Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six (USA, Europe) (GBC)

Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six on Game Boy Color (GBC) adapts the renowned tactical shooter experience from PC to a handheld platform. Players command an elite counter-terrorism unit, with the primary focus on meticulous planning and careful execution of missions.

Before each mission, you can select your squad members, each with their own skills and equipment. Choosing the appropriate weapons and gear for each member is crucial for success. Missions typically involve objectives such as hostage rescue, bomb defusal, or neutralizing terrorist threats.

A key aspect of the gameplay is its deep tactical element. Players must anticipate moves, utilize the environment, and attempt to coordinate with their squad (though GBC squad AI is quite basic). The game's perspective is often top-down or isometric, allowing players to get an overview of the operational area. When engaging enemies, the view might switch to a first-person perspective, enabling more precise aiming and shooting.

Despite the 8-bit graphics typical of the GBC, the game attempts to convey a tense atmosphere and demands high precision in every action. Caution is key to success; a small mistake can lead to mission failure or the loss of squad members.