Space Channel 5 Classic
Sega Dreamcast · Music & Rhythm / Shooter
Rez
Certified classic
| System | Sega Dreamcast |
|---|---|
| Genre | Music & Rhythm, Shooter |
| Developer | Sonic Team |
| Publisher | Sega |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | Rez |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 10 |
Rez is a rhythm game released for the Sega Dreamcast, developed by Sonic Team and published by Sega. It blends music & rhythm and shooter elements.
Among the 7 Dreamcast music & rhythm games in our database, it ranks #4 by legacy score.
It is part of the Rez series. Sonic Team also made Sonic Adventure 2, Sonic Shuffle and Space Channel 5 for the Dreamcast.
This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.
Pick it if…
- you want to race and compete
- you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
- you want to experience one of the Dreamcast's defining games
Maybe skip it if…
- you play on a TV with noticeable input lag
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Rez is like
Music and rhythm games challenge your timing by asking you to hit inputs in sync with the beat.
Tip for newcomers: Modern TVs can add input lag that throws off timing; use your TV's game mode if rhythm feels off.
Rez walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Rez.
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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.
Rez FAQ
Who made Rez?
It was developed by Sonic Team and published by Sega.
Is Rez multiplayer?
No. Rez is a single-player game.
How long does Rez take to play?
As a rhythm game, Rez typically falls into the "Quick session" category: under an hour, or endless arcade fun. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about Rez 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.