# Play Drums! — EDM drum rhythm game

> EDM drum rhythm game with 80s electronic drum kits and futuristic graphics. (iPhone/iPad app by Drum Starz.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/play-drums/id668258736 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Drum Starz](https://appshunter.io/developer/299477766)
- Category: Music, Games, Casual, Music
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 3.70/5 from 13 App Store ratings · 5 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 8.0 · 69 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2013-09-17
- Data updated: 2026-09-02
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/play-drums/id668258736/reviews.md

## What is Play Drums!?

Play Drums! is an exciting and unique rhythm game based on the electronic drum kits of the 1980s. Combined with electronic dance music (EDM), this fast-paced and futuristic game is not only fun and challenging, but actually improves your rhythmic abilities!

When you start a song, choosing from either beginner or advanced levels, colorful concentric hexagons converge onto the drum pad that should be tapped. If you hit it right on time, you score 50 points; almost in rhythm, 25 points. And if you miss, 10 points are deducted from your score. With 10 songs and 6 different drum kits to choose from, you'll be rockin' like a real drummer in no time!

Play Drums! is the most fun way ever to learn to Play Drums!

FEATURES:
* 5 free EDM beginner songs and 5 free EDM advanced songs to choose from
* 6 free amazing drum kits to choose from......play to songs, or play drums without music
* Professionally recorded stereo sounds
* Beautiful hi-resolution retina graphics
* Game Center integration
* Lefty mode: reverse the drum layout

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## Key features

- Rhythm game with EDM music
- Beginner and advanced difficulty levels
- Multiple drum kits and songs
- Professionally recorded stereo sounds
- Hi-resolution graphics
- Lefty mode for reversed layout

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads | $0.99 | one-time |
| London House | $0.99 | one-time |
| Rocket | $0.99 | one-time |
| Cephalopod | $0.99 | one-time |
| Blue Scorpion | $0.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (5 of 5)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/play-drums/id668258736/reviews.md

### 3/5 — Good but needs some fixing

*2022-08-30*

The game is good but its glitchy sometimes also I recommend adding a solo or freeplay option

### 1/5 — 1/5

*2020-11-30*

This game really has terrible drum sound effects. I could t sit though an entire song. And like someone else said, the approaching notes should be smoother.

### 4/5 — Really good but should add

*2015-06-02*

I think that this app is really good. The reason I didn't give this app 5 stars is because there's no free play and lack of options (audio).
I hope you take this into mind.

### 3/5 — Good, but needs improvement.

*2013-11-09*

The concept is good and it looks good too, but it still needs to be tweaked here and there. First of all, the approaching notes should be animated to smoothly land on the pad instead of doing it like Mr. Game and watch. Also, consider giving people an option to put the high hat and the crash cymbal on the right since those are usually hit with your preferred hand. I mean, sure, you cross your hands when you actually play drums but you can't expect people to do the same with their fingers.

### 5/5 — Awesome Game!

*2013-09-19*

This game is amazing.......it is not only challenging and fun, but it teaches you rhythm and to play the drums at the same time.
The drum sounds are phenomenal, and the electronic dance songs are really addicting. I also like the feature where you can play the drums alone without music. The kits included are fantastic......I can't think of a more fun way to learn how to play the drums!

## Frequently asked questions about Play Drums!

### How do I play Play Drums!?

Colorful hexagons converge on the drum pad. Tap them in time with the music to score points. Hitting perfectly earns 50 points, almost in rhythm gets 25, and missing deducts 10.

### What music genres are featured in Play Drums!?

The game focuses on Electronic Dance Music (EDM) and is inspired by the electronic drum kits of the 1980s.

### Can I play Play Drums! offline?

The description mentions playing to songs or playing drums without music, suggesting offline play is possible for some modes.

### Does Play Drums! have ads?

Yes, Play Drums! contains advertisements.

### What devices is Play Drums! compatible with?

Play Drums! is supported on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices.

### How often is Play Drums! updated?

The app was last updated on May 24, 2023, with version 1.4.

### What is the age rating for Play Drums!?

Play Drums! has an age rating of 4+.

### What are the in-app purchase options for Play Drums!?

While the app is free to download, it offers in-app purchases, though specific details about what can be purchased are not provided in the description.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.4 — 2023-05-24

Stability improvements and bug fixes

### 1.3 — 2017-08-28

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

Updated for compatibility with new releases of iOS

### 1.2 — 2014-06-04

- minor bug fixes

### 1.1 — 2014-01-24

- all songs unlocked
- new lefty mode:  reverse the drum layout
- 2 new kits: Old Skool and Retro

### 1.0 — 2013-09-17

No release notes.

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All apps by Drum Starz: https://appshunter.io/developer/299477766

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