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MUSYNX

MUSYNX

I-Inferno · released Dec 4, 2018

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Indie rhythm game MUSYNX now on STEAM! Real "KEY" Sound System, Classic Gameplay, Unique Visual Themes and Constant Music Updates! MUSYNX is waiting for you!

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83
VGC Score
■Stablehigh confidence
77%
At launch
89%
Steam all-time
77%
Press
57%
Player sentiment
93%
Recent sentiment

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Review sentiment over time

Weekly positive-review rate (green) and review volume (bars). Dashed lines mark significant patches; the amber line is the start of the current scoring window. Hover the dots to see what drove a dip or a jump.

How this score was computed

The VGC Score is a weighted blend on a press-comparable 0-100 quality scale. Steam approval rates are first calibrated (95% positive on Steam ≈ 89.5 quality, since Steam approval skews high). Press and tracked creator reviews each count ~2x a player review and share one cap against player evidence (creator buy/skip calls pool into an approval rate, calibrated like Steam approval); all-time sentiment is capped and halved (it's context, not verdict); reviews of the current build carry the most weight when a fresh patch anchors the window; and a 'typical game' prior keeps small samples from pegging the scale. Because press reviews and Metacritic user aggregates describe the launch build, their weight decays as the game ages (3-year half-life after a 1-year grace). That's how a game that launched rough can outgrow its old reception once updates win players over. Reviews under 2h playtime (the refund window), non-Steam activations, and free copies are downweighted.

ComponentPositiveQuality (0-100)Weight (pseudo-reviews)
Press reviews (OpenCritic)–777
All-time Steam reviews89%831000
Metacritic user ratings––0
Post-patch Steam reviews (trust-weighted)93%8725
Calibration prior (typical game)–7250

Scoring window: last 30 days (no significant patch detected) · 72 reviews sampled · 61 total reviews in window · weighted 33.9 up / 2.5 down · computed 3h ago · full methodology →

Press & Creators reviews (16)

Individual verdicts from outlets we track: scored reviews first, most trusted outlets first among them. The small badge is each outlet's trust score: how well its scoring history aligns with players.

  • 80
    Nintendo LifeNintendo Life
    trust 76Jun 25, 2018

    “Barebones in organisation and structure but absolutely joyous in its presentation, Musynx is pure rhythm game fun. Excellent, upbeat music that focuses on lesser-exported areas of Asian pop, charming, cleverly creative visuals, and rock-solid gameplay in both button and touch modes all come together in a lovely, personality-filled package. If you like a strong sense of progression in your music games, Musynx's straightforward setlist approach will leave you wanting; but if the idea of booting up into a free-play menu of 90+ songs and working to beat your personal bests sounds like your idea of a good time, you'll be in rhythm heaven here.”

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  • 70
    VGChartzVGChartz
    trust 71Jul 13, 2018

    “If you are into basic music/rhythm games of the Guitar Hero ilk, this is an easy recommendation, especially if you’re keen on K-POP, J-POP and/or trance music. Those expecting more of a Western-tinged set list or craving more in-depth gameplay may want to give this a second thought however.”

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  • 75
    Nindie SpotlightNindie Spotlight
    trust 70Jun 23, 2018

    “Overall, if you’re down for some very challenging play and an absolute avalanche of tracks to play through MUSYNX is a fair choice. It’s greatest strength is going a more traditional route and nailing the implementation, but if you’re looking for something a little different it may disappoint. Regardless, it is a well-implemented and polished title that will offer hours of enjoyment to music and rhythm game lovers.”

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  • 70
    Cubed3Cubed3
    trust 70Jul 9, 2018

    “MUSYNX is an excellent entry point for anyone looking to get into rhythm games, but the difficulty can ramp up early on, despite the fine-tuning and customisable controls that are available. With over 90 tracks here, it certainly isn't light on content, but there really needs to be improvements made to the presentation to make it a little bit more accessible.”

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  • 80
    NintendoWorldReportNintendoWorldReport
    trust 69Jul 5, 2018

    “undefined.With all that said, there isn't much to negatively impact my enjoyment of MUSYNX. The rough edges stand out mostly because the game can otherwise become an engrossing way to evaporate free time. Mileage may vary based on your ability to enjoy the game's music, but with its highly customizable difficulty and excellent representation of the tracks as note patterns, this game will welcome in anyone who can find themselves lost in the music.”

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  • 70
    CFG GamesCFG Games
    trust 66Jul 2, 2018

    “MUSYNX is a solid, straightforward rhythm game that's super fun to play with tons of songs, great music, and has awesome visuals with minimal flaws overall.”

