEROES™ II

    "No strong emphasis on social recognition or ranking; focus is on personal achievement and enjoyment."

  • Story

    Game with the same Story vibe

    1

    "Story is minimal and humorous, serving as light context rather than deep narrative immersion."

    Capsule for I Am The Hero I Am The Hero

    "Story is simple and light, serving mainly as context rather than deep narrative immersion."

  • Strategy

    Game with the same Strategy vibe

    2

    "Some strategic elements in card selection and mission completion, but core gameplay is rhythm-based skill."

    Capsule for Touhou Danmaku Kagura Phantasia Lost Touhou Danmaku Kagura Phantasia Lost

    "Some tactical decisions in weapon and character choice, but core gameplay focuses on rhythm timing rather than complex strategy."

  • Thrill

    Game with the same Thrill vibe

    3

    "Difficulty modifiers and bullet hell elements provide moments of tension and excitement."

    Capsule for Geometry Arena Geometry Arena

    "Rhythm timing and bullet hell elements create moments of tension and adrenaline, especially at higher difficulties."

  • Value

    Game with the same Value vibe

    3

    "Players find good value in the game’s music, art, and replayability, especially at discounted prices."

    Capsule for No Straight Roads: Encore Edition No Straight Roads: Encore Edition

    "Players appreciate the large song library, custom song import, and replayability as good value for the price, especially on sale."

  • Violence

    Game with the same Violence vibe

    3

    "Combat involves shooting and defeating enemies, with enjoyment of action and destruction."

    Capsule for Mass Effect™: Andromeda Deluxe Edition Mass Effect™: Andromeda Deluxe Edition

    "Combat involves shooting and defeating enemies rhythmically, with enjoyable weapon effects and action."

  • Survival

    Game with the same Survival vibe

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    "Players must avoid damage and manage positioning to survive waves of enemies."

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    "Players must avoid damage and manage positioning to survive waves of enemies, though difficulty is moderate."

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