Aaero
Aaero
Game
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Aaero2
Developer Mad Fellows
Tune into Aaero2 - a heart-pounding rhythm-shooter with 20 stunning alien worlds, each powered by a legendary Monstercat track. Trace ribbons of light, unleash devastating firepower, and conquer colossal bosses! Play solo or co-op and feel every beat as you fight to the soundtrack. From the Steam store page
69 reactions from 3 sources (Steam reviews, Bluesky, Mastodon) · newest Jul 4, 2026 · last updated Oct 8, 2026 · How this works
Audience score
90
LovedLoved
43 positive · 5 negative
95% range 78–95%
| Source | + | − | = |
|---|---|---|---|
| Steam reviews | 43 | 5 | 0 |
| Bluesky * | 7 | 0 | 11 |
| Mastodon * | 1 | 0 | 2 |
* shown, not counted in the score (label accuracy below our 85% bar or not yet audited).
Steam's own rating
Very Positive
47 of 52 reviews positive (all languages, per Valve)
What people are saying
Summary pending — the reactions are listed below.
At a glance
Aaero2 is a 2024 action indie video game, from Mad Fellows.
- 67 people have posted about this game on Steam reviews, Bluesky, Mastodon
- posts span May 28, 2024 to Jul 4, 2026
- 90% of 48 Steam reviewers recommend it (their own thumbs)
- Steam reviewers had played a median of 2 h when they wrote
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Reactions
60 of 69 · most liked firstI did it! My #SGDQ2025 submissions are in 🎉 Fingers crossed for Rez 🥺 and of course I have my Sonic game submissions! Aaero2 and Payday 3 are co-op runs with @indyvillain.bsky.social and they're both really fun ones.
positive · AI labelView post →Rail shooters are fun. So are rhythm games. So, it stands to reason that their combination would also be a pretty good time. It turns out, that is the case, at least in this particular instance, and while it doesn’t do either one as well as a more focused game in either genre, it puts them together in a way that is enjoyable and engrossing without being too complex. Abbreviated Review: https://youtu.be/qY4vga9wHVA Twice the Aaeros I enjoyed the first Aaero, but it’s been the better part of…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →i loved the first aaero, and i absolutely hate this one because of the new shooting mechanic. you have to hold trigger, aim, and let go of trigger on rhythm to maximize score and damage, whereas aaero 1 was a simple aim and press to shoot. looks like this time around, your score is highly dependent on combat efficiency, so expect poor scores unless you master the combat. also, the level design (ribbon-following) is really slow and boring this time around. looks like it was design with…
negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →TL;DR: The immersive on-rails rhythm & melody shooter got local/online co-op and pvp now. The new missile mechanic is easier to grasp but musically weird. Aaero is one of the rare breeds among rhythm games that sheds light on the other aspect of music: melody. Simply put, you follow a melody by riding a luminous strand with your left thumb. You keep rhythm by shooting down baddies with your right thumb and triggers. You do all that while passively flying over beautifully stylized alien…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →It's difficult for me to not recommend this game because I like Aaero 1, so much so that I backed Aareo 2 on Indigogo. However, I personally would rather play Aaero 1. I disliked the changes with the new combat system, and I found myself uninterested in playing the tracks on 'Normal' difficulty coming from Master tracks on Aaero 1. It looks like Aaero 2 has really focused on the 2 player co-op. perhaps the tracks are more interesting with 2 players.
negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →I had high hopes for the second game, but gave up after an hour of playing One of my main concerns is the magnet setting; I believe it should be optional. The true joy of this game lies in riding the ribbons, and the magnet feature detracts from that experience. It would be better to have all difficulty levels unlocked from the start, allowing players to choose their preferred challenge right away. Additionally, I found the soundtrack to be less enjoyable this time around. I only really…
negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →I'm honestly surprised more people are not playing these games. Once I played aaero for the first time, I was instantly hooked. 24 hours later and I 100% it. I was hooked and I definitely needed more, So, here comes aaero2, and wow did they improve it a lot more. The songs are banging as usual, but I am nodding my head a lot more with aaero2. The new mechanics take time to get use to, but once you get it down, my god is this game so satisfying. I hope these games keep coming out. I will support…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →peanut would love some pets and treats :) 🌸＞ フ | _ _ l ／` ミ＿xノ / | / ヽ ﾉ │ | | | ／￣| | | | | (￣ヽ＿_ヽ_)__) ＼二つ
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →yo, I'm live now with Aaero2 by @MadFellowsGames Thx for the key! Come check it out! hit the link: twitch.tv/paxarator #Aaero2 #indiedev #indiegames #twitchstreamer check out the game on steam: store.steampowered.com/app/3010090/...