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  • 60
    Level Down GamesLevel Down Games
    trust 63Aug 27, 2018

    “It’s hard to ignore the flaws and genericness that is present in MUSYNX. While it’s an average rhythm game to pickup on the Nintendo Switch if you’re looking for something to mindlessly pass the time, the average gamer is not going to find any enjoyment out of this whatsoever.”

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  • 80
    bemanistylebemanistyle
    trust 60Dec 6, 2018

    “Musynx shamelessly copies the formula of hitting falling notes to create a song as you go, but that's hardly a bad thing, even if it lacks innovation and the style of its predecessors. What it lacks in creativity, it makes up for with the breadth and depth of a massive, unprecedentedly varied soundtrack.”

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  • 70
    The Indie Game WebsiteThe Indie Game Website
    trust 60Jul 6, 2018

    “MUSYNX is a quirky music game with oodles of content. It could have benefited from more thought put into the controls and scoring, and the corny presentation and soundtrack won’t appeal to everyone, but diehard rhythm fans will lap this up.”

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  • 70
    NEOsiteNEOsite
    trust 60Jul 8, 2018

    “Chinese developer I-Inferno took well-known rhythmic gameplay and delivered nice game which does not stand out in any way.”

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  • 80
    WccftechWccftech
    trust 59Jul 15, 2018

    “If all you're looking for is a pure rhythm game to take on the go, Musynx fits the bill nicely. It's a pure arcade experience without any visual trappings and without the need to spend a few quarters every time you want to play another round of songs.”

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  • 80
    PSX BrasilPSX Brasil
    trust 56Jun 29, 2018

    “MUSYNX is a great rhythm game with a familiar gameplay and a big selection of great songs. Its main weakness is the lack of options, but the current game is a solid foundation to something that can be incredible in the future.”

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…and 4 more tracked reviews.

Patch history

  1. Update Notice of "MUSYNX"
    Aug 10, 2026
  2. Update Notice of "MUSYNX"
    Jun 26, 2026
  3. Update Notice of "MUSYNX"
    Apr 30, 2026
  4. Update Notice of "MUSYNX"
    Apr 3, 2026
  5. Update Notice of "MUSYNX"
    Feb 14, 2026
  6. Update Notice of "MUSYNX"
    Dec 19, 2025
  7. Update Notice of "MUSYNX"
    Apr 3, 2025
  8. Update Notice of "MUSYNX"
    Feb 28, 2025
  9. Spring Festival Update Notice of "MUSYNX"
    Jan 27, 2025
  10. Update Notice of "MUSYNX"
    Dec 24, 2024
  11. Update Notice of "MUSYNX"
    Sep 30, 2024
  12. Update Notice of "MUSYNX"
    Apr 30, 2024
  13. Update Notice of "MUSYNX"
    Dec 29, 2023
  14. Update Notice of "MUSYNX"
    Dec 22, 2023
  15. Update Notice of "MUSYNX"
    Nov 1, 2023
  16. Update Notice of "MUSYNX"
    Sep 28, 2023
  17. Update Notice of "MUSYNX"
    Aug 18, 2023
  18. Update Notice of "MUSYNX"
    Jun 21, 2023
  19. Update Notice of "MUSYNX"
    Apr 28, 2023
  20. Update Notice of "MUSYNX"
    Mar 31, 2023
  21. Update Notice of "MUSYNX"
    Mar 6, 2023
  22. Spring Festival Update Notice of "MUSYNX"
    Jan 20, 2023significant · resets scoring window
  23. Update Notice of "MUSYNX"
    Dec 24, 2022
  24. Halloween Update Trailer + Full DLC Discount Notice
    Oct 28, 2022
  25. Update Notice of "MUSYNX"
    Sep 30, 2022
  26. Update Notice of "MUSYNX"
    Sep 9, 2022
  27. Update Notice of "MUSYNX"
    Jun 1, 2022
  28. Update Notice of "MUSYNX"
    Apr 27, 2022
  29. Update Notice of "MUSYNX"
    Apr 2, 2022
  30. Spring Festival Update Notice of "MUSYNX"
    Jan 27, 2022significant · resets scoring window
  31. Christmas Update Notice of "MUSYNX"
    Dec 24, 2021
  32. Update Announcement of "MUSYNX"
    Oct 29, 2021
  33. Update Announcement of "MUSYNX"
    Oct 11, 2021
  34. Collaboration Update with "Banner of the Maid"
    May 22, 2020
  35. May 1st Labor Day Update
    May 4, 2020
  36. Chinese New Year Update
    Jan 21, 2020
  37. New Version, New DLC
    Nov 25, 2019
  38. Update 09.09
    Sep 9, 2019
  39. New Patch & BUG Fix
    Jul 26, 2019
  40. Update 4.30
    Apr 30, 2019

…and 5 earlier patch announcements.