Link Steam
indiegame.fan
String Theory header art

String Theory

A guitar practice game with live note and chord detection, scoring, loop mode, note-by-note mode, speed control, and a rhythm mode playable with keyboard or gamepad.

Steam Page
Developer
Anthony
Publisher
Anthony
Release
Coming Soon
Steam Reviews
No reviews yet

Does this feel indie?

Vote based on whether this game feels indie to you. You can change your vote at any time. Results earn an IGF score after 10 accepted votes.
No votes yet
Vote on More Games
Game contextLatest: IGF Team
ContextThe evidence factors used to assess whether this game belongs on IndieGame.Fan.Status
Notes
Latest Contributor: IGF TeamEdit notes
Search Google: Who developed String Theory?Developer scaleThe operating scale of the game's developer.
Search Google: Who published String Theory?Publisher scaleThe operating scale of the game's publisher.
Search Google: Is String Theory self-published or published by Anthony?Publisher statusHow the game's publishing relationship is classified.
Search Google: How is String Theory and Anthony funded?FundingThe known source of funding behind the game.
Search Google: Who controls the creative direction and IP for String Theory and Anthony?Creative controlWho appears to retain creative control of the game.
Search Google: What is the release status of String Theory?Release statusWhether and how the game has been released.

Media

8 items

About the Game

StringTheory is a guitar practice game that turns your own song library into playable challenges. Import supported song files (or use the included songs), pick a part, and play along while the game listens to your instrument in real time with live single-note and chord detection. Your performance is scored as you play..

Built for both learning and replay, StringTheory lets you load your own songs and work on them your way. Use Loop Mode to repeat difficult sections, Note By Note Mode to stop at each note or chord until you hit it, and speed controls to slow songs down while you learn. In addition to real instrument gameplay, the game also includes a rhythm mode for supported chart formats, with keyboard and gamepad support. Whether you want to drill one solo, practice rhythm parts more cleanly, or just play through your favorite charts, StringTheory is designed to make practice faster, clearer, and more fun.

Key features

  • Play with a real guitar or bass using live single-note and chord detection

  • Earn a score based on how accurately you perform

  • Import your own songs from supported chart and notation formats

  • Create and edit your own charts in the built-in editor, with a live 3D preview, guitar techniques, beat mapping, and tone switches

  • Use Loop Mode to repeat any section for focused practice

  • Use Note By Note Mode to stop at each note or chord until you play it

  • Adjust playback speed to learn difficult passages more easily

  • Includes a rhythm/arcade mode with keyboard and gamepad support

  • Connect an electronic drum kit over MIDI and play full drum charts, with every pad mapped from kick to crash

    Note: Real instrument note detection requires an audio input device or microphone. A direct instrument cable or low-latency audio interface is recommended for the best experience.

Indie Game Fan