neutral · AI labelView post →Full Walkthrough: https://youtu.be/R5mykQXo8pI ★★★★★ Gameplay: Good Graphics: Good Music: Very Good (monstercat) PC Requirements: Potato Here I will leave the cat, friends who pass by can pet it and give it a thumbs up ／＞ フ | l ／` ミ＿xノ / | / ヽ ﾉ │ | | | ／￣| | | | | (￣ヽ＿ヽ)__) ＼二つ
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →TLDR: Good game but you should really take some time practicing early songs to get the hang of the controls. I think Aaero2 is overall an improvement to the first. The most notable benefit for casual players is the meter showing when to shoot. The hardest part of Aaero was landing shots. I will never be able to beat Alpha Centauri on advanced, let alone master, purely because I cannot get the hang of shooting on beat with no indication. Aaero2 resolves this with a meter that is always on…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Check out my review of the new indie game Aaero2: Black Razor Edition for PS5! thegamehoard.com/2025/12/16/a... #gaming #videogames #indiegames
neutral · AI labelView post →Would probably give this a neutral review if I could but don't think it 'deserves' a negative review, it's just not to my taste for this Aaero, it just completely missed the mark for me. The magnetic ribbon assistance on lower difficulties doesn't feel good to play, it feels like you're fighting the game while playing it, instead of slowly learning the mechanics. I would rather have larger ribbons (easier hitboxes and bigger size) for lower difficulties and easier gentle but still fun arcs.…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Video Review - https://youtu.be/rcrI-u8lCyU Aaero2 is a Monstercat fuelled acid trip that will have you addicted. Half rail shooter and half ribbon following (sounds weird but with the analog it really works) the game can be likened to behemoths such as Rez, Arcaea, Guitaroo Man and Thumper to name but a few. The game features three difficulties and 18 levels which can be completed in a couple of hours, but leader boards and high score chasing is where it's at, and because the soundtrack…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Yall... You have NO idea how excited I am. Stay tuned for my review of #Aaero2 coming soon! I *loved* The first Aaero game. I'm SO looking forward to seeing all that they've done in this rebuilt-from-the-ground-up awesomeness. ^_^ @madfellowsgames.bsky.social #keymailer #madfellowgames
positive · AI labelView post →Aaero 2 is a rhythm-based rail shooter developed by Mad Fellows. You pilot a ship through abstract environments, tracing glowing ribbons in time with the music while engaging in combat. The game blends rhythm mechanics with shooting and boss encounters, offering adjustable difficulty to suit a wide range of skill levels. Pros ✔️ A genuinely unique blend of rhythm and ship combat - The way the game ties movement, shooting, and music together feels deliberate and works well. ✔️ Difficulty is…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Release Date Trailer - Aaero 2 Black Razor Edition youtu.be/WS3LCDaoWU8 #Aaero2 #Trailer #IndieGames
neutral · AI labelView post →Aaero2 got some DLC today, so I’m back on my rhythm game high score bullshit once again
positive · AI labelView post →Oh hey someone made a game that perfectly portrays my personal flavor of synesthesia. Incredibly fun and satisfying, I just wish it had a greater variety of songs
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →An improvement on the original! - Songs are streaming friendly - Coop! - Lots of achievables - Great soundtrack - Fun bosses - Daily goals for bonus exp - Works best on a twin stick controller Wishlist: keyboard support
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →I was a massive fan of the first game, back on Kickstarter just like I did for this sequel as well. With the first game when it launched it was quite unknown and I was in contact with the developers helping them to tweak the game etc. I was even credited in the first game as well which was nice. Moving on to Aaero2, this is a worthy sequel. It has co op and pvp online modes which is an excellent edition. Of course you have some fantastic banging tunes/new levels to play through. You may find…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Its here! Aaero 2. The game that feels like Rez yet has been iterated on. fun fact: The devs didn't play nor heard about Rez until Aaero 1 was launched. The game feels kinda samie at first, until after a few levels when the environments become more complex and react to the beat of the music. In Aaero 1, the game was heavily criticized for "sluggish missiles." well, its still there, but the tutorial now explains the mechanic in more detail this time around. so it should be faster to get use…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Our first video review is now up on our YouTube channel!! Find out what we thought of the rhythm-based action game #Aaero2 youtu.be/tz4T4st_pnY
neutral · AI labelView post →Please consider following my [url=https://store.steampowered.com/curator/41005226/]Curation page. I cover a wide range of genres both paid and unpaid, providing unbiased opinions as well as regular giveaway events. Video Review https://youtu.be/KT5z5n1tJ0g A Casual Experience If you're new to the rhythm genre and looking for something more easy and chill in terms of game play, I believe Aaero2 fits this description better than other games. I say this because of how the game starts and…
negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Aaero2 - in development since the first game launched in 2017 - is a twin-stick music-based rail shooter game, seeking just a teeeeny bit in crowdfunding to push the game over the finish line: www.indiegogo.com/projects/aae...
