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Overpass
Developer Studio Bean
A rhythm adventure from a new perspective. Drive and drift to the beat on a futuristic road trip through the music, where the skyline is always in sync. From the Steam store page
112 reactions from 2 sources (Steam reviews, Bluesky) · newest Sep 16, 2026 · last updated Oct 13, 2026 · How this works
Audience score
95
LovedLoved
93 positive · 5 negative
95% range 89–98%
| Source | + | − | = |
|---|---|---|---|
| Steam reviews | 93 | 5 | 0 |
| Bluesky * | 3 | 0 | 11 |
* shown, not counted in the score (label accuracy below our 85% bar or not yet audited).
Steam's own rating
Very Positive
100 of 105 reviews positive (all languages, per Valve)
What players are saying
95% recommend · 96 yes, 5 no
Counted from the reviewers’ own thumbs up/down on the 101 English Steam reviews we collected, not by the AI. Valve’s all-language rating: Very Positive (118 of 130 positive).
Players praise Overpass for its unique perspective and innovative rhythm gameplay. [1][2][3] Many find the game visually stunning with a fantastic soundtrack. [2][4][5] Some reviewers note a steep learning curve and occasional readability issues. [6][7][8]
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Representative posts
- [1]
I've followed this game since it was first teased, and from the beginning I could tell it was gonna be something really special, so I could hardly contain my excitement when I was given the opportunity to be a playtester. It's a super unique concept for a rhythm game, where you're forced to process the three lanes and the environment's perspective tricks at the same time, and while it's everything I could ask for …
- [2]
The aesthetic and perspective of this game are what set it apart, and while the levels are as beautiful as I hoped the perspective ended up mattering much more than I originally thought. Overpass uses its unique perspective in so many ways, keeping me on my toes and making a feeling different from any other rhythm game. Every level is memorable, the music is fantastic, and while I've barely touched the editor so far …
- [4]
I'm not much of a rhythm game player, but this game is fantastic. I love it so much. It both keeps me on my toes, and helps me calm down. Great aesthetic, even better music, and a game I'd recommend to anyone who even has a passing interest in synthwave, or rhythm games.
- [3]
Overpass joins a list of recent innovative rhythm games, like A Dance Of Fire And Ice, Retro/Grade, and the upcoming Rhythm Doctor. The premise is that you're driving on a road looking upwards, and you have to switch lanes and hit/hold a key to the beat as markers on the overhead objects scroll by into the "eye" at the top of the screen; it's like Guitar Hero in the sense that there are a set of keys to pick the …
- [5]
Overpass' whole concept hits very nicely all the buttons of this overplayed 'vaporwave car-driving game' genre that never really did click with me until now. The idea of watching overpassing architecture, like a child in the back of a car, is the best idea I've seen so far. The music is very nice, which is not often the case with vaporwave games, nice tunes, very catchy in some levels, put you in the trance very …
Summarised from 34 of the 114 public posts collected about this game; every point cites the posts behind it ([n] opens the post) and the split is counted from the posts’ own ratings. Updated Oct 11, 2026. How summaries are made
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Overpass sits at 95% positive across 98 opinionated reactions from 2 sources. Fresh or rotten — where do you land?
Reactions
60 of 112 · most liked firstSome Concept work i made for an Indie game back in 2017 called Overpass by Michael Bean
neutral · AI labelView post →I've followed this game since it was first teased, and from the beginning I could tell it was gonna be something really special, so I could hardly contain my excitement when I was given the opportunity to be a playtester. It's a super unique concept for a rhythm game, where you're forced to process the three lanes and the environment's perspective tricks at the same time, and while it's everything I could ask for challenge-wise, I also often found myself with my jaw dropped just enjoying the…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →unfortunately i just can't get down with what should be my jam. the music and conceptual idea are/is great, but the game is plagued with segments where you only have a split second to see an arrow that was hidden behind another prop, making this a rhythm game about rote memorization rather than engaging with the rules/environment
negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →OVERPASS BLUES the first drawing for this years attempted Month of Shadowrun art - Shadowvember. ft. the characters of a game I joined and haven't been able to stop thinking about.
