Item: Rytmos
Rating: 92
Author: Dinsun

Our Expert Score

92/100

Rytmos is an absolute standout in the puzzle genre, managing to blend musical theory, minimalist geometry, and planetary exploration into a cohesive, zen-like masterpiece. The core conceit—drawing paths on 3D cubes to create musical loops—is incredibly intuitive yet deepens into complex logic as you progress. Each 'planet' you visit represents a different global music tradition, from Zimbabwean Kalimba to German Electronic music, making the game feel like a cultural odyssey as much as a brain teaser.

Technically, the game is flawless on iOS. The haptic feedback is synced perfectly to the beat, making every line you draw feel tactile. The way the music builds layers as you solve components of a puzzle is profoundly rewarding. It’s one of those rare games that makes you feel smarter and more relaxed simultaneously. Rytmos isn't just a puzzle game; it's a living instrument that invites you to compose while you solve.

Dinsun reviewed on: Fri Feb 27 2026

The Game

Available on: iPhone, iPad, iPod

1673697954

Free4+★3.6 61 reviews

Author : Floppy Club

Pubish Date : Thu May 11 2023

Last Update Date : Wed Jun 26 2024

Support Languages : Danish, Dutch, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, Simplified Chinese, Spanish, Traditional Chinese, Turkish, Ukrainian

Genres :

Version 1.98Wed Jun 26 2024

Updated app icon
Rytmos is a relaxing puzzle game, where you create music by solving maze puzzles.
Travel from planet to planet and discover new music.
Solve the puzzles on each side of the cubic planets and create small musical loops that slowly evolves into full music compositions.
Unlock 20+ musical toys and jam on top of the planet music.
Learn a bit of rare music history while playing the game.
This version of the game now includes a large expansion pack.
Requires iOS 11.0 or later. Compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.
2024 Apple Design Award winner!
Rytmos is a relaxing puzzle game, where you create music by solving maze puzzles.
Travel from planet to planet and discover new music.
Solve the puzzles on each side of the cubic planets and create small musical loops that slowly evolves into full music compositions.
Unlock 20+ musical toys and jam on top of the planet music.
Learn a bit of rare music history while playing the game.
This version of the game now includes a large expansion pack.

Ratings & Reviews

3.6 out of 5 with 61 Counts

★★★★★

Age Rating 4+

Rytmos is a relaxing puzzle game where you create music by solving maze puzzles on a series of cubic planets. As you draw paths and connect stars, you create evolving musical loops that form the basis of a song. Each solar system is inspired by a different musical genre or tradition from around the world. The game features a deep educational component where you can unlock information about the history and theory behind the music you are creating. Featuring no timers and a stress-free atmosphere, Rytmos is a meditative journey through sound and space.

Features

Stunning 3D minimalist planets and solar systems

Dynamic soundtrack that reacts to your puzzle solutions

Musical styles ranging from Jazz to Japanese Gagaku

Built-in digital instruments to jam with your solved puzzles

Tips

Thinking in Loops

Every path you draw must return to its origin to create a loop. If a puzzle feels unsolvable, look at the star tiles first; they dictate the rhythm. Trace the rhythm in your head before committing to the line to ensure the flow doesn't cut itself off.

Promotion Videos

Rytmos: iOS/Android Gameplay Walkthrough Part 1 (by Floppy Club) - YouTube

News on this game

Rytmos review – a tasteful musical mind-teaser

You solve puzzles, then create the songs, in this tactile puzzle game spanning genres and instruments, from Ethiopian jazz to krautrock.

The Guardian - Wed Oct 02 2024

Rytmos review - all the tangled beauty and curiosity of music itself

Our review of the astonishing music game Rytmos.

Eurogamer.net - Mon Sep 02 2024

Rytmos Review in 3 Minutes - A Novel Puzzler with Pleasant Music

Rytmos is a relaxing puzzle game by Floppy Club, in which you solve line puzzles on the side of cubes. You begin by choosing a solar system...

The Escapist - Mon Sep 02 2024

Rtymos is grooving its way onto mobile

After dazzling us with pretty puzzles and spicy tunes on Switch, Rytmos is coming to mobile to offer up a whole universe of musical...

Pocket Tactics - Mon Dec 02 2024

Rytmos Review - Music To My Ears

Rytmos feels designed with musicians in mind, but puzzle fiends will also find a chill afternoon of challenges to play through here, too.

Game Informer - Mon Sep 02 2024

Relaxing puzzle game Rytmos lined up for Switch

Floppy Club intends to bring its relaxing puzzle game Rytmos to Switch, the developer confirmed today. Currently the game is targeting...

Nintendo Everything - Sat Dec 02 2023

Floppy Club discuss combining game creation with music creation

The Big Indie Pitch is a regular event run by the makers of Pocket Gamer and PC Games Insider. It sees indie developers engage in a...

PC Games Insider - Tue Jan 02 2024

Rytmos - Official Gameplay Launch Trailer

Rytmos is a puzzle game that tasks players with completing an increasingly complex set of music-themed levels. However, your progress across...

IGN - Mon Sep 02 2024

Rytmos - Release Date Trailer

Rytmos launches on Nintendo Switch and PC on February 28, 2023. Check out the colorful trailer for this upcoming music-puzzler game that is...

IGN - Tue Apr 02 2024

Rytmos Switch review – the universe is alive with the sound of music

In our Rytmos review for Nintendo Switch, we took to Floppy Club's musical trip all around the universe and had a delightful time doing so.

Pocket Tactics - Mon Sep 02 2024

Gameplays

The Planet Studio

Once a planet is fully solved, you unlock the 'Live Mode' for that world. Here, you can play along with your created loop using a digital synthesizer tailored to that planet's specific musical scale and instrument set.