Report updated Apr 4, 2026
Beat Hazard 2
v1.16Music lovers and arcade gaming enthusiasts who enjoy rhythm-based challenges and personalized, procedurally generated gameplay experiences.
What Is Beat Hazard 2?
Launched Apr 7, 2020
Updated Feb 2025
What users think iIndependent intel reports to help builders create better apps or enhance existing ones. Still in beta, accuracy and relevancy get better every day. For informational purposes only.
What does it look like?
What are the key features?
Arcade shooter mechanics that dynamically adjust based on the rhythm and flow of the user's local music files
Automatically generates unique boss ships and player ships based on the specific audio track being played
Ability to stream and play games to thousands of live stations via SHOUTcast
Global per-song leaderboards allowing players to compete for high scores on their favorite tracks
What do users think? iIndependent intel reports to help builders create better apps or enhance existing ones. Still in beta, accuracy and relevancy get better every day. For informational purposes only.
“Recent user voice shows a frustrated sentiment. Users appreciate core gameplay concept, but report app crashes and stability and music library access issues.”
What Users Love
Cool game and concept.
It's a must try if your interested for shoot em ups while playing your custom music.
Pain Points
Haven’t got to play this once since I bought it. Keeps crashing
Paid $5 for a game that crashes constantly.
The game is unable to detect or read music files stored on my phone.
It is not compatible with Apple Music.
High confidence · 72 reviews available
How is it ranked?
| Chart | Rank | Change |
|---|---|---|
| Paid | #60 | ▼1 |
What are the pros and cons?
Pros
- Unique procedural generation technology
- Strong brand legacy in the rhythm-shooter niche
- High-fidelity audio support (FLAC, WAV)
Cons
- Critical technical instability and launch crashes
- Poor UI scaling on modern mobile displays
- Lack of integration with major streaming services
What is the market outlook?
Growth Opportunities
- Integrate Spotify/Apple Music APIs to expand music accessibility
- Fix controller support to capture the mobile 'pro' gaming market
- Leverage social sharing for procedurally generated content
Market Threats
- Direct competition from more stable titles like Music Racer
- Negative review momentum impacting store visibility
- Shift in consumer preference toward freemium rhythm models
Who competes with Beat Hazard 2?
The Nemesis
Why it's a threat
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Users are happier — sentiment 78/100 vs 32
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Higher rated at 4.4★ vs 3.6★
Contenders
Offers a premium, high-visual-fidelity rhythm experience with a focus on intense, fast-paced gameplay.
Active Judgement Line
MuseDash
hasuhasu
A highly popular arcade-style rhythm game that blends side-scrolling action with high-energy music synchronization.
A highly popular arcade-style rhythm game that blends side-scrolling action with high-energy music synchronization.
Arcaea
lowiro
A challenging rhythm game with a unique 3D 'Sky Note' system that appeals to the hardcore arcade skill set.
A challenging rhythm game with a unique 3D 'Sky Note' system that appeals to the hardcore arcade skill set.
Peers
A neon-styled arcade racer/shooter with a heavy emphasis on momentum and electronic music.
Wall-Thrusting Racing Mechanics
New Kids on the Block
Rotaeno
X.D. Network Inc.
A rising threat that uses gyroscope controls to innovate within the rhythm-action space, offering a high-intensity physical experience.
A rising threat that uses gyroscope controls to innovate within the rhythm-action space, offering a high-intensity physical experience.
Paradigm: Reboot
★4.7 (258)Xiamen TunerGames Network Technology Co., Ltd.
A newer entry in the 'space-themed' rhythm genre with a 3D perspective and high-speed gameplay.
A newer entry in the 'space-themed' rhythm genre with a 3D perspective and high-speed gameplay.
What are the key takeaways?
Beat Hazard 2 is a frustrating games app that is a paid app. With a 3.6/5 rating from 239 reviews, it frustrates many users from users. Users particularly appreciate core gameplay concept, though app crashes and stability remains a common concern.
Best for: Music lovers and arcade gaming enthusiasts who enjoy rhythm-based challenges and personalized, procedurally generated gameplay experiences.
How much does it cost?
Model: paid
Premium upfront pricing model targeting core gamers; avoids microtransactions or subscription fatigue, positioning the game as a complete, high-value experience.
iOS Version
1.16
Android Version
1.38
Release Date
Apr 7, 2020
iOS Price
$4.99
Android Price
$4.99
Developer
Cold Beam Games Ltd