Beat Saberis arguably the best VR game of all time. It perfectly utilized the medium, raised the bar for all rhythm games, and curated a community of some of the most talented modders on the internet. The songs on the game’s original lineup are great, but what really makes Beat Saber special is the host of incredible custom maps that community members curate to just about any song you may imagine.
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You’d be surprised at how many different genres can make for great Beat Saber maps, from K-pop to electronica to classic rock. The best mappers know how to bring out what makes each song special, and then create an environment for you to groove out to your heart’s content.
10Technologic - Daft Punk
Daft Punk’s catalog of electronic hits makes for some amazing Beat Saber maps, but this take on the songTechnologicby mapperAwfulnautis on a whole new level. This isn’t a back-breakingly difficult map — in fact, the highest difficulty you can play it on is Expert.
Instead, Awfulnaut focused on getting you into the groove of the song with well-timed hits on the beat, and they even throw in some strategically-placed walls to add some flair. If you’re looking for a song to groove along to rather than one to whip through at breakneck speed, this map is for you.
9Fuji Opener – Skrillex ft. Alvin Risk (Virtual Riot & Xomega Remix)
Skrillex’s popularity may have waned a bit over the years, but his music keeps going strong in the Beat Saber community. They go nuts for electronica beats with a fast tempo, and Skrillex certainly delivers on that front. Created bypkdan,Fuji Openeris a map that requires a lot of precision and fast movements, but with some practice, you just know the flow state with this one is going to be unreal.
You’ll get a chance to practice your flurries and crossovers, among other advanced moves, and at a staggering 285 bpm, this song will give you some insane cardio.
8Bohemian Rhapsody - Queen
Seeing thatBohemian Rhapsodyis considered one of the best songs of all time, it makes perfect sense that its Beat Saber map, created byJokidum, would be among the best, too. Full of epic breakdowns, bridges, and beats, this Queen classic is a dynamic song that will keep you on your toes for the entire 5:55 runtime.
You’ll want to make sure that you’re properly hydrated and limbered up before starting this stage, because you’re not going to get much of a break as you make your way through this mini-opera.
7Moves Like Jagger - Maroon 5 ft. Christina Aguilera
IsMoves Like Jaggera generically catchy pop song by a somewhat uninspired band? Yeah. Was it also played to death on the radio the summer it came out? You bet. Does it also make for a fantastic Beat Saber map? Absolutely it does.
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Thanks to some strategically placed walls by mapperbaxter395, this stage really will have you dancing around the room like you are indeed Mick Jagger. Sometimes a good Beat Saber map will make you fall in love with a song that you didn’t necessarily like in the first place — this is one of those times.
6Gangnam Style - Psy
Psy is the king of catchy tunes. K-pop in general makes for some next-level Beat Saber music, but when it’s coming from Psy, you know you’re in for a good time.
Not to mention thatGangnam Styleis one of the most recognizable songs in the world, so it’s a great option to throw on for your friends or family who are just getting a feel for what Beat Saber is all about. The best part is thatGreatYazer’s map replicates the iconic choreography from the music video, too.
5Shut Up And Dance - Walk The Moon
Shut Up and Danceis another chart-topping pop banger that has stuck around the Beat Saber community due to its strong beat and endlessly groovy chorus.
It may have been overplayed on the radio, but in the context of Beat Saber and mapped byBennyDaBeast, it’s one of those songs that you just can’t get enough of. Plus, the map has some really nice pacing to it that allows you to dance along a bit without getting lost or missing notes.
4New Rules - Dua Lipa
Dua Lipa’sNew Ruleswas one of the most popular songs of 2017 and was the single that really rocketed her to pop stardom. Catchy songs always make for good Beat Saber maps, but this song in particular has the perfect rhythm and tempo to make it an excellent stage for flow state.
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This map is fairly simple but emphasizes some of the more subtle flairs in the song’s production, which really speaks toBennyDaBeast’stalent as a mapper.
3Believer - Imagine Dragons (100k ver.)
Sure, you may getBelieverthrough the officially licensed Imagine Dragons song pack, but let’s be honest — some of the custom mappers out there blow the official stages out of the water. This is one of those cases.
The wayRusticmap hits on the beats and flows from one part of the song to another is something to behold. Plus, modded songs have the benefit of being entirely free, so you won’t have to drop any cash to play this modern classic of an Imagine Dragons song.
2Mr. Blue Sky - Electric Light Orchestra
Mr. Blue Skyis a genuinely fun song, and its upbeat groove and lyrics play into Beat Saber’s whole vibe quite nicely. Of course, it’s also cool to have an all-blue light show going on in the background of the stage that the mapperGreatYazercurated to really bring the theme of the song to life.
You have to give it up toGuardians of the Galaxyfor bringing this song into the 21st century in a big way, because a whole new generation of music lovers (and Beat Saber players) now get to enjoy this pop masterpiece.
1Midnight Lady - Dirty Androids
Reaxt’smap ofMidnight Ladyhas been upvoted over 12,000 times on BeastSaber, making it one of the most popular custom Beat Saber maps of all time — and for good reason. Of course, the song is funky and fun, and the mapping itself is immaculate, but the real star of the show in this stage is the visuals.
It’s an absolute explosion of colorful lights that must have taken an eternity to create, and it brings this VR experience to a whole new level. This map is a must-play for any and all Beat Saber fans out there.
