Music games turn rhythm and sound into gameplay, asking you to hit beats, match patterns, and stay in sync with the soundtrack as the tempo rises. They reward timing, focus, and a feel for the music, often blending catchy tracks with escalating difficulty that pulls you into a flow state. The genre ranges from pure rhythm challenges to inventive hybrids, with titles like Crypt of the NecroDancer and Muse Dash showing its creative range.