Key takeaways
Hail to the Rainbow at a glance
- On Steam for $14.99.
- Developed by Носков Сергей.
- 2.6K Steam user reviews so far.
- 7-day popularity peak on Oct 21, 2026; heat score 7/100.
- Players are mostly looking up codes and endings.
What is Hail to the Rainbow?
Hail to the Rainbow is a first-person story-driven adventure game with horror and shooter elements, made by Носков Сергей. Its store listing sums it up: “The story of a lonely young man named Ignat, who survives in the dangerous and gloomy world of post-apocalyptic cyberpunk.”
The few survivors of the tragic military events had to adapt to the new conditions of existence. Ignat, who lost his parents, was able to build his life alone and learned a lot in this new reality. However, the life of the protagonist, which has already become familiar in a few years, changes dramatically when an unexpected message arrives by e-mail.
Hail to the Rainbow is made by Носков Сергей. It is out now on Steam (released Nov 27, 2025). It is listed on Steam for Windows at $14.99. It has collected 2.6K Steam user reviews so far. Modes on record: single-player.
Popularity peaked on Oct 21, 2026 and has steadied since — still well above where it started. The developer's latest post, “Hail to the Rainbow - Consoles Release!”, went up on Oct 26, 2026. Players are mostly looking up codes and endings.
Hail to the Rainbow screenshots & media
3 official screenshots. Select an image to enlarge it.
Gameplay mechanics & features
Core loop
Survive in the dangerous and gloomy → build his life alone and learned → explore the environment → collect items and upgrade your inventory. That cycle, taken from the developer's own description, is what a typical session of Hail to the Rainbow looks like.
Modes
Single-player.
Progression
Progression is gathering, crafting and base-building to last longer. Long-term goals include Steam achievements and steam trading cards.
Controls & platforms
Runs on Windows. Full controller support. Cloud saves. Adjustable difficulty.
Standout features
The story of a lonely young man named Ignat, who survives in the dangerous and gloomy world of post-apocalyptic cyberpunk. "Hail to the Rainbow" is a first-person story-driven adventure game with horror and shooter elements.
Store & community tags: Action, Adventure, Indie, Horror, Survival, Shooter, Puzzle, Narrative
Latest news, release & update tracker
- Release status
- Out now
- Release date
- Nov 27, 2025
- Access
- Full release
- Latest update
- Hail to the Rainbow - Consoles Release! · Oct 26, 2026
- Added
- Oct 25, 2026
- Developer newsHail to the Rainbow - Consoles Release!
Hello everyone! On October 21st, "Hail to the Rainbow" was finally released on consoles— on PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch. I hope that in the future, it will also be possible to release physical collector’s editions. PlayStation Xbox. Nintendo Switch
- AddedHail to the Rainbow added to gee.wiki
Coverage opened with official store links, gameplay breakdown and beginner tips.
- Popularity peakPopularity index peaked at 53/100
Popularity peaked on Oct 21, 2026 and has steadied since — still well above where it started.
- Patch notesUpdate 1.10
Hi everyone! Another technical update has been uploaded with some small changes and fixes for minor issues. The main change is that the rotation mechanics (nuts, winch, valve, etc.) should now work more consistently regardless of FPS.
- Patch notesUpdate 1.08
A small technical update, version 1.08, has been released. Some of the game's core system files have been reworked to improve build stability. Shader memory retention has been disabled, which could previously lead to cache overflow issues.
- Developer newsArticle about the project’s development. Working with lighting.
Hi everyone! I’ve published a new article on Habr about working with lighting in Hail to the Rainbow. Unfortunately, it’s only available in Russian.
- ReleasedReleased on Steam
Timeline entries marked Patch notes / Developer news are the developer's own posts on Steam; dates are UTC.
Where to play
Hail to the Rainbow is on Steam for Windows at $14.99. The Steam page is the official place to buy, update and read patch notes.
Community & official links
Official channels
Community wikis (fan-made, unofficial)
Creator videos
No creator video numbers on record yet for Hail to the Rainbow — new games usually pick up coverage within days of breaking out.
How to play: beginner tips
- Codes expire fast in new games: redeem new ones the day they drop, and only trust codes posted by the developer.
- There are multiple endings: save before big decisions if the game lets you.
- Learn one safe route before exploring; panic-running is how most runs end.
- Craft storage early so you never lose a haul to a bad trip.
- Learn two or three maps deeply rather than all of them at once.
- If stuck, step away — fresh eyes solve more puzzles than brute force.
About codes: We do not republish code lists we cannot verify. Working Hail to the Rainbow codes are announced by the developer — check the game's Roblox description, its official community group and in-game update boards. Codes are usually case-sensitive and expire without notice.
Genres, platforms & tags
- Platform
- Steam
- Status & momentum
- New & notableOut now
- Play modes
- Single-player
- Store tags
- ActionAdventureIndieHorrorSurvivalShooterPuzzleNarrative
7-day popularity & player activity
Over the past seven days, the popularity index for Hail to the Rainbow moved from 2 to 0 on a 0–100 scale, peaking on Oct 21, 2026. Added to gee.wiki on Oct 25, 2026.
View daily values as a table
| Day | Popularity index (0–100) |
|---|---|
| Mon Oct 19 | 2 |
| Tue Oct 20 | 0 |
| Wed Oct 21 | 0 |
| Thu Oct 22 | 32 |
| Fri Oct 23 | 0 |
| Sat Oct 24 | 2 |
| Sun Oct 25 | 0 |
Hail to the Rainbow FAQ
What is Hail to the Rainbow?
Hail to the Rainbow is a first-person story-driven adventure game with horror and shooter elements, made by Носков Сергей. It is out now on Steam (released Nov 27, 2025). It is tagged Action, Adventure and Indie.
How much does Hail to the Rainbow cost?
Hail to the Rainbow costs $14.99 on Steam at our last check. Steam prices vary by region and change during sales, so the store page is the authority on today's price.
When did Hail to the Rainbow come out?
Hail to the Rainbow launched on Nov 27, 2025 for Steam. The most recent developer post, “Hail to the Rainbow - Consoles Release!”, went up on Oct 26, 2026.
Is Hail to the Rainbow multiplayer?
No multiplayer mode is on record — Hail to the Rainbow is listed as a single-player game.
Who made Hail to the Rainbow?
Hail to the Rainbow is developed by Носков Сергей.
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