Space Channel 5 Part 2 is a rhythm action game released by SEGA for the Dreamcast in 2002. United Game Artists built the title as a direct sequel to the original cult hit, bringing back the cheerful reporter Ulala on a fresh mission to save the galaxy through dance. The core gameplay asks players to copy the moves and shouts of enemies in time with the beat. Players press up, down, left, right, chu, and hey buttons to match each sequence, and the game rewards clean timing with rising audience hype. The story follows Ulala as she battles the Rhythm Rogues, a group of dancing villains who hijack Space Channel 5 and force citizens to dance against their will. Michael Jackson appears as the character Space Michael, who teams up with Ulala during key scenes. The bright art style, funky soundtrack, and over the top scenes give the game a charm that few other rhythm titles match on the system.
Updated: Jun 22, 2026
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1.2 GB · Dreamcast ROMs
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Specifications
| Platform | Dreamcast ROMs |
|---|---|
| Genre | Action |
| File Size | 1.2 GB |
| Release Year | 2002 |
| Developer | United Game Artists |
| Updated | Jun 22, 2026 |
Overview
Space Channel 5 Part 2 is a rhythm action game released by SEGA for the Dreamcast in 2002. United Game Artists built the title as a direct sequel to the original cult hit, bringing back the cheerful reporter Ulala on a fresh mission to save the galaxy through dance. The core gameplay asks players to copy the moves and shouts of enemies in time with the beat. Players press up, down, left, right, chu, and hey buttons to match each sequence, and the game rewards clean timing with rising audience hype. The story follows Ulala as she battles the Rhythm Rogues, a group of dancing villains who hijack Space Channel 5 and force citizens to dance against their will. Michael Jackson appears as the character Space Michael, who teams up with Ulala during key scenes. The bright art style, funky soundtrack, and over the top scenes give the game a charm that few other rhythm titles match on the system.
The single player campaign runs across several stages set in space stations, parade floats, and dance arenas. Each stage builds tension as Ulala rescues hostages, faces dance offs against boss characters, and finally takes on the leader of the Rhythm Rogues. A two player mode lets a second person join in on the same screen to share the dance battles and boost the ratings meter. Players also collect 100 point bonuses for perfect calls, which raises Ulala's viewer count and opens extra outfits, music tracks, and gallery items. The soundtrack mixes funk, disco, jazz, and original tunes written for the game, giving each stage its own mood. Boss fights stand out because they introduce new patterns, longer chains, and surprise rhythm changes that test reaction speed. The mix of catchy music, colorful visuals, simple controls, and quirky humor makes Space Channel 5 Part 2 a standout rhythm title that still holds up as a fun and stylish Dreamcast classic.