Report updated Apr 2, 2026
Cytus II
v5.2.12Rhythm game enthusiasts and fans of narrative-driven mobile experiences who appreciate high-quality electronic music and challenging gameplay.
What Is Cytus II?
Launched Jan 17, 2018
Updated Feb 2026
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?
A unique rhythm mechanic where a judgement line moves across the screen, adjusting speed to the beat of the music.
A narrative-driven social media-style interface that allows players to uncover the game's lore and world-building.
Over 250 high-quality songs spanning multiple genres including electronic, rock, and classical.
Over 800 unique charts ranging from easy to hard to accommodate various skill levels.
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.
โRecent user voice shows a excited sentiment. Users appreciate exceptional gameplay and music and engaging storyline, but report aggressive monetization and paywalls and tedious progression and level locks.โ
What Users Love
This is honestly the best rhythm game in the play Store... the music pops!
The music is widely varied and high quality... It doesn't get much better than this.
first time seeing an actually good story on a phone game like this one.
The art, music and story come together so nicely that I've fallen in love with Cytus II.
the art is gorgeous, even the character select themes are bangers.
Hay que destacar el apartado visual como la UI hasta las animaciones tienen demasiada calidad
Pain Points
The game is very good but the prices are too high.
game has a too high barrier to entry monetarily
level locks are far too high late game.
method for unlocking songs is tedious and a waste of time.
Some of my miku's songs are missing. Already purchased the chars since 2020
hate that you cannot sync your purchases from android to ios
High confidence ยท 145.9K reviews available
How is it ranked?
| Category | Chart | Rank | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Music | Paid | #9 | |
| Casual | Paid | #49 | โฒ3 |
| Music | Grossing | #64 | โผ6 |
What are the pros and cons?
Pros
- Highly differentiated 'Active Judgement Line' gameplay mechanics.
- Deep, engaging 'iM' storyline that drives player investment and retention.
- Exceptional audio-visual production quality and diverse 250+ song library.
- Strong brand legacy and developer reputation (Rayark).
Cons
- High cumulative cost of IAPs creates a perceived paywall for late-game content.
- Tedious progression system and level locks frustrate dedicated players.
- Lack of cross-platform purchase syncing between iOS and Android.
- Unresolved bugs regarding missing previously purchased DLC (e.g., Hatsune Miku).
What is the market outlook?
Growth Opportunities
- Implementing a cross-platform account sync system could significantly boost multi-device player retention.
- Introducing bundled IAP pricing or subscription models could ease monetization friction and increase conversion rates.
- Streamlining the song unlock progression could improve mid-to-late game user satisfaction.
Market Threats
- Free-to-play gacha rhythm games (like Hatsune Miku: Colorful Stage!) offer lower barriers to entry with massive content updates.
- Emerging indie titles (like Rotaeno and Rizline) are introducing highly innovative mechanics that could siphon hardcore players.
- Player churn risk due to the high monetary barrier to access the complete narrative experience.
Who competes with Cytus II?
The Nemesis
Why it's a threat
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Users are happier โ sentiment 88/100 vs 78
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Higher rated at 4.6โ vs 4.1โ
Contenders
Arcaea
lowiro
Competes directly for the hardcore mobile rhythm game audience with a strong narrative focus, premium song packs, and complex note mechanics.
Competes directly for the hardcore mobile rhythm game audience with a strong narrative focus, premium song packs, and complex note mechanics.
Lanota - Music game with story
Noxy Games Inc.
Offers a highly immersive, story-driven rhythm experience with a unique circular, moving judgement line.
Offers a highly immersive, story-driven rhythm experience with a unique circular, moving judgement line.
Dynamix
โ 4.3 (274)C4Cat Entertainment Ltd.
Targets the same hardcore electronic music rhythm players with a challenging multi-directional falling note system.
Targets the same hardcore electronic music rhythm players with a challenging multi-directional falling note system.
Peers
A premium rhythm-based platformer that shares the electronic music focus and high-difficulty appeal.
Level Editor
A premium Apple Arcade rhythm game that competes for players seeking high-quality, traditional arcade rhythm experiences.
Online Multiplayer
A hyper-casual rhythm game that introduces mainstream audiences to mobile music gaming.
Online Battle Mode
New Kids on the Block
Rizline
โ 4.6 (336)Xiamen Pigeon Games Network Co., Ltd.
A newer, highly polished rhythm game from the makers of Phigros, featuring full-screen track mechanics.
A newer, highly polished rhythm game from the makers of Phigros, featuring full-screen track mechanics.
Milthm
โ 4.9 (262)ๅฟ็ฐ ้
An emerging indie rhythm game featuring rain-themed aesthetics and dynamic, moving judgement lines.
An emerging indie rhythm game featuring rain-themed aesthetics and dynamic, moving judgement lines.
What are the key takeaways?
Cytus II is a exciting games app that is free with in-app purchases. With a 4.1/5 rating from 145.9K reviews, it excites its users from users. Users particularly appreciate exceptional gameplay and music, though aggressive monetization and paywalls remains a common concern.
Best for: Rhythm game enthusiasts and fans of narrative-driven mobile experiences who appreciate high-quality electronic music and challenging gameplay.
How much does it cost?
Model: freemium
Low entry barrier with a premium base game, relying on a 'content-as-a-service' model where players purchase additional song packs and story chapters.
iOS Version
5.2.12
Android Version
5.2.12
Release Date
Jan 17, 2018
iOS Price
$1.99
Android Price
$1.99
Developer
Rayark International Limited