Runbow
Jul 03, 2018 8 years ago
Runbow is an action party game with a unique art style and a never-before seen colour mechanic that will keep you running back for more. Platforms and obstacles appear and disappear as the background colour changes, so if you can’t see something, it doesn’t exist. Whether you're playing alone or with friends, Runbow is fast, frantic, and a lot of fun. Players can race against each other in The Runbow Run, or go head to head in a number of different modes including King of the Hill and Arena to name a few. Use the Wii U GamePad to become the malevolent ColourMaster controlling the colours and the obstacles in the level, or tackle our toughest game mode, The Bowhemoth, a 30+ minute platforming challenge that will put the patience and skill of even the toughest players to the test. If dozens of game modes, hundreds of unlockable costumes, and a crazy, colourful gaming challenge sounds like fun, then you better get ready to Runbow!
What it’s like
Runbow is a vibrant, high-energy platforming party game defined by its innovative chromatic mechanic. The core experience revolves around racing and battling across levels where platforms and hazards dynamically appear or vanish based on the background color. This creates a constantly shifting landscape that demands quick reflexes and spatial awareness from up to nine players simultaneously. The tone is chaotic, humorous, and relentlessly fast-paced, prioritizing immediate fun over narrative depth. Structurally, it offers a dense collection of modes, including asymmetric multiplayer where one player acts as the 'ColourMaster' manipulating the environment, alongside solo challenges like the grueling Bowhemoth mode. The craft shines in its abstract, pop-art visuals and rhythmic soundtrack, which sync with the color shifts to create a sensory overload that feels both polished and wildly unpredictable.
Strong in Co-op / MultiplayerGameplay / MechanicsPacingSocial / RelationshipsVisuals / ArtAtmosphere / MoodAudio / MusicDifficulty / ChallengePolish / PerformanceProgression / ReplayabilitySystems Depth / Build Variety
Keep in mind The game is heavily reliant on multiplayer; playing alone significantly diminishes the intended chaotic fun and limits access to the best content. Additionally, the abstract art style and frantic pace may feel overwhelming or visually fatiguing for players who prefer grounded aesthetics or slower, more strategic gameplay.
AI-generated from catalog data, informed by reviews from metacritic.com, sourcegaming.info, nintendolife.com, vooks.net, opencritic.com, gamingnexus.com.
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Releases
| Platform | Region | Type | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wii U | Worldwide | Full release | Sep 03, 201511 years ago |
| PC (Microsoft Windows) | Worldwide | Full release | Nov 18, 201610 years ago |
| Nintendo 3DS | Worldwide | Full release | Jun 19, 20179 years ago |
| New Nintendo 3DS | Worldwide | Full release | Jun 20, 20179 years ago |
| Xbox One | Worldwide | Full release | Jul 16, 20179 years ago |
| Nintendo Switch | Worldwide | Full release | Jul 03, 20188 years ago |
| PlayStation 4 | Worldwide | Full release | Jul 03, 20188 years ago |
