We already published the list of best 3DS games of all time, now it’s time to discover the best 3DS dance/music/rhythm games of all time.
With amazing titles available, the 3DS definitely has a great library of dance/music/rhythm games.
So, if you’re a fan of both the 3DS and dance/music/rhythm games, there’s a chance you’ll like this list.
And some of you may already know some of the games mentioned in this list.
#10. Michael Jackson The Experience
- Release Data: Ubisoft, 2011
- Genre: Action » Rhythm » Dancing
Michael Jackson The Experience improves on the DS edition through its presentation and song choices, but whether it does in the gameplay stakes is more debatable.
It certainly works and gets closer to dancing than the last attempt, pushing the 3DS release to be slightly better than the DS one.
#9. Dedede’s Drum Dash Deluxe
- Release Data: HAL Labs/Nintendo, 2014
- Genre: Action » Rhythm » Music
Short but very sweet, it offers wonderful tunes, clever levels, and tons of trademark Kirby charm.
It’s also an excellent expansion of the original minigame, with all new stages and lots of fun gameplay tweaks.
Dedede’s Drum Dash Deluxe is a short ride, but an entertaining one, and it is definitely fun while it lasts.
#8. Gabrielle’s Ghostly Groove 3D
- Release Data: Santa Entertainment/Natsume, 2011
- Genre: Action » Rhythm » Music
Gabrielle’s Ghostly Groove 3D is not a well rounded rhythm game, but it has plenty going for it.
The lovely, charming style and story are quite crazy but are what makes it stand out of the pack for certain.
So, if you love rhythm games, Ghostly Groove brings enough personality, laughs and fun to make it well worth your time.
#7. Radiohammer
- Release Data: Arc System Works, 2015
- Genre: Action » Rhythm » Music
Wonderfully weird, colorfully cool, and just plain fun, Radiohammer is an excellent addition to the 3DS’ impressive rhythm game lineup.
It sports solid mechanics, great music, and a confidently quirky style that won us over right away.
Some presentation problems and the potential for repetitiveness can wear down the groove, but rhythm fans should absolutely tune in.
#6. HarmoKnight
- Release Data: Game Freak/Nintendo, 2013
- Genre: Action » Rhythm » Music
A thoroughly enjoyable experience from start to finish, HarmoKnight offers a simple concept to understand and enough challenge and variety to keep players involved.
It’s a charming, fun and well-presented experience that shows a lot of care and attention to the little details.
#5. Rhythm Thief & the Emperor’s Treasure
- Release Data: Sega, 2012
- Genre: Action » Rhythm » Music
Rhythm Thief & the Emperor’s Treasure is a title overflowing with charm and a style that can entertain children and adults alike.
The audio-visual presentation and stylus/button-based rhythm challenges definitely steal the show, representing some of the finest beats in the genre.
#4. Hatsune Miku: Project Mirai DX
- Release Data: Sega, 2015
- Genre: Action » Rhythm » Music
Rhythm games are very popular in Japan, and Hatsune Miku is an incredibly popular music icon.
Combining these two properties results in a bubbly and happy style of rhythm gameplay, where players must tap the touch screen to the beat of the song.
Also, you might be surprised at just how difficult some of the hardest tracks can be.
#3. Theatrhythm Final Fantasy
- Release Data: Indies Zero/Square Enix, 2012
- Genre: Action » Rhythm » Music
This game takes popular elements of the Final Fantasy franchise and mashes them into a unique rhythm game experience.
By tapping the touch screen and buttons to the beat of memorable music, you’ll destroy monsters and level up, giving you new songs and even higher levels of difficulty.
#2. Rhythm Heaven Megamix
- Release Data: Nintendo, 2016
- Genre: Action » Rhythm » Music
In addition to the 70 rhythm games taken from past Rhythm Heaven games, 30 new games and remixes have been included.
Players can also unlock various trinkets, bonus content, and challenge levels using coins they’ve accumulated.
Music-lovers will find endless amounts of fun in this addictive and joyous game.
#1. Theatrhythm Final Fantasy: Curtain Call
- Release Data: Indies Zero/Square Enix, 2014
- Genre: Action » Rhythm » Music
This sequel improves upon the original in almost every way.
The song selection is much more varied, the characters represent more of the franchise, and there’s a good amount of modes.
Generally speaking, this sequel offers the player more ways to play, more content to play with, and an endless amount of fantastic music.
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