FNF: Shot to the Top!

FNF: Shot to the Top! is a creative rhythm game mod for Friday Night Funkin’ that blends music battles with references from popular indie games. Instead of climbing mountains or wielding shovels, players take on the role of Boyfriend, stepping up to sing his way through intense matchups against iconic characters in rhythm-based duels.

Gameplay and Concept

The story begins with Boyfriend facing Madeline from Celeste, introducing the idea that “you are not a mountain climber—you’re a singer.” This encounter sets the tone for the mod, which explores creative crossover moments between Friday Night Funkin’ and beloved indie titles. While originally conceived as a single Celeste oneshot, it evolved into a series of short, standalone rhythm challenges that celebrate different games and sound styles.

Players can take on three main songs and one special cover, each built around recognizable themes but reimagined through the FNF rhythm format. The track selection includes “Solstice” featuring Celeste, a remix cover of the same song, and two Shovel Knight-inspired tracks titled “Shovelrous” and “Starlit.” Each performance has distinct moods and visual backdrops, from doodle-style scenes to charming pixel art stages.

Visual and Musical Style

The mod’s design shifts between sketchy, hand-drawn elements and pixel-based environments, giving every match its own character. The animation enhances each beat, and the timing mechanic remains faithful to the FNF experience—simple to grasp but tough to master at higher levels. Players can expect tempo shifts and rhythm patterns that demand precision rather than speed alone.

Credits: Davemyster (Director, Artist, Animator, Coder, Charter), Marc Cea (Musician for Solstice), Stress (Musician for Shovelry), PrinceLOLZ (Musician for Starlit). Download original mod here.