Sega Dreamcast · Action / Shooter
Rainbow Cotton
Deep cut Co-op
| System | Sega Dreamcast |
|---|---|
| Released | 2000 |
| Genre | Action, Shooter |
| Developer | Success |
| Publisher | Success |
| Players | 1–2 players (co-op) |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 3 |
Developed by Success, Rainbow Cotton arrived on the Sega Dreamcast in 2000 as an action game. It blends action and shooter elements.
It came out in the Dreamcast's second year on the market. Other notable Dreamcast releases from 2000 include Jet Set Radio, Sonic Shuffle and Skies of Arcadia. Among the 30 Dreamcast action games in our database, it ranks #24 by legacy score.
Rainbow Cotton supports up to 2 players, including cooperative play, which makes it a strong pick for playing with a friend.
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)
- you want a game to beat together with a friend
- you've played the Dreamcast hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests
What playing Rainbow Cotton 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.
Rainbow Cotton walkthroughs & guides
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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.
Rainbow Cotton FAQ
When did Rainbow Cotton come out on the Dreamcast?
Rainbow Cotton was released for the Sega Dreamcast in 2000.
Who made Rainbow Cotton?
It was developed by Success.
Is Rainbow Cotton multiplayer?
Yes. Rainbow Cotton supports up to 2 players, including co-op play.
How long does Rainbow Cotton take to play?
As an action game, Rainbow Cotton 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 Rainbow Cotton 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.