Canabalt
August 31, 2009
Arcade, 2D, Auto-runner, Indie Games, Multiplayer, Platformers, Splitscreen, PSP Minis, Singleplayer.
A simple arcade game in which we control a hero escaping from an unspecified danger. Players do not control the direction and speed at which they move and can only jump over obstacles they encounter.
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Subway Surfers
May 22, 2012
Arcade, Auto-runner, Singleplayer, TPP, Free-to-play.
Colorful arcade game, belonging to the casual genre of endless runners. We play the role of graphic artists caught in the hot deed, who are forced to flee from a police inspector and his dog. During the game, we move around the roofs of wagons and railway tracks, avoiding any obstacles with the help of a special skateboard.
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Into the Dead 2
August 9, 2017
Action, Auto-runner, FPP, Indie Games, Singleplayer, Free-to-play, Zombie.
Production combining elements of endless runner and first person action game. In Into the Dead 2 we pass through various stages, bypassing enemies standing in front of us or eliminating them with the use of an extensive arsenal of white and firearms.
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Muse Dash
June 15, 2018
Arcade, 2D, Auto-runner, Music, Platformers, Rhythm, Side-scroll, Singleplayer.
Affordable and colourful production combining classical music-rhythmic game with two-dimensional platformer. The authors of Muse Dash from the PeroPeroGames studio have prepared a total of dozens of songs representing different genres of music.
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Rayman Mini
September 19, 2019
Arcade, 2D, Auto-runner, Platformers, Side-scroll, Singleplayer.
The Rayman cycle spin-off is an auto runner production. In Rayman Mini, the main character is reduced to the size of an ant, allowing him to explore an unknown world and face completely new challenges. During the game, the hero moves to the right on his own, and we have to jump on platforms, avoid obstacles and attack enemies.
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Hextech Mayhem: A League of Legends Story
November 16, 2021
Arcade, 2.5D, Auto-runner, Platformers, Rhythm, Science Fiction, Side-scroll, Singleplayer.
An auto runner with explicit rhythm game elements. In Hextech Mayhem: A League of Legends Story we take on the role of Ziggs, who traverses Piltover, jumping and bombing enemies to the beat of the music.
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Despicable Me: Minion Rush
June 13, 2013
Arcade, Auto-runner, Cartoons, Singleplayer, Free-to-play.
An auto runner game based on the famous animated film Despicable Me, known in Poland under the title How to steal the Moon. During the game, we guide the minions, which we run on the beach, avoiding obstacles, collecting items, etc. We also run on the beach.
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Countryballs: The Polandball Game
April 2, 2015
Arcade, 2D, Auto-runner, Humorous, Singleplayer.
A humorous endless runner arcade game inspired by the popular Internet meme and a series of political comics starring ball caricatures representing various countries. Countryballs: The Polandball Game not only recreates many jokes from the source material, but also features seventeen new comics made especially for the game. You play as your chosen ball. Like in other endless runner games, the character constantly moves to the right side of the screen, and your task is to react to the obstacles you encounter on your way. You can do that by e.g. changing the side of the road of jumping. Of course, in Countryballs: The Polandball Game there is no such thing as a final victory or completing all levels. The game goes on until you make a critical mistake, and your goal is to get the highest score possible. The game features online and personal player rankings.
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Hugo Retro: Zurück in der Mine
February 22, 2012
Arcade, Auto-runner, For Children, Singleplayer.
An attempt to refresh the legend of the popular Hugo troll, prepared with mobile device owners in mind. The game is a classic endless runner, in which our hero wanders through the galleries of an abandoned mine, avoiding monsters and collecting valuables he encounters along the way.
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Temple Run
August 4, 2011
Arcade, Auto-runner, Singleplayer.
Arcade production representing the endless runner species. In the game we play the adventurer who stole a cursed statue, which angered wild monkeys who wanted to regain their property. As a result, we have to flee as much strength in our legs as possible.
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Rayman Adventures
December 3, 2015
Arcade, 2D, Auto-runner, Platformers, Singleplayer.
A colorful 2D platformer that continues the long-standing game series developed by the Ubisoft company. At the same time, it is the third installment designed with mobile platforms in mind. The story of Rayman Adventures revolves around a sacred tree growing in the middle of a magic forest. When the ancient eggs that sustain the tree are stolen, the task of bringing them back falls on no one else than the brave Rayman. Accompanied by the fearless Viking warrior Barbara, he sets off on a perilous journey. The game revolves around collecting the eggs and using their special powers in appropriate moments. Similarly to the previous Rayman mobile games, this one too is an auto runner, although this time the gameplay bears more similarities to the full-fledged installments in the series (namely, Rayman Origins and Rayman Legends). As its predecessors, the game is powered by UbiArt Framework game engine.
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Nyan Cat: Lost In Space
May 12, 2011
Arcade, Auto-runner, Indie Games, Singleplayer.
Official game with the famous Nyan Catem in the lead role. Nyan Cat: Lost In Space is a production belonging to the genre of dexterity endless runners, in which we manage a cat known for its Internet memes. Our goal is to score as many points as possible by collecting food and milk and bypassing enemies.
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Moto Rider GO: Highway Traffic
November 30, 2016
Racing, Auto-runner, Arcade Elements, Motorbike, Polish, Singleplayer.
Endless runner production, in which the player takes on the role of a motorcyclist - his main task is to drive on the selected bike as long as possible. Production offers special challenges and network scoreboards where you can boast of your achievements.
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Into the Dead
December 6, 2012
Action, Auto-runner, FPP, Singleplayer, Free-to-play, Zombie.
Hