outfox ☆

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Description:
Extensible rhythm game engine based on StepMania

Type: Cask | Latest Version: 0.5.0-pre042,OF5.0.0-042,OutFox-alpha,MacOS-universal-date-20231224@0 | Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025

Links: Homepage | @ProjectOutFox | formulae.brew.sh

Category: Multimedia

Tags: rhythm-game stepmania game-engine music open-source

Install: brew install --cask outfox

About:
OutFox is an extensible, cross-platform rhythm game engine derived from StepMania. It enhances the classic formula with modern features like improved timing systems, expanded input device support, and a flexible theme engine. This makes it a powerful platform for both playing and creating rhythm game content.

Key Features:

Extensible engine with Lua scripting for custom gameplay and themes
Cross-platform support including Windows, macOS, Linux, and Raspberry Pi
Modernized input handling for a wide variety of controllers and DJ turntables
Support for multiple rhythm game modes (dance, pump, kb7, etc.)

Use Cases:

Playing rhythm games and custom charts created by the community
Developing new rhythm game concepts and themes using Lua
Creating and editing charts for existing or new songs

Alternatives:

StepMania – The direct upstream project; OutFox is a fork with more frequent updates and extended features.
osu! – A popular rhythm game with a focus on circle-clicking; OutFox offers more diverse game modes and engine-level customization.

Version History

Detected	Version	Rev	Change	Commit
Sep 15, 2025 12:45pm	0.5.0-pre042,OF5.0.0-042,OutFox-alpha,MacOS-universal-date-20231224	0	VERSION_BUMP	4d00874c
Aug 5, 2025 2:22pm	0.5.0-pre042,OF5.0.0-042,OutFox-alpha,MacOS-universal-date-20231224	0	VERSION_BUMP	001a672a