Runbow Reviews

Runbow is ranked in the 83rd percentile of games scored on OpenCritic.
5 / 10.0
Feb 8, 2019

Runbow works against itself by creating needless tedium throughout the game. The controls, shaky and particular platforming, and waiting for the background colors to flip in order to progress are all damning in a platforming game, and the frustrating background music makes the title feel so much longer. This isn't the only takeaway because the game's aesthetics and premise are pretty good: racing to the end of the level with cool '60s aesthetics and deft maneuvering through visual gameplay cues! 13AM had a really cool idea that mostly works but unfortunately gets lost within a slew of issues. Runbow could be a great game for the dedicated speedster, but for most others, it comes off as pretty, but lackluster.

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3 / 5.0
Sep 7, 2015

The best way to describe Runbow is that it feels like the kind of idea that would've made for a creative series of one or two levels in a Mario game, but here that's the entire game from start to finish with little variation. I can't stress enough that you probably just shouldn't bother with Runbow unless you have at least three or four friends with whom to play with on a regular basis.

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60 / 100
Sep 9, 2015

Ultimately, Runbow disappoints. Bowhemoth is a fun distraction. Single-player is a pretty traditional and unimaginative series of levels that only major platforming fans will maybe enjoy. And online is a hit or miss (mostly miss) collection of modes that is fun for a little while, but falls under the shadow of the Wii U's insufficient online multiplayer ecosystem.

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Sep 15, 2015

All in all, Runbow is a decent party game that offers some laughs and a nice amount of variety, though it is unfortunately not as accomplished as other similar games.

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70 / 100
Jul 9, 2018

With plenty of focus on the competitive and an interesting color system in the stages, Runbow offers fun whenever played with other friends by the local multiplayer, but playing alone or trying to venture into the online modes can be frustrating and discouraging.

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redakcja
Top Critic
7 / 10.0
Jul 1, 2018

Runbow is a multiplayer party game by its nature, but singleplayer mode doesn't offer as much fun.

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7 / 10
Aug 2, 2018

Runbow is bringing its qualities again to a Nintendo console. Thanks to its simple gameplay and multiplayer mode, as well as to its online capabilities and availability of characters from other indie games, Runbow is a fun and addictive game that could be longer when it comes to its single player mode but it's certainly a welcome addition to the Nintendo Switch catalogue.

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7 / 10
Sep 10, 2015

At its heart, Runbow is a game to break out during a big gathering, rather than play on your own. Nothing is more fun than hooking up controllers and playing with a whole bunch of your friends for a night, and Runbow offers that in spades, provided you have all the Wii Remotes and attachments at your disposal. It's the perfect fit for the design philosophy of Nintendo's consoles lately and a great debut from 13AM Games.

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7.3 / 10.0
Jul 27, 2017

Colourful, fun and unique, but feels too shallow and may be so distressing.

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7.4 / 10.0
Sep 8, 2015

A great 2D platforming party game best played locally, Runbow is a good buy for your multiplayer playlist.

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7.5 / 10.0
Jul 2, 2018

After a while Runbow definitely becomes more of the same, but, to its credit, what it offers is inherently fun. The constantly changing colors are intimidating at first but I was shocked at how quickly it became intuitive. There are a lot of good platformers out there, but what makes this unique is the fact that levels aren't difficult in their design, specifically. Instead, the challenge comes from your own ability to quickly think about the shifting environment and plan your next move. Runbow is about negotiating when to take your time and when to race into a rhythm. Sometimes it's about being careful, but more often than not, Runbow is the platforming equivalent of double dutch—it takes skill but once you get in a groove you can pull off some spectacular things. And, much like double dutch, it's a bit more fun when more people jump in. Whether you're a casual gamer or a platforming veteran, you'll find Runbow easy to pick up but hard to put down.

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3.9 / 5.0
Aug 26, 2015

Runbow on the Wii U eShop is a vibrant and zany 2D platformer that, while missing a few marks, still offers a unique color-changing mechanic that I found engaging.

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8 / 10.0
Jul 30, 2018

If you want a game that you can enjoy with your mates, then Runbow is a must-buy. It becomes harder to recommend if you intend to play it alone, but the solid platforming challenges are worth the price of admission.

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Jul 9, 2018

"Colourful and fun multiplayer experience featuring beloved indie heroes."

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8 / 10
Jul 9, 2018

Runbow has the potential to be an outstanding game. A few patches here and there will help it along the way and should a community begin to emerge, then online play will be a chaotic joy.

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8 / 10
Jul 4, 2018

Runbow is yet another great port for the Switch and offers a fiendishly difficult but hysterical time. Grab some friends and get the best out of this game by playing with others.

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8 / 10.0
Jul 5, 2018

Whether as a party game or a solo experience Runbow has an incredible amount to offer. Its controls very much fall under the simple to learn but tough to master banner, especially if you’re going to tackle the likes of the Bowhemoth mode. Small touches like the collection of indie darling characters included as unlocks are very much appreciated and offer a motivation to explore the game’s modes to find them all. Especially if you’ve got some friends or family with a competitive streak Runbow can be a lot of raucous fun!

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8 / 10.0
Sep 21, 2015

If you're looking for a frenzied multiplayer platformer for your Wii U then Runbow is a solid choice.

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8 / 10
Sep 10, 2015

Runbow is simply a pleasant and enjoyable game. Between the colourful and pleasing levels, good balance in difficulty, and solid multiplayer, it's a joy to play, and is outright beautiful in its simplicity.

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8 / 10
Nov 25, 2016

Runbow combines simple gameplay elements with a complex structure and provides an unforgettable co-op experience that you can enjoy with friends and family.

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