
Runbow, and all its 9-player madness, is now on Steam!With tons of competitive modes for up to 9 players--locally and online--and a massive Single Player Adventure, Runbow is the crazy, colour-based platformer you've been waiting for.
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Fun game, great playing on the couch with friends! Lots of modes and things to do. Great art style too!
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behemoth pissed me the ♥♥♥♥ off
It's a party game, and I'm pretty much a party of one. However, even though I've only played this single-player, I've absolutely enjoyed it! When I first got Runbow, it was on the Wii U (yes, I've known about it for [i]that long![/i]), and I played every mode (I even tried Behemoth, but never finished it). Now that I have it on Steam, I'm gonna be playing it all over again to try and get every achievement - barring the multiplayer ones, because... well, no one wants to play this game with me. 😔 Runbow is an unique platformer, because some objects are affected by the color of the backdrop. If the same color platforms, lasers, etc. match the backdrop, they disappear, but when the background changes color, they reappear. This gives it a playing style that I don't think has been tried before or since this game's release. Your goal in most of the game is to get a trophy, though sometimes it's to defeat monsters or collect coins. The levels in Adventure Mode + Satura's Space Adventure are quite challenging. You will need to use your boost occasionally to clear wide gaps, reach high spaces, and avoid rows of spikes. Be prepared to die a lot. 😅 Thankfully, the individual courses are not very long, and can be completed in a few seconds, but hit spikes or fall in a pit, and you're back at the starting point of each level. As I've said before, I've never cleared Behemoth mode. You traverse through the belly of a large dinosaur, and you're supposed to clear it in one run - there is no saving at any point, although you will respawn at the start of each section if you make a mistake. Since I have yet to reach the end, I will attempt it again on Steam for sure! Customizing the characters is fun, choosing amongst the "Hues" (guys) or "Vals" (girls) and their outfits. Several characters from other indie game franchises also appear in this game, like Rusty from Steamworld Dig, Shantae from the Shantae series, and Max from Mutant Mudds, to name a few. As I've said, this is a party game, so there's multiplayer baked in. You can either play cooperatively or competitively, depending on the mode you choose. You can also play online, supposedly, but even when this game was popular, I never could figure out how to get anyone online interested in playing, so I doubt it'll be worth your time unless you announce somewhere (where people are interested in playing this game) that you're looking for players. Overall, I'm very glad I got this game again! I'd definitely recommend to someone who likes a good 2D platforming challenge! 😁
Muito bom, um jogo bem original e divertido, tem um single-player bem desafiador e é legal de jogar com os amigos, pena que ninguém joga o on-line.
Runbow is a vibrant multiplayer platformer developed and published by 13AM Games that distinguishes itself with one of the most imaginative gameplay mechanics in the genre. At first glance, it appears to be a traditional side-scrolling racing game, but the constantly shifting background colors dramatically alter the environment throughout every match. Platforms, walls, and hazards sharing the active background color disappear from the stage, forcing players to react instantly as safe paths become dangerous and previously inaccessible routes suddenly open. This clever concept transforms every race into an unpredictable contest where awareness and quick thinking are just as important as platforming skill. The game places a heavy emphasis on multiplayer competition, supporting large groups both locally and online. Whether players are sprinting toward the finish line, battling in arena-style matches, or fighting for control of specific objectives, every mode encourages frantic interaction and constant movement. The straightforward control scheme makes it easy for newcomers to participate, while experienced players can master advanced movement techniques and strategic positioning to gain an edge. Matches are fast-paced and energetic, creating an atmosphere that feels equally suited for casual parties and highly competitive gatherings. Although multiplayer serves as the centerpiece, Runbow offers far more than a collection of competitive game modes. Its Adventure Mode delivers a lengthy single-player and cooperative campaign featuring well over a hundred handcrafted stages connected through an expansive world map. The campaign steadily introduces fresh environmental challenges while expanding upon the core color-changing mechanic, ensuring that each new level presents different puzzles and platforming situations. Instead of acting as a simple tutorial, the adventure stands as a rewarding experience that gradually tests precision, timing, and adaptability. Players seeking even greater challenges will find plenty to enjoy through additional content designed for veterans. The Bowhemoth presents an enormous platforming course filled with demanding obstacles that require patience, precise execution, and excellent teamwork when played cooperatively. This mode shifts the focus away from direct competition and instead rewards persistence through increasingly difficult platforming sequences. Combined with the main campaign, it provides a substantial amount of content for players who enjoy mastering difficult stages beyond multiplayer sessions. Replay value remains exceptionally strong thanks to an abundance of unlockable rewards and customization options. Completing challenges unlocks costumes, concept artwork, collectibles, and a large roster of guest characters representing numerous beloved independent games. These crossover appearances give the game additional personality while celebrating the wider indie gaming community. Achievement hunters also have numerous objectives to pursue, providing long-term incentives to revisit both solo and multiplayer modes. Runbow's presentation perfectly complements its gameplay philosophy. Its colorful visual style remains clean and readable even during the most chaotic moments, allowing players to immediately recognize changing platforms and hazards without becoming overwhelmed by visual effects. Character animations are expressive, and the soundtrack maintains an energetic pace that enhances the excitement of every race and battle. Rather than relying on graphical realism, the game succeeds through strong artistic direction and visual clarity that directly supports its unique mechanics. Accessibility is another notable strength. The responsive controls are easy to understand, making the game approachable for players of varying skill levels. Fully customizable control options and broad controller compatibility allow users to tailor the experience to their preferences. While beginners can quickly learn the basics, mastering movement, timing jumps around disappearing platforms, and anticipating color changes provides enough depth to keep experienced platforming fans engaged for many hours. The game is not entirely without shortcomings. Those primarily interested in single-player experiences may find that the excitement naturally peaks when competing alongside friends or online opponents. Likewise, the unpredictable nature of the color-changing stages can occasionally lead to frustrating eliminations that feel unavoidable during particularly hectic matches. However, these moments are largely a consequence of the game's intentionally chaotic design and rarely overshadow the creativity behind its central mechanic. Runbow succeeds because it builds every aspect of its design around a single innovative idea and executes it with confidence. The constantly evolving stages keep every match fresh, while the generous amount of content, varied multiplayer modes, extensive campaign, challenging bonus levels, and wealth of unlockables ensure lasting appeal. Developed and published by 13AM Games, it remains one of the most inventive multiplayer platformers on Steam, delivering an experience that is accessible, endlessly entertaining, and highly replayable for both casual players and dedicated platforming enthusiasts. Rating: 8/10
underrated game. used to play it all the time on my friend's xbox.. didn't play nearly as much on steam. so awesome wish more ppl knew about it! Fun, cool idea and well executed
Only reviewing the single-player content since that's all I played. I beat both modes in just under 3hrs but I didn't do all the levels in Adventure mode so I'd say at least another hour to hour and a half of single-player content. And if you go for 3 medals in each level that'll also easily expand playtime! The main mechanic in the game is actually really cool and creative and leads to some neat level designs that makes you have to think ahead a bit and remember the different layers to anticipate which platforms you should use! Adventure mode has a ton of cool levels some getting pretty tricky towards the end! Overall not too difficult, but still fun! Bowhemoth mode is also cool! No level select though so if you quit midway through you have to start from the beginning so make sure you have about an hour and a half to set aside before you start it (I finished in 1:06:06 with 240 deaths). Also a lot of fun except one level that took about 30 minutes of attempts to get get through -_- Does control slightly janky, but overall still fun enough to recommend (while it's on sale of course XD)!
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Languages: English, French, Italian, German, Spanish - Spain, Japanese
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