About RiffPulse

RiffPulse is an independent browser game project built around one simple idea: rhythm games should be instant, free and fair. You should not need a plastic guitar, a console or a 2 GB download to feel the rush of nailing a fast run of notes in time with a pounding drum beat.

What makes RiffPulse different

Every song in RiffPulse is original and procedurally generated. Instead of streaming a recording, the game builds the drums, bass, power chords and lead melody in real time with the Web Audio API. The note charts are generated from the very same musical data, so every gem you hit lines up with a sound you hear. That also means we never use copyrighted commercial music.

• 12 original synth-rock tracks across four tour venues
• 48 charts on Easy, Normal, Hard and God difficulty
• Keyboard, touch and gamepad controls
• Photosensitive mode, no-fail mode, key rebinding and audio-offset calibration
• Local records saved privately in your browser

Our blog

Alongside the game we publish practical guides about timing, practice routines, controllers, accessibility and the history of rhythm games. Our goal is to write articles that genuinely help players improve, not filler.

How the site is funded

RiffPulse is free to play. The site may display advertising (for example Google AdSense) to cover hosting and development. Ads are always clearly labelled and never placed on top of the play area. Read our Privacy Policy and Cookie Policy for details.

Get in touch

Feedback, bug reports and ideas for new songs are welcome. Use the contact page or email [email protected].