neutral · AI labelView post →The base game for #Aaero2 went on sale on Xbox, but not the Black Razor edition. 😔 Holding out for that one. Love these type of rhythm-on-rails videogames. ☺️ www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zqfw...
positive · AI labelView post →The game is not bad, but I think it lacks marketing. I only found out about the game when I opened the old one and saw the ad, I think the tutorial should also be optional and not mandatory for the first time. Otherwise, it's an amazing game! 9/10
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Aaero2 is a pretty light content offering if you just consider the songs themselves, but the gameplay itself is quite fun. While I think at the moment, Aaero1 has more replay value to me personally, this one was more than satisfactory as a sequel. If the fabled custom songs ever come into being, this would become my de facto pick between the two games.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →just from what I've played so far as of writing this it's a decent game. i think a couple songs like nemesis has language in it. could be wrong but the above mentioned song sounds like it mentions the F word. not a huge fan of that. other then that i think one other song I've played had lighter language. none the less it's a decent game so far and I've quite enjoyed it. as of this I've only played crash and burn up to that so far. edit made it further on normal can't get enough stars to…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Aaero 2 is a fun rail shooter with strong rhythm elements and a great soundtrack. Features 2 player mode, boss fights.. Gets challenging late game when the mechanics combine. It's fun, check it out. Want to know more? Check out my review here: https://www.cshpicone.com/gaming/bite-sized-game-reviews/bsr-aaero-2 For more niche curation, follow me at: https://store.steampowered.com/curator/27440015-CSH-Picone/
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →A wonderful follow-up to the original. Combat is now more expansive, but also forgiving and approachable compared to Aaero1.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →yo, ty so much @madfellowsgames.bsky.social and @piratepr.com for gifting us a key for Aaero2! We'll be playing it soon on the channel! In the meantime, check out the game on Steam: store.steampowered.com/app/3010090/...
neutral · AI labelView post →Aaero2 is a sequel that sequels properly. It adds 2-player mode, 2nd firing mode, and changes things up heavily while keeping the core game the same. I'm biased as I loved the first one, but this felt fantastic to play with a friend (solo mode exists too) store.steampowered.com/app/3010090
positive · AI labelView post →Great game that adds some extra layers to Aaero's gameplay, but sadly takes away about as much as it gives. + Co-op is really fun + Added complexity with changes to enemy fire and firing system + Solid bank of challenging tracks - Leaderboards and high scores frequently crash - I miss lasers - Difficulty (in terms of scoring, not necessarily the maps) seems to be a lot gentler, with things like magnetic ribbons and respawns lingering way too late into the game's progression Mainly…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →This is more Aaero. Just as good as the first one!
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →got into a flow state, rocking back- forth, just watching my partner complete the tutorial. Game's a blast and the songs slap. Hidden gem. Would deferentially recommend
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →very fun satisfying unique rhythm game with an incredible soundtrack
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →I came for the beats and stayed because my thumbs are now in a devoted relationship with this game.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →My favourite rhythm game ever is almost back with more content! Aaero2 Black Razor Edition is launching on December 16th and rhythm fans should be sooooooo freaking excited about it! youtu.be/xYtJagyRChc?...
