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Flashback
Sega Dreamcast · Action / Platformer
Flashback
| System | Sega Dreamcast |
|---|---|
| Genre | Action, Platformer, Puzzle |
| Developer | Delphine Software International |
| Publisher | U.S. Gold |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Series | Flashback |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 7 |
Developed by Delphine Software International and published by U.S. Gold, Flashback arrived on the Sega Dreamcast as an action game. This Dreamcast release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1992. It blends action, platformer and puzzle elements.
Among the 30 Dreamcast action games in our database, it ranks #6 by legacy score.
It is part of the Flashback series; on the Dreamcast you can also try Fade to Black. The series also appears on other systems with Flashback (Genesis) and Fade to Black (PS1).
This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.
Pick it if…
- you want to fight, blast and test your reflexes
- you have time for an evening or two (roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
Maybe skip it if…
- you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Flashback is like
Action games test reflexes and nerve. Expect fast enemies, tight controls and stages you clear by reacting quickly and learning enemy patterns.
Tip for newcomers: Retro action games are often short but tough. Treat early deaths as practice runs; every attempt teaches you where the next threat comes from.
Flashback walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Flashback.
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Playing Dreamcast games today
Dreamcast games still feel inventive and colorful, and many have been re-released on later platforms. The console also has a remarkably active homebrew scene for a system that left shelves so long ago.
Flashback FAQ
Who made Flashback?
It was developed by Delphine Software International and published by U.S. Gold.
Is Flashback multiplayer?
No. Flashback is a single-player game.
How long does Flashback take to play?
As an action game, Flashback typically falls into the "An evening or two" category: roughly 1–6 hours to see it through. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about Flashback on Wikipedia. Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.