Spin Rhythm XD
- March 13, 2023
- Super Spin Digital
- 52h median play time
Spin Rhythm XD offers a sublime VR rhythm game experience thanks to its natural-feeling controls and stellar-EDM soundtrack. It’s nothing like any rhythm game I’ve played in the past, and I’m fully on-board with Super Spin Digital’s approach to creating a rhythm game that puts the player firmly at the center of the soundstage. It’s the easiest recommendation I can make for any PSVR 2 player wanting a rhythm game that feels and sounds excellent. Now if you will excuse me, I’m off to put my PSVR 2 back on my noggin and get lost in the music.
Get on Steam"Spin Rhythm XD" is an arcade-style rhythm game featuring local multi-player for up to 2 players, with compelling gameplay that involves spinning, flicking, and tapping to match colors and beats. The game boasts ingenious graphics, masterful music with 60 licensed tracks, and customizable levels. It offers 5 difficulties, extensive customization options, and a level editor, providing lots of grinding and replayability opportunities.
Mac OS
Nintendo Switch
PC
Playstation 5
Steam Deck
Virtual Reality
Windows
PlayStation
PlayStation VR2
Reviews
- Unique and innovative gameplay mechanics that make players feel connected to the music.
- Great music selection with a variety of electronic genres, and the ability to add custom songs enhances replayability.
- Frequent updates and active community support, with responsive developers who listen to player feedback.
- Difficulty spikes between levels can be jarring, especially from Expert to XD difficulty.
- Some players may find the song selection limited, primarily focusing on EDM, which may not appeal to everyone.
- The chart editor can be clunky and difficult to use, making it challenging for players to create and share custom tracks.
- music2,526 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 64 % neutral mentions
- 2 % negative mentions
The music in "Spin Rhythm XD" has received widespread acclaim for its energetic and engaging soundtrack, primarily featuring electronic dance music (EDM) from well-known artists like Monstercat. Players appreciate the diverse selection of tracks, which enhances the gameplay experience, making them feel connected to the music as they play. However, some users express a desire for a broader variety of genres and more songs overall, particularly as the game continues to evolve with custom song support and community-created content.
“If you're a musician, you will love this game.”
“The base game soundtrack is also really good, with artists like Nitro Fun, Hyper Potions, Teminite, and other amazing electronic music makers.”
“The music selection is great and filled with bangers and enjoyable listens.”
“My inconvenience started since v.1.3, because it completely simplified sections from 5-10 seconds ones, to the song signatures like intro, verse, chorus, bridge etc. It caused that I can’t only practice tough moments, but the whole parts of the song, which is pointless for good memorization.”
“Also the new songs feel bad because their genre is like f***ing lo-fi…”
“However, I'm not the biggest electronic music guy, and the soundtrack didn't have many tracks I wanted to keep replaying.”
- gameplay858 mentions
- 47 % positive mentions
- 52 % neutral mentions
- 1 % negative mentions
The gameplay of Spin Rhythm XD is widely praised for its innovative mechanics, particularly the unique spinning wheel feature that enhances the rhythm experience, making it feel more interactive and engaging. Players appreciate the smooth learning curve, with each difficulty level introducing new mechanics that keep the gameplay fresh and challenging, while the extensive customization options allow for a personalized experience. Overall, the game is described as addictive and fun, with a solid soundtrack that complements its dynamic gameplay, although some players note a steep learning curve and occasional issues with hit registration.
“It feels like you are using an actual turntable and the ensuing flow state is far smoother than the button-smashing gameplay of most other rhythm games.”
“The innovative gameplay is unlike any other, being extremely satisfying and fun.”
“The gameplay flows really nice and the songs have a nice difficulty curve.”
“I've spent hours attempting/practicing it, and for me, I simply don't enjoy the music enough or find the gameplay interesting enough to keep pushing through the increasing difficulty.”
“To me, the gameplay felt worse than e.g. Avicii Invector, Crypt of the Necrodancer, Beat Saber, or Bit.”
“Unfortunately, it can also be a frustrating learning curve, especially for traditional players who are used to a more straightforward gameplay.”
- graphics262 mentions
- 64 % positive mentions
- 34 % neutral mentions
- 2 % negative mentions
The graphics in the game are consistently praised for their vibrant, polished, and engaging aesthetic, which enhances the overall gameplay experience. Players appreciate the clean UI, customizable visual options, and the way the visuals complement the music, creating a captivating atmosphere. The game runs smoothly even on lower-end hardware, making it accessible while still delivering stunning visuals that are both dynamic and clear.
“Stunning visuals and responsive backgrounds make this a must-have for music game enthusiasts, ensuring hours of captivating gameplay.”
“The visuals are a feast for the eyes.”
“The neon-infused, futuristic aesthetic is not only visually striking but also complements the music perfectly.”
“Currently there are only a few graphics options, but the game is fairly easy to run anyway, so I feel like what is there is adequate.”
“I honestly get so distracted by the visuals that I sometimes have to turn the background off.”
