Space Channel 5 Classic
Sega Dreamcast · Music & Rhythm
Samba de Amigo
Certified classic
| System | Sega Dreamcast |
|---|---|
| Genre | Music & Rhythm |
| Developer | Sonic Team |
| Publisher | Sega |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | Samba de Amigo |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 12 |
Released for the Sega Dreamcast, Samba de Amigo is a rhythm game developed by Sonic Team and published by Sega.
Among the 7 Dreamcast music & rhythm games in our database, it ranks #2 by legacy score.
It is part of the Samba de Amigo series. Sonic Team also made Sonic Adventure 2, Sonic Shuffle and Space Channel 5 for the Dreamcast.
Samba de Amigo supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.
Pick it if…
- you want to race and compete
- you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
- you have a friend to play against
- you want to experience one of the Dreamcast's defining games
Maybe skip it if…
- you play on a TV with noticeable input lag
What playing Samba de Amigo 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.
Samba de Amigo walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Samba de Amigo.
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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.
Samba de Amigo FAQ
Who made Samba de Amigo?
It was developed by Sonic Team and published by Sega.
Is Samba de Amigo multiplayer?
Yes. Samba de Amigo supports up to 2 players.
How long does Samba de Amigo take to play?
As a rhythm game, Samba de Amigo 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 Samba de Amigo 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.