positive · AI labelView post →Aaero 2, developed by Mad Fellows and published by Wired Productions, is a rhythm-action experience that seamlessly blends fast-paced rail shooting with music-driven movement. As the successor to the cult hit Aaero, this sequel refines and builds upon its predecessor’s foundations, while also introducing meaningful improvements that make it more approachable without compromising the sense of speed, style, or musical precision that fans loved. At its heart, Aaero 2 remains a game about riding…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →I really enjoyed this game but i may have gotten addicted to beating highscores..... i may be here for some time lol
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →A brilliant game, like the first Aaero but more challenging and with co-op
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Aaero2 has some great ideas, but you’re always playing through the same limited tracklist in this rhythm-based game. Review: www.consolecreatures.com/review-aaero2/
neutral · AI labelView post →Couldnt recommend more
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Purveyors of the finest games and observers of the most eloquent music taste
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Aaero and Aaero 2 are both games that have these qualities: 🔵 You should play them loud, with plenty of bass. I really don't think you can get the most out of these games without having some way to crank the tracks the way they were intended. These aren't delicate piano tracks you could fully experience at medium volume, they are proper jams that want to shake your neighbor's doors off their hinges. This makes your whole house the "haptic feedback" for the ribbon sections. 🔵 They can…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →this game has good vibrations omg this vibrations are crazy!!!!🫨🫨🫨🫨🫨 very good
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Awesome music and vibes
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →We need to talk about this ''sequel''. When i first played it, i didn't enjoy it, i thought they ruined a good thing with what they changed, after a while, it grew on me, i started to appreciate the change, i started to vibe to the songs and then the game really clicked. I think they could have done a few things, like chosen another song for the first one, maybe left autolock for missiles, maybe a few more songs but other than that, the game is great. there is also some really stand out tracks…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →MAGNETIC RAILS MAKE THE GAME LESS ENJOYABLE, Aaero 1 is better. In aaero 2 normal mode has magnetic rails which removes a bit more player control than I would like, feels too snappy and is too lenient imo. Advance mode plays the same as the first game but you need to get 45 stars to unlock it. Locking advance mode behind a progress wall is a bad choice for a sequel game as returning players are already familiar with the core mechanics. Add in theres only 24 levels, 5 stars max for each, so you…
negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Aaero2: Black Razor Edition – PSP and Guitar Hero led to this rhythm-action game youtu.be/RhOY9S1wF5Q
neutral · AI labelView post →New on Fix Gaming Channel: Aaero2 review – a neon rhythm rail shooter that feels amazing when music and movement sync up, but doesn’t always keep the flow. #Aaero2 #IndieGame #RhythmGame #RailShooter #PCGaming #GameReview https://www.fixgamingchannel.com/aaero2-review-neon-rhythm-rail-shooter/?utm_source=mastodon&utm_medium=jetpack_social
neutral · AI labelView post →I don't know how but mad fellows have bettered themselves yet again. Aaero 2 is a masterpiece and i look forward to it's future. If rhythm shooters are your thing then this is the game for you.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →best game i ever played. i am challenged
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →All I wanted was more tracks on top of Aaero and this sequel provides that and more. The on-beat for more damage missiles and machine gun took a few runs to get used to compared to the first game, but now fine. The rail magnetising was confusing me for a bit, but checked and it’s for the novice levels. Good choice for onboarding, just like the new tutorial. Secrets are where I expect them to be (crafty devs!!). Just out of sight and mostly need a second+ pass to get them. Also cool to see…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Publisher Wired Productions and developer Mad Fellows have announced Aaero2: Black Razor Edition for PlayStation 5. #Aaero2 https://gamesense.co/game/aaero2/news/discuss/aaero2-black-razor-edition-announced-for-ps/
neutral · AI labelView post →A Co-op Thmupper? LOVE!
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Picked this up in a bundle on a whim, and I was blown away by how much I already adore it. Crazy to think I could have so easily missed this, really glad I didn't. The lack of positive reviews is a travesty, so I'm throwing my hat in the ring to hopefully get this game the very/overwhelmingly positive it deserves. Amazing game, The unique gameplay and haptics are fantastic, I loved every single song, and the boss fights are really fun. I can't wait for custom maps and songs. If I had to…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →As rhythm games go this and predecessor are among the best. The music is great, the visuals are astounding, and the game play super smooth. The music in this version is a slightly different genre but not so different as to put off players of the first. Download the demo because there is no real way to describe how this game feels to play, I love every minute I play. I owned this on the Xbox so buying on PC was a real no brainer,
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →I'm LIVE with Aaero2! I got a review key for this neat on-rails shooter, a la Star Fox, except also it's a rhythm game! Come watch at https://twitch.tv/supertaliadx #LiveNow #Aaero #Aaero2 #Twitch
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