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PULSE: Rhythm Survival

PULSE: Rhythm Survival

Every Tap Shapes the Music.

7 ratings
6 reviews
#121 in paid Music
🎮 Games
🎵 Music
🎈 Casual
$0.99

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Released
September 20, 2026
Updated
September 29, 2026

Developer

Paul Derrington
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About

Engage in a procedural music survival game where your taps influence the evolving soundtrack. Tap in sync with energy pulses to score points, build combos, and unlock new musical layers. Experience a unique audiovisual journey with every playthrough.

✓Procedural music generation
✓Rhythm-based survival gameplay
✓Timing-based scoring system
✓Reactive visuals and haptics
✓Unlockable musical layers
✓Shareable musical seeds
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What's New in PULSE

1.1

September 29, 2026

New in PULSE 1.1: • FLATLINE: RESONANCE timing and 2× scoring, but one miss ends the run. Chase separate World, US, and North America rankings and two new FLATLINE achievements: Still Beating (25-combo) and No Second Chance (100-combo). • Spectrum is the new default visual style, with music-reactive jewel and incoming-ring colors. Original PULSE remains available in VISUALS. • Share a saved seed as a challenge link or visual score card, replay a favorite seed, and compare scores on the same musical starting point. • Expanded HOW TO PLAY explains timing grades, streaks, difficulty multipliers, Euphoria, and seed challenges. • Clearer menus, score feedback, and leaderboard context.

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📉 121-1

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This game dropped -1 position in Music games chart.

Last updated on October 15, 2026.

User reviews

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Smooth!

Loved this game! Looking for a little stress reduction? Pulse is the one for you! Highly recommended!
BoyLennyBoyLenny

Response from developer

Thanks for the review and glad you are enjoying my game! Stress reduction is the direction I was going when I developed it. I am glad it not only helped you find your PULSE, but also lower it! :)

game of the year

i’ve played this nonstop, so addicting
ahrienemdidjdjdahrienemdidjdjd

Response from developer

I know, right! Beat me scores!!!

Love this game!!

I’m really enjoying this game! It’s creative, entertaining, and easy to get into, but still challenging enough to keep me coming back. The gameplay runs smoothly, and you can tell a lot of thought and effort went into developing it. I’m excited to see what new features and updates are added. Definitely worth downloading! It helps me focus!
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Gr8sunshineGr8sunshine

Response from developer

New features are available since your download. Check out the new colors and Seed share options! I would love to see you beat my scores!

Fun to play

Very fun to play and trickier than it seems. App is well titled as you really are working to the pulse. Great fun - highly recommended.
HiramLHiramL

Response from developer

Staying on the PULSE can get tricky. Try the Chill difficulty level for less stress! Crank it to Flatline for a one-mistake ending! That is where it gets really tricky!

Easy to play!

A simple game that is easy to use. Helps to lower my anxiety!
MentalHealthNurse140MentalHealthNurse140

Response from developer

Exactly the direction I was going when I made PULSE! Lower Anxiety and easy to play! Change difficulty mode to Chill for even less anxiety! Then if you want to get all that anxiety back push it to Flatline!!!! One mistake and it is game over!!!!

FAQ

What is PULSE: Rhythm Survival?

PULSE: Rhythm Survival is a unique rhythm game where your tapping accuracy directly influences the procedural music. Each tap shapes the track, earning you points and unlocking new sonic elements as you progress through survival challenges.

How does the gameplay work in PULSE: Rhythm Survival?

Gameplay involves tapping precisely as energy pulses cross a hit-zone ring. Your timing determines your score, builds combos, and reveals new musical layers, leading to an "EUPHORIA" state where the full composition is unleashed.

Can I play PULSE: Rhythm Survival offline?

The provided information does not specify offline play capabilities for PULSE: Rhythm Survival. However, rhythm and music-based games often require an internet connection for certain features like leaderboards or updates.

What devices is PULSE: Rhythm Survival available on?

PULSE: Rhythm Survival is available on iPhone and iPad devices, as indicated by its supported devices list.

How much does PULSE: Rhythm Survival cost?

PULSE: Rhythm Survival is a paid application, priced at $0.99. There are no in-app purchases mentioned.

Does PULSE: Rhythm Survival have ads?

No, PULSE: Rhythm Survival does not contain advertisements. The app is a paid download and is ad-free.

How often is PULSE: Rhythm Survival updated?

PULSE: Rhythm Survival was last updated on September 29, 2026, with version 1.1. This suggests a relatively recent update, though future frequency is not guaranteed.

What is the age rating for PULSE: Rhythm Survival?

PULSE: Rhythm Survival has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of players.