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Azido Games · Published by Azido Games
Last updated 2 Oct 2026
Fast-paced, trippy, vibrant, music-driven 2D space shooter where every shot, enemy movement, and setting syncs to the beat. Part classic shmup, part interactive music visualizer, this is an audiovisual rush like no other!
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Navigate through pulsating starfields and dodge enemies in Stellar Rhythm's fast-paced, 2D space adventure. Each shot syncs to the beat, turning this indie game into an audiovisual thrill ride unlike any other.
About this game
Stellar Rhythm is a high-energy, experimental side-scrolling space shooter where sound and vision collide. Every element of the game is fused to the music: your ship’s weapons fire with the rhythm, enemies attack in perfect sync, and vibrant, shifting settings warp and pulse to the beat. Even your supermoves don’t just unleash destruction - they remix the soundtrack in real time, turning the battlefield into a living, breathing instrument.
Designed for maximum immersion, Stellar Rhythm runs fluidly at 120fps, wrapping players in a kaleidoscope of color, rhythm, and explosive action. With multiple game modes, deep progression, and unlockable upgrades, every run is a fresh, pulse-pounding journey through light and sound.
Created entirely by a solo developer - award-winning DJ and music producer Azido 88 - Stellar Rhythm brings decades of underground music culture and energy into a unique, experimental gameplay experience. Part shmup, part interactive music visualizer: Stellar Rhythm is a trippy audiovisual ride that pushes into new territory.
The soundtrack fuels the experience with a globe-spanning mix of underground sound: from raw drum & bass and breakbeat to hard-hitting electro, hypnotic house, thunderous dubstep, bass-heavy hip-hop, and laid-back lofi beats. Every track fuels a seamless fusion of music and gameplay.
This game uses licensed music integral to gameplay. YouTube videos may receive Content ID claims (monetization only - no blocks or strikes).
System Requirements
Will my PC run this? →Minimum
- OS *: Microsoft® Windows® 7
- Processor: Intel Core i3 3.0 GHz 64 bits Processor
- Memory: 8 GB RAM
- Graphics: DirectX 11-compatible graphics card with at least 512MB of video memory
- DirectX: Version 10
- Storage: 1 GB available space
Recommended
- OS: Microsoft® Windows® 10
- Processor: Intel Core i5 3.5GHz 64 bits Processor
- Memory: 8 GB RAM
- Graphics: DirectX 11-compatible graphics card with at least 1024MB of video memory
- DirectX: Version 11
- Storage: 1 GB available space
Supported Languages
*languages with full audio support
Latest news
Patch NotesOfficial
Demo Update 2.0 Available Now
As part of Steam Bullet Fest, a brand new Stellar Rhythm demo update is available now! Jump into four full campaign levels and put your skills to the test with four challenging bonus missions, all set to an explosive soundtrack of rhythm-powered shoot 'em up action.What's New?4 full playable levels from the game4 unique challenge stages to completePerformance optimizations and improvementsUpdated graphics and visual effectsEnhanced Photo Mode with new features and filtersNumerous bug fixes and polish updatesWhether you're discovering Stellar Rhythm for the first time or returning for another run, now is the perfect time to experience the latest version of the demo.Thank you for all the feedback and support so far, and don't forget to wishlist Stellar Rhythm to stay updated on future announcements!Play Demo Version 2.0 here!See you among the stars!Read full article on Community Announcements (Azido Games)AnnouncementsOfficial
Stellar Rhythm Demo - Version 1.2.0 Out Now - Challenge Mode Added
Stellar Rhythm Demo - Version 1.2.012/3/2025PATCH NOTES:*CHALLENGE MODE added - Once you beat both levels in the demo, you unlock challenge mode. This gives you access to 3 challenges from the full game (as well as 2 new tracks to play). Each challenge has unique modifiers which change gameplay in various ways. In challenge mode, you are ranked on your performance - Can you achieve gold rankings in all 3 challenges?*Massive optimization and performance improvements - The game should now run a lot smoother on all systems. Graphics and performance settings are automatically optimized to your system upon first loading the demo.*Randomly generated gradient backgrounds - Every setting looks more beautiful with colorful backgrounds generated in real time.*Musical menus - Beat-synced musical elements added to the main menu, allowing you to add to the music while you navigate the menu.*New particle effects - Every explosion is now more dynamic with new particle effects added.*Fixed various bugs.Read full article on Community Announcements (Azido Games)AnnouncementsOfficial
Stellar Rhythm Demo - Version 1.0.1 Out Now - Photo Mode Added
Stellar Rhythm Demo - Version 1.0.110/2/2025PATCH NOTES:*PHOTO MODE added (access through the pause menu in-game.*Updated some translations*Fixed bug where English would occasionally load by default even when language was previously changed*Game Over tips now translate correctly*Improved various sprites*General optimization and performance improvementsRead full article on Community Announcements (Azido Games)
