Space Channel 5 Dreamcast box art

Sega Dreamcast · Music & Rhythm

Space Channel 5

Certified classic

SystemSega Dreamcast
Released1999
GenreMusic & Rhythm
DeveloperSonic Team
PublisherSega
Players1–2 players
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
SeriesSpace Channel 5
LegacyCertified classic · legacy score 13

Space Channel 5 is a rhythm game released in 1999 for the Sega Dreamcast, developed by Sonic Team and published by Sega.

It belongs to the Dreamcast's earliest wave of games. Other notable Dreamcast releases from 1999 include Worms Armageddon, Mortal Kombat Gold and NBA 2K. Among the 7 Dreamcast music & rhythm games in our database, it ranks #1 by legacy score.

It is part of the Space Channel 5 series; on the Dreamcast you can also try Space Channel 5: Part 2. The series also appears on other systems with Space Channel 5: Ulala's Cosmic Attack (GBA). Sonic Team also made Sonic Adventure 2, Sonic Shuffle and Phantasy Star Online for the Dreamcast.

Space Channel 5 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 Space Channel 5 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.

Space Channel 5 gameplay screenshot on Dreamcast
In-game screenshot (Dreamcast)

Space Channel 5 walkthroughs & guides

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Space Channel 5 FAQ

When did Space Channel 5 come out on the Dreamcast?

Space Channel 5 was released for the Sega Dreamcast in 1999.

Who made Space Channel 5?

It was developed by Sonic Team and published by Sega.

Is Space Channel 5 multiplayer?

Yes. Space Channel 5 supports up to 2 players.

How long does Space Channel 5 take to play?

As a rhythm game, Space Channel 5 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 Space Channel 5 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.

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