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Cytus α

Released: 4/25/2019

You play by focusing on the rhythm of the music. "Notes" (circular icons) and lines represent the music, with varied movements and interactions. With the right timing you TAP, DRAG and HOLD notes to earn the best possible score, using either the touch screen or a controller. The Notes are dynamic and reflect the energy of the music; it’s a visually captivating experience. Cytus α is also driven by its story – you advance through Chapters to unlock more songs but also the memories of the Operator, learning more of the narrative as you play. This title also includes songs originally made for Chapter Ω, as well as a fully revamped user interface! In addition to unlocking music, challenges and the story, you can engage in Online Score Battles. Practice your technique and then try to beat online rivals! With incredible music, visuals and gameplay, Cytus α is a rhythm masterpiece from Rayark that shouldn’t be missed.

You play by focusing on the rhythm of the music. "Notes" (circular icons) and lines represent the music, with varied movements and interactions. With the right timing you TAP, DRAG and HOLD notes to earn the best possible score, using either the touch screen or a controller. The Notes are dynamic and reflect the energy of the music; it’s a visually captivating experience. Cytus α is also driven by its story – you advance through Chapters to unlock more songs but also the memories of the Operator, learning more of the narrative as you play. This title also includes songs originally made for Chapter Ω, as well as a fully revamped user interface! In addition to unlocking music, challenges and the story, you can engage in Online Score Battles. Practice your technique and then try to beat online rivals! With incredible music, visuals and gameplay, Cytus α is a rhythm masterpiece from Rayark that shouldn’t be missed.

You play by focusing on the rhythm of the music. "Notes" (circular icons) and lines represent the music, with varied movements and interactions. With the right timing you TAP, DRAG and HOLD notes to earn the best possible score, using either the touch screen or a controller. The Notes are dynamic and reflect the energy of the music; it’s a visually captivating experience. Cytus α is also driven by its story – you advance through Chapters to unlock more songs but also the memories of the Operator, learning more of the narrative as you play. This title also includes songs originally made for Chapter Ω, as well as a fully revamped user interface! In addition to unlocking music, challenges and the story, you can engage in Online Score Battles. Practice your technique and then try to beat online rivals! With incredible music, visuals and gameplay, Cytus α is a rhythm masterpiece from Rayark that shouldn’t be missed.

Critics
81
Metacritic
75

Score Breakdown

80.9

Critic Average

11 reviews

N/A

Steam User Score

Less than 50 reviews

75

Metacritic User Score

20 reviews

Disparity Breakdown

Steam Disparity
N/A
Metacritic Disparity
+5.9
Combined Disparity
+5.9

Average of both sources

Review Timing

6 launch window (55%)5 late (45%)

Review summary

Updated Apr 19, 2021

Based on 11 scored critic reviews, critics give this game an average score of 80.9/100. Critics score this game 5.9 points higher than Metacritic users.

How these comparisons are calculated
Sources behind this summary(5 recent of 11)+
  1. Connor NicholsviaSeafoam Gaming
    Apr 19, 2021·Late review
    70/100View review
    Metacritic 75/100 · -5.0 pts
  2. Max WilliamsviaRice Digital
    Aug 20, 2019·Late review
    70/100View review
    Metacritic 75/100 · -5.0 pts
  3. Rob PittviaGamePitt
    Jul 20, 2019·Late review
    95/100View review
    Metacritic 75/100 · +20.0 pts
  4. Reuben MountviaTheSixthAxis
    Jul 19, 2019·Late review
    70/100View review
    Metacritic 75/100 · -5.0 pts
  5. Richard SeagraveviaGameSpew
    Jul 16, 2019·Late review
    90/100View review
    Metacritic 75/100 · +15.0 pts