Quaver

The ultimate community-driven, and open-source competitive rhythm game available on Steam.

github.com/Quaver/Quaver
Quaver homepage screenshot

About Quaver

Quaver is a community-driven, open-source vertical scrolling rhythm game with two game modes, online leaderboards, an in-game editor, and a multiplayer mode. Its Steam release supports Windows, Mac, and Linux.

The GitHub repository holds the game client source code. Building and running it requires the .NET 8 SDK, cloning with submodules, and having Steam open and running.

Key features

  • Vertical scrolling rhythm gameplay with two game modes
  • Online leaderboards for competitive scoring
  • In-game editor
  • Multiplayer mode
  • Steam release for Windows, Mac, and Linux
  • Client code released under MPL-2.0 license
Best for: Players of competitive rhythm games and developers who want to use or contribute to an open-source game client.
Good for
  • Open-source client with public source and contribution process
  • Supports Windows, Mac, and Linux through Steam
  • Includes editor, multiplayer mode, and online leaderboards
Watch out for
  • Building from source requires .NET 8 SDK and running Steam
  • Game assets use a separate license from the code, which affects commercial derivatives

Quaver at a glance

Type
Open-source project
Pricing
Not confirmed. Check the site
Platforms
Linux, Windows
Open source
Yes · Source code
Language
English
Last checked
Oct 5, 2026 · Online when checked
Listed
Oct 5, 2026

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Quaver FAQ

How do I build and run Quaver from source?
Install the .NET 8 SDK, clone the repository with submodules, keep Steam open and running, then run dotnet run --project Quaver.
What license covers the code and assets?
Repository code is under MPL-2.0, submodules have their own licenses, and game assets are under a separate license.
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