“Only recommendation would be a feature where I can turn off all background numbers (such as score, health, multipliers) from visuals during a song, as my low attention span pulls my eyes away from the actual notes on screen sometimes and causes me to mess up.”
- replayability36 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 42 % neutral mentions
- 8 % negative mentions
The game boasts exceptional replayability, primarily due to its extensive customization options, a robust level editor, and a vibrant community that continuously creates and shares new custom tracks. Players can easily create or download user-generated content, which significantly enhances the game's longevity and enjoyment. With multiple difficulty levels and a diverse soundtrack, the replay value is nearly infinite, making it a must-play for rhythm game enthusiasts.
“Amazing soundtrack, and an incredible community creating new custom maps daily, making it even more fun and replayable.”
“The ability to create your own tracks is great, and if you're not great at making your own tracks, you can download and import custom tracks that others have made - making the game as infinitely replayable as you would like.”
“This is one of the greatest rhythm games in existence; it has a simple-to-learn, difficult-to-master skill set, a plethora of accessibility options, a great soundtrack, and multiple difficulty levels. This game has near infinite replay value if you're into rhythm games, and it truly brings you closer to each track you play.”
“While only 18 tracks are playable at this time, it's a pretty solid collection of electronic/EDM style tunes.”
“Now it just needs workshop support for infinite replay value, if possible, because copyrights may cause problems.”
“This extends the replayability infinitely as there are thousands of user-created charts for you to play and enjoy.”
- grinding18 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 11 % neutral mentions
- 89 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game both enjoyable and rewarding, particularly when aiming for higher difficulties and perfect scores. While the process of converting music files can be tedious, the overall experience of grinding for full combos and high ratings is described as addictive and fun. The game caters to all skill levels, making it accessible for newcomers while still providing a challenge for seasoned players.
“I wish there was a way for this game to make tracks to your own music automatically, because the process to do so is pretty tedious and probably not something I can spend the time on.”
“Mp3 format when listening to music and having to use a program to convert files to the right format in order to play them just sounds like annoying tedious effort in my opinion, especially if you want to play lots of tracks as well.”
“☐ a bit grindy sometimes”
- story16 mentions
- 13 % positive mentions
- 69 % neutral mentions
- 19 % negative mentions
The game does not include a story, which some players appreciate, as they believe that adding a narrative or graphics would not enhance the rhythm game experience. Instead, the focus remains on gameplay mechanics and enjoyment without a storyline.
“Putting a story or cool graphics around it doesn't change a thing: rhythm games are just not for me, at all.”
“I'm happy they didn't try to tack on a story.”
“There is no story.”
“Story-”
- stability16 mentions
- 63 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
Overall, the game demonstrates solid stability, running smoothly on various platforms like Steam Deck and Linux, with minimal hiccups reported. However, users have noted some bugs and minor glitches, particularly after recent updates, which can lead to occasional freezes and missing song charts. Despite these issues, many players still find the game enjoyable and worth playing in its early access state.
“It runs great on Linux, not one hitch, no delay, very snappy.”
“Runs great without hiccups.”
“Runs great on the Steam Deck!”
“The game is definitely a little buggy at times because it's early access, but the game is good enough to still be worth playing even with the bugs!”
“With the recent update, I've been experiencing weird freezes (the game seemed to go back a few frames, a little but noticeable), but I think that can be fixed with enough going through settings.”
“Minor glitches or the chart of the song doesn't appear sometimes.”
- optimization10 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 20 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's optimization is highly praised, with many users noting its smooth performance even on low-end hardware. While it runs flawlessly in most scenarios, some players feel that additional optimization could enhance the experience, particularly for a rhythm game. Despite being in early access, the game impresses with its responsiveness and design quality.
“It looks and feels gorgeous and responsive, very well optimized and will run smoothly on a potato.”
“Surprised that it's early access, it's rather flawless in both performance and design, even through a compatibility layer (Wine) for Linux.”
“Now the game is optimized for my potato laptop even in high settings.”
“If I had to list a complaint, it's that for a rhythm game, I think it could use some more optimization work.”
- humor8 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is highlighted by catchy songs and whimsical elements, such as a "funny wheel" that adds a playful touch. However, some players express confusion over the humor's effectiveness, suggesting it may not resonate with everyone. Overall, the comedic aspects are a mixed bag, appealing to some while leaving others unimpressed.
“Good game, funny song, good.”
“Funny wheel go weeeeeeee.”
“Vinesauce Vini, funny word.”
- emotional4 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players report a deeply emotional experience with the game, expressing a range of feelings from laughter to tears, and highlighting a unique connection to the music that enhances their overall engagement. The emotional journey is described as immersive and impactful, prompting repeated playthroughs.
“I laughed, I cried, I screamed, and then I did it all again.”
“This game made me feel like I was flowing through the song's vibe like I've never done before.”
- monetization2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game features a monetization model that avoids microtransactions and lootboxes, providing a straightforward purchasing experience without additional costs.
“There are no microtransactions or loot boxes, which makes the experience much more enjoyable.”
“I appreciate that there are no microtransactions or loot boxes in this game.”
“The absence of microtransactions and loot boxes really enhances the overall gameplay.”
