Rainbow Snake

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Rainbow Snake is a single player action game. It was developed by RandomSpin and was released on October 7, 2017. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

"Rainbow Snake" is a charming classic game where you control a colorful snake, eating food and growing longer while avoiding green walls. With simple mechanics and controls using the arrow or WASD keys, the challenge lies in navigating the ever-growing snake through the winding maze without hitting the wall, leading to game over. Collect a array of colorful snakes for added variety.

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Single-Player

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66%

Audience ScoreBased on 95 reviews

optimization2 positive mentions

graphics3 negative mentions

Rainbow Snake offers a colorful twist on the classic Snake gameplay, making it visually appealing and nostalgic for fans of the original.
The game is simple and easy to pick up, making it a good time-waster for casual gamers and achievement hunters.
Despite its flaws, some players find the game enjoyable and challenging enough to keep them coming back for more.

The gameplay is plagued by clunky controls and poor hitbox detection, leading to frustrating moments where players collide with themselves or walls unexpectedly.
The game lacks essential features such as music, resolution options, and a scoring display, making it feel incomplete and outdated.
Many players feel that the game is overpriced for the limited content and quality it offers, especially when better free alternatives exist.

graphics
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
29%
28%
43%
The graphics of the game are praised for their high quality, with some users rating them a perfect 10/10, and noting they are among the best seen in recent titles. However, there are significant concerns regarding the lack of customizable settings and the need for a powerful PC to run the game smoothly, which detracts from the overall experience for some players.
- “Do recommend, best graphics since (insert game here).”
- “The graphics are 10/10 grade.”
- “There's no options to change the resolution for the game or customize the graphics settings.”
- “There's no way for gamers to try to improve the low-quality graphics.”
- “Considering this is being evaluated as a PC game, having the graphics phoned in like this isn't going to result in a high quality, visually impressive game that PC gamers are used to seeing.”
gameplay
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
14%
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The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some praising its simplicity and addictive mechanics, while others criticize it for being clunky and lacking essential features like self-hit detection. Despite these issues, many players appreciate the nostalgic feel and intensity of the classic snake gameplay. Overall, the experience varies significantly among users, highlighting both its charm and shortcomings.
- “Still works after years, perfect for your craving-for-classic-snake-gameplay moments.”
- “The gameplay is honestly so perfect I found myself coming back for more and more and more.”
- “Very nice game, 10/10 gameplay, very intense and a good story.”
- “I was really going to give this game a positive review until I saw the clunky gameplay!”
- “The 'developer' probably got the snake game code somewhere and has no idea how to implement self-hit detection, so now you have this so-called game without actual gameplay, because to hit the wall on a huge field you have to be as brain damaged as he is.”
- “The mechanics of the game are amazing; your snake doesn't disconnect at all when you turn.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
75%
The game lacks background music and features only one level, which some players find disappointing, especially given its price. While it may evoke nostalgia for the classic Nokia Snake game, the absence of music and limited gameplay can make it feel underwhelming. Overall, it serves as a simple, casual experience best enjoyed alongside other music.
- “Got all 8 achievements within 10 minutes, while just listening to music; it's just a background game, like League of Legends.”
- “There is only one level, no music, and the squares can appear on top of the snake, which can get annoying once you've gotten over 100 squares following your snake.”
- “There's no background music.”
- “I don't really recommend this game because I think it's too expensive for just a normal snake game without music (BGM), but if you want to try feeling like you're playing the old Nokia Snake game on PC, this game is perfect for you.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's optimization is mixed; while it features vibrant graphics and sound, it requires a powerful PC for smooth performance. Some users report that the gameplay runs well but lacks precision in execution.
- “This colorful rainbow version runs smoothly and has a nice tempo, although it feels like it's not quite on point.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is highlighted by its quirky design choices, such as the rainbow theme and the challenge of playing on a non-standard screen ratio, which adds to the comedic experience. Players find the game enjoyable and amusing, particularly with the introduction of a new, hilariously difficult mode that enhances its entertainment value.
- “Snake but rainbow and hardcoded for a 16:9 screen, it was hilarious on my old screen (different ratio).”
- “Really enjoy it, great game to pass the time with, and the new mode is hilariously difficult :)”
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story in the game is highly praised, with reviewers highlighting its quality and intensity, suggesting that it offers a compelling experience worth experiencing firsthand. Overall, it contributes significantly to the game's appeal, earning high marks alongside its gameplay.
- “The story is also really good in this game (step aside, Konami). I'm not going to spoil it though, since you all deserve to experience it for yourselves.”
- “Very nice game, 10/10 gameplay, very intense and a good story.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be somewhat tedious, especially as they approach higher achievement levels, which can make the experience feel repetitive.
- “The 150 achievements took a bit of time, especially as you start reaching higher levels; it becomes quite tedious.”
- “Grinding for levels feels like an endless chore, making the game less enjoyable.”
- “The repetitive nature of grinding makes it hard to stay engaged with the game.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Overall, users report that the game exhibits strong stability, with minimal bugs and easy achievements contributing to a smooth gameplay experience.
- “Not much to add to this one, easy achievements, and not buggy.”