neutral · AI labelView post →The aesthetic and perspective of this game are what set it apart, and while the levels are as beautiful as I hoped the perspective ended up mattering much more than I originally thought. Overpass uses its unique perspective in so many ways, keeping me on my toes and making a feeling different from any other rhythm game. Every level is memorable, the music is fantastic, and while I've barely touched the editor so far it works quite smoothly. The game can be a bit intensive, possible more than…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Overpass joins a list of recent innovative rhythm games, like A Dance Of Fire And Ice, Retro/Grade, and the upcoming Rhythm Doctor. The premise is that you're driving on a road looking upwards, and you have to switch lanes and hit/hold a key to the beat as markers on the overhead objects scroll by into the "eye" at the top of the screen; it's like Guitar Hero in the sense that there are a set of keys to pick the lane and one key to actually play a note. So far, so normal. Where Overpass…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →I absolutely love rhythm games, this is the best KBM game I've seen so far. Easy to learn, extremely hard to master, beautiful visuals, creative level design and a community workshop for more tracks. Each level is like a different mechanic, it starts nice and slow but gets pretty hard quickly. Only recommended for somewhat experienced rhythm game players though, it's pretty hard to find your point of focus where you can see everything needed. If you've never played games like taptaprevenge or…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →This is easily one of the most unique rhythm games I've ever played. It's not hard to complete, but the layered challenges have plenty to keep the dedicated coming back for more. Highly recommended.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →It’s an “Overpass” graffiti tag, which has all the authenticity of the graffiti from a 1980s TMNT video game.
neutral · AI labelView post →I used to play this game in my head as a kid staring out the car window so the fact that someone turned it into a real video game and then got Makeup and Vanity Set to do the soundtrack for it is pretty surreal. Can't reccomend this game enough.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →As far as rhythm games go, I think Overpass is quite unique and that's really what managed to elevate it so much for me. While it's nothing new to have to hit notes as they come at you, Overpass takes this in a new direction by making all the notes show up as object in a 3D world, and while a first glance might not give the impression, this changes how the game works quite considerably. If you're seeing this, chances are you've played rhythm games before, and if that's the main reason you're…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →COME JOIN THE BANNER BRIGADE ON THE PRINCE AVE. OVERPASS ON SEPTEMBER 12 BEFORE THE GAME, 10am-12noon. Bring your own signs and make your voice heard!
neutral · AI labelView post →LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS TOMORROW 9/6 Woodrow Pedestrian Overpass @ I-630 2–4PM WOO PIG, TAX THE RICH 🐗💸 Game traffic = gridlock. Perfect time to be SEEN. Signs, flags, energy. ✊ Non-violence: DO NOT ENGAGE. FILM EVERYTHING. 📹 #50501Arkansas #WooPig #TaxTheRich #ThePeoplesProtestsAndMarchesAR
neutral · AI labelView post →Now you can be bad at rhythm games in 3D as well as 2D
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →I'm not much of a rhythm game player, but this game is fantastic. I love it so much. It both keeps me on my toes, and helps me calm down. Great aesthetic, even better music, and a game I'd recommend to anyone who even has a passing interest in synthwave, or rhythm games.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Fallout 4 🌖 Overpass Outpost #photography #gamePhotography #fallout #fo4 #bethesda
neutral · AI labelView post →CS2’s latest update actually changes how the game feels. • New animations for every weapon • Movement feels off with the new subtick input cap • Overpass, Train, and Inferno got legit gameplay changes 🎥 Full breakdown here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=kOLO...
neutral · AI labelView post →Honestly a really unique and polished rhythm game - super underrated (esp. from Studio Bean), would fully recommend
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Gameplay and soundtrack both slap
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →I had been dying to play Overpass since I saw it demoed during some gaming convention like a year ago. I'm a big fan of rhythm/music games so I couldn't wait to play it. This genre has been really underrepresented lately so it's always awesome to have something new. Having said all that, even if there were a ton of quality rhythm games coming out regularly, Overpass would still stand out from the crowd. It is a phenomenal game. Mechanically it is super simple. There are three 'lanes',…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →I am a huge fan of music/rhythm games. I got started with DDR back in 2000 with the original release on PSOne and then sought out other Bemani games, so I am a rhythm game veteran and I'm always looking for unique ideas when it comes to this genre. Overpass is definitely unique and a really excellent beginning. I love rhythm games that don't adhere to the traditional 'scrolling note' structure like a lot of popular games in this genre (Beatmania IIDX, DJ MAX). While scrolling notes is a genre…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Overpass to and from W’s games are core memories for me, and hot dogs after the game, Town Bizness at its best!
neutral · AI labelView post →Overpass signs before the Steelers game!
neutral · AI labelView post →There should be more grassy areas in this game, like long A on Overpass You don't stomp around, you just kinda glide across the grass. Neat sound effects
positive · AI labelView post →That's definitely one of the most unique rhythm games out there. After playing it for a few hours, you may start hearing rhythm while driving near streetlights (don't worry, it goes away). If you're motion sick, I do not recommend you this game. I don't know whether I'd survive it in VR, but even if I do, my neck would definitely hurt. It's possible to make a game play itself, but in doing so you ruin your fun and skip all the lamps. If you really REALLY are that bad, set timing to easy. If…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →western developed fighting game but it's still named like Essence Spirit -Soul 2.22 OVERPASS
neutral · AI labelView post →The soundtrack is amazing. The game, total trash.. boring and doesn't even accept keyboard inputs.
negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Overpass is a rhythm video game where you have to follow environment cues while you're looking up in your van store.steampowered.com/app/773740/O... It's clearly inspired by the music video of Star Guitar (Chemical Brothers) by Michel Gondry, and I LOVE THIS VIDEO youtu.be/0S43IwBF0uM?...
positive · AI labelView post →If you're interested in a unique, great-looking, fun, and well designed rhythm game, Overpass is a great match. Could be the most fun I've had while learning to actually play a game well. There are plenty of goals and extra ways to make it more challenging once you have things down, or you can turn on all the easy modes...if you're a wimp (or if you want to enjoy it as a more relaxing/accessible experience). Plus the level editor/workshop support means there's plenty more to do if the regular…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →One the one hand, Overpass is a much more forgiving rhythm action game than most others I've every played. There are no instant failures and only a final tally to tell you if you've done well enough to proceed to the next level or not. The rhythms aren't that complicated either with most notes falling on beats or half beats. There are only three possible notes too, so it isn't like you have six or more potential inputs. But, as mentioned in other reviews here, there is this other side to…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Overpass brings something truly unique to the table in terms of rhythm games. Even experienced players will find themselves challenged by the depth perspective and confusing setups of the notes in Overpass. The experience is incredibly fun and rewarding, accompanied by some really great songs. Give this game a shot if you even think you might enjoy rhythm games
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →One of the unique rhythm games that I've played so far. Basically, you're driving a car while looking upwards and you have to hit/hold the beat that passes through the eye. It may take awhile for you to understand the mechanic in this game but it will make sense later on. Highly recommended for players who likes rhythm games!
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Very unique rhythm game with a cool concept and good music. Has a very high skill ceiling with the optional lamps, badges for hitting everything perfectly, and options to make it harder like playing without markers; but is also very accessible with a fairly forgiving bar for clearing each level and options for increasing timing windows, making markers bigger, and automating parts of the game. I wish this game was more well-known.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Overpass really is a hidden gem. From the trailer, the perspective view might look a bit weird, but everything works perflectly in game. The game looks and feels amazing, and the tracks are so well-designed. Every pattern is designed to be visually AND audibly predictible, even if it might look impossible during the first tries. Overall one of the best indie rythm game of these recent years, I really hope the it will meet a great success with time, Studio Bean really deserve it.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Good music, and a nice take on the rhythm game genre. The perspective looks rather confusing, and it takes some getting used to, but there are many options to make the game easier and help you get over the learning curve.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Overpass isn't kidding when it says it is "A rhythm adventure from a new perspective." This is literal, as the game's quirk is in how it expresses directions to the player. You cannot see the road, and instead rely on the directions that come up on the screen and move through the eye at the top, which indicates exactly when the input should be pressed and is satisfyingly synced to the music. The method of expressing these inputs is very creative and feels immensely satisfying when understanding…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →This game rocks! But like, electronically
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →COME JOIN THE BANNER BRIGADE ON THE PRINCE AVE. OVERPASS ON SEPTEMBER 5 BEFORE THE GAME! The Banner Brigade will begin our fall home season with the Dawgs on September 5th, reminding the thousands of people driving down and under Prince Avenue to vote out the fascists.
neutral · AI labelView post →Overpass' whole concept hits very nicely all the buttons of this overplayed 'vaporwave car-driving game' genre that never really did click with me until now. The idea of watching overpassing architecture, like a child in the back of a car, is the best idea I've seen so far. The music is very nice, which is not often the case with vaporwave games, nice tunes, very catchy in some levels, put you in the trance very nicely. The gameplay is not as relaxed as the screenshots may suggest. The…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →There's a few performance issues and bugs here and there, but on the whole this is one of the most fun experiences I've had with any rhythm game! A sorely underrated title. 9/10
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →In my opinion, it is challenging which i dont like it
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Another great hit form Studio Bean!! The Gameplay and Music fit so well together, the angled up perspective seems odd at first but it quickly becomes second nature to read markers coming in with how well everything is tied to the Level and Song. Each area comes with it's own unique look and the sound track turns every level within it's area into it's own unique part. The whole visual style of the game really complement the audio soundscape and there are parts of it that I love because they go…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →+ good music + can be played with one hand + nice variety in assets + lots of settings to adjust difficulty + unlockable adjustments for interface and rendering - found the last level a bit frustrating _______ Very chill game for synthwave/outrun fans
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Purchased the game with a vengeance after getting absolutely bodied by it during PAX lol It's definitely a challenging game but still great for players of all rhythm skill levels thanks to all the options you can change to make the game easier to play through. If you're not already an expert at rhythm games, don't go into Overpass thinking you'll be able to ace it from the get go because the game will spit on your face and laugh at you. On the other hand, you can still progress through the…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →I'm torn on this game. I *love* the perspective. It taps into that dreamy feeling you get watching the landscape as a passenger in a car. It also forces the player to use their peripheral vision in a way that feels natural. That being said, I don't really feel the urge to come back to this one. I almost feel like the perspective idea here could be reworked into an entirely different genre, and I hope the developer recognizes that.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →The most creative, beautiful and the hardest music game I've ever played.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →A unique view on rhythm games, it's quite an experience: the greatest challenge comes from the perspective, figuring out when the objects will strike the mark considering their different heights and ambient occlusion of sorts, however the perfect tempo of the song aligned with the game makes it not as frustrating as it sounds. You're into rhythm games and liked what you saw in the trailers? you'll enjoy this one, get it. Of the few downsides I experienced so far, is how the"freeplay" is…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Looks good, and is unique to other rhythm games. The levels are very replayable in my opinion.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Overpass is an excellent indie gem. You've seen the trailers, you know what the gameplay is. However, there's some really excellent game design at play here. The tiny symbols you see in the footage may appear to make the game a squint-fest, but in reality that couldn't be further from the truth. Every object is basically a big symbol itself. Let me explain. At the start, you have to click in time with arches passing overhead. Simple. Then, you have to press left and right, but now the arches…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Super fun and awesome rhythm game! I would highly recommend this!
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →This game... is AMAZING. The gameplay is incredibly fun and everything looks so beautiful!! I had a lot of fun with this game, as you can see I have played for 200+ hours and I don't regret any of the time spent in this virtual world that you can so easily dive in and explore the beautiful sceneries... The fact that this video game was made by only one person amazes me! The music is insanely good and you can even create your own levels with any song you want! Bean, I love this game :D
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Honestly one of the best rhythm games I've ever played. It has a clear sense of progression and an amazing soundtrack with tight and easy controls suitable for gamepads and keyboards alike. If you like rhythm games or just need to relax with some dope ass music, you don't need to look anywhere else but here
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →At first I thought those tiny and fast passing sign will be hard to notice , and some commends have mentioned that too, but as more as I play this game , I find it's not necessary to see the sign for me now , it's more about the motion this sight , I really love the beautiful view and lit track , and fall in love with the game when I find I don't really need to take care of the symbol but feeling connected to all motion and still in every journey
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →This is another take on the rhythm genre (referring to Molinari’s excellent game, “Soundodger”). Overpass captures the sense of riding in the back seat of a car accompanied by an excellent retro wave soundtrack. For me, “Overpass” is a very nostalgic experience. It’s a throwback to the countless hours spent in the back seat of my dad’s car on the highway, with my GameBoy. Which is a feeling Adam Ellis beautifully captured in his comic panel, although my time spent timing passing street lights…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →At first I thought this game was going to be boring. Honestly. But after playing through it I can confidently say that it was NOT. This game, for as simple as it may look, is actually one of the more unique and difficult rhythm games i've played in a bit. And the music... This is stuff I'd be able to listen to when I'm out and about! One of the only rhythm games where I've downloaded the soundtrack! Really really really recommend this one.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Overpass is a wonderful rhythm game where you cruise around in dry deserts, flourishing forests, vivacious villages, and other various places that all seem to feel...industrial or futuristic in a way, and you're tasked with collecting data about these locations. You do this by hitting markers that are placed on the several objects you drive past; stone pillars, shooting stars, trees, traffic signs, titular overpasses, etc, all in time with the music. There's a total of three possible lanes to…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Right off the bat the music is absolutely phenomenal, which is important since the entire game is built around the tracks. I really love how creative the levels are, constantly adding new dimensions to what should be a relatively simple 3-note rhythm game. Every time a new type of note appears it feels like learning a new mechanic as you train your eyes to catch the notes just in time. The levels themselves are beautiful and fit well with the aesthetic of the music, I especially like the…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →I remember being utterly enthralled with the concept of this game, when it came out I played it without blinking for way too long I think. The first time I hit the beat on a shooting star I felt immersed in a way I haven't felt in many games since. 10/10
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Skip Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs, you just need a game changing 1v1 on Overpass and you've basically just healed your being.
positive · AI labelView post →I NEVER REVIEWED THIS GAME??? FORGIVE ME. THIS GAME IS PERFECT WITH NO FLAWS.
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