Comparison

MuseDash vs Rotaeno

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

MuseDash

Engage in a vibrant rhythm parkour game where you dance to music and battle enemies. Even without a strong sense of rhythm, you can enjoy the action by dodging obstacles. Collect lovely girls and enjoy the blend of music and combat.

Highlights
  • Rhythm-based combat
  • Parkour gameplay
  • Obstacle dodging
  • Character collection
  • Beginner-friendly
  • Multiple languages supported
Features
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"Hitting while listening to music." "Is that the call from another world?" [Game Starts Now—!!] Lovely girls or rhythmic music? If there’s a place for you to have them both… It must be the paradise of parkour & rhythm game — Muse Dash!! Huh?! Not your forte? It doesn’t matter! Who says you must have a strong sense of rhythm to win? Avoid is also a valid option (?) As long as you have 100% of passion, courage, and… love for lovely girls~ Rhythm and fight won’t be an issue [Gameplay] Dance to the music and beat enemies in the air and on the ground. Also, watch out for the obstacles!! What an easy, beginner-friendly rhythm game [Media Review] 可愛らしいビジュアルのキャラクターが躍動する、新感覚の2Dアクションスタイルのリズムゲーム ——IGN Japan “A bright exterior hides a surprisingly deep and engaging mash up”——POCKET GAMER Languages Supported: English 简体中文(Simplified Chinese) 繁体中文 (Traditional Chinese) 日本語(Japanese) 韩语 (Korean) Feedback: https://service.peropero.net/ Twitter:@MuseDash_EN @PeroPeroGuys

About

Rotaeno

Experience a unique rhythm game that uses your device's gyroscope for immersive gameplay. Rotate your device to hit notes and navigate through a cosmic adventure with diverse music genres. Follow a compelling story as you explore the stars.

Highlights
  • Gyroscope-controlled gameplay
  • Rotation-based note hitting
  • Multi-genre music collection
  • Cosmic story mode
  • Exclusive tracks from renowned composers
  • Arcade-like experience
Features
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Rotaeno is a heart-pounding, thumb-tapping, wrist-flicking rhythm game that fully utilizes your device's gyroscope for an unprecedented musical experience. Rotate your device to hit notes as you soar through the stars. Drop into your headphones and immerse yourself in the kick beats and stellar synths of this astronautical adventure! =A Revolutionary Way to Experience Music= What sets Rotaeno apart is all in the name - rotation! Building on the basic controls of more traditional rhythm games, Rotaeno includes notes that require smooth turns and rapid rotations to hit, making it feel like you're drifting in a highspeed interstellar stunt race. It's a real arcade experience - in the palm of your hand! =Multi Genre Music and Beats= Rotaeno is loaded with exclusive tracks from renowned rhythm game composers. From EDM to JPOP, KPOP to Opera, the stylistically diverse song collection contains a future favorite song for every music lover! More songs are already planned for future updates and will be released on a regular basis. =A Journey to Find the Promised Land, Love, and Ourselves= Follow Ilot, our heroine, on a cosmic journey through the stars, and witness her growth as she sets out on her own. Follow in the footsteps of a friend, meet locals on different planets, and save the future of Aquaria! *Rotaeno will only function properly on devices that feature gyroscope or accelerometer support. Concerns or feedback? Contact us: rotaeno@xd.com

Screenshots

MuseDash4 screens
Rotaeno4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ratings volume: MuseDash at 8.4K against Rotaeno's 264. MuseDash also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On price, rating, review sentiment and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

MuseDash costs $2.99 and Rotaeno $2.99 up front. MuseDash sells 19 one-off in-app purchases and Rotaeno sells 5 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

MuseDash holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: MuseDash has 8.4K ratings behind it against 264, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 78% and 79% positive.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

MuseDash ships an update monthly, Rotaeno every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 22, 2026 and October 20, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 9 level
MuseDash versus Rotaeno: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMuseDashRotaeno
Price$2.99$2.99
Rating4.9 (8.4K ratings) — better4.7 (264 ratings)
Positive reviews78.2% of reviews78.9% of reviews — better
Number of ratings8.4K — better264
Update frequencyMonthlyEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank#9 — better#20
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size2.0 GB2.4 GB
Age rating17+12+
DeveloperperoperoX.D. Network Inc.

Customer experience

MuseDash

All ratings8,393 ratings
Positive97.4%
Neutral0.9%
Negative1.6%
Written reviews1,059 reviews
Positive78.2%
Neutral7.9%
Negative13.9%

Rotaeno

All ratings264 ratings
Positive91.7%
Neutral1.5%
Negative6.8%
Written reviews128 reviews
Positive78.9%
Neutral5.5%
Negative15.6%

User reviews

MuseDash

From 8.4K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🎨 Beautiful art style and animations
  • 🎶 Captivating music and rhythmic gameplay
  • 🕹️ Simple yet challenging gameplay
  • 🔥 Addictive and fun experience
  • 💰 Great value for the price

Room to improve

  • 💰 Expensive DLC and in-app purchases
  • 🔞 Sexualized character designs
  • 🐛 Crashes and performance issues
  • 🔇 Audio glitches and sound quality problems

Rotaeno

From 264 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Smooth and intuitive gameplay
  • 👍 Unique and innovative mechanics
  • 💡 Refreshing take on rhythm games
  • 🎨 Visually appealing UI and design
  • 🎵 Enjoyable music selection

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Compatibility issues on certain devices
  • 🔋 Concerns about high battery consumption
  • 🤔 Difficulty level imbalance
  • 📚 Lack of detailed tutorial or explanations
  • 💰 Paid content model

Bugs and requests

MuseDash

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Inability to restore in-app purchases
  • Freezing and crashes after completing songs
  • Inconsistent controls and unresponsive inputs

Requested features

4 requests
  • Add a random mode for favorite songs
  • Implement cloud save sync across devices
  • Add more difficulty options and modifiers
  • Introduce a story mode or campaign

Rotaeno

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Account/progress loss after device changes or updates
  • Crashes or freezes during gameplay
  • Inconsistent performance on high-end devices

Requested features

4 requests
  • Offline mode or ability to play without internet connection
  • More accessibility options (e.g., one-handed mode)
  • Global leaderboard and social features
  • Expanded song library and regular content updates

In-app purchases

19 purchases

MuseDash

One-time19
  • Welcome to the Blue Hole!$2.99
  • Muse Dash・Legend$2.99
  • Happy Otaku SP$3.99
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  • Song of Determination&Power(20%off)$3.99
  • Muse Radio FM101$3.99
  • Let's GROOVE$3.99
  • Touhou Mugakudan -Ⅰ-$3.99
  • Valentine Stage$3.99
  • Touhou Mugakudan -Ⅱ-$3.99
  • Rin·Len's Mirrorland$4.99
  • Miku in Museland$5.99
  • cyTus$5.99
  • Rin·Len's Mirrorland$5.99
  • Miku in Museland$8.99
  • Rin·Len's Mirrorland$8.99
  • unlockall_3$20.99
  • unlockall_12$23.99
  • unlockall_0$27.99
  • unlockall_29$33.99
5 purchases

Rotaeno

One-time5
  • 100 Stellar Gems$0.99
  • 300 Stellar Gems$2.95
  • 510 Stellar Gems$4.99
Show 2 more
  • 1030 Stellar Gems$9.99
  • 2080 Stellar Gems$19.99

Questions

Is MuseDash free?
MuseDash costs $2.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Is Rotaeno free?
Rotaeno costs $2.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, MuseDash or Rotaeno?
MuseDash is rated higher. MuseDash averages 4.9 out of 5 from 8.4K ratings, while Rotaeno averages 4.7 from 264 ratings.
Do MuseDash or Rotaeno have ads?
Neither MuseDash nor Rotaeno shows ads.
Which is updated more often, MuseDash or Rotaeno?
MuseDash ships an update monthly, and Rotaeno every 2 weeks. Most recently, MuseDash was updated on October 22, 2026 and Rotaeno on October 20, 2026.
Which is more popular, MuseDash or Rotaeno?
MuseDash currently peaks at #9 in the App Store charts, and Rotaeno at #20. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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