Independently developed rhythm surfing game ‘Audiosurf’ is now up for pre-order on Valve’s ‘Steam’ digital delivery service. Becoming a finalist in the 10th Annual Independent Games festival awards is clearly a sort of recognition which is not easily given to the many indie game devs out there and thankfully, thanks to Valve, this game will reach the hands of many rhythm gamers (and most likely console download services in time).

Previously the game was only available to a specific group of beta testers but from this Friday will be available through Steam for $10. Much like Harmonix’s early work before Guitar Hero, Audiosurf has you in control of a aircraft which zooms through constantly changing highways. Traffic metaphors aside, with many different rules and an unlimited soundtrack (the game has a unique music processing engine, perhaps it’s biggest USP) Audiosurf very rarely gets dull. The game allows you to experience your personal music collection in ways never before expected. With the many ways to play, everyone will have their own personal favorite and thankfully all play modes are scored through the global scoreboard which brings the ‘score attack’ aspect to a whole new, online level.

If you have access to the Steam platform this game is highly recommended, and with such a low price tag it would be a shame for you to miss out on! The game also comes bundled with the Orange Box Soundtrack which will most likely please the masses of Portal fans out there. Definitely check it out and let me know what you think.

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[This piece also posted on Rhythm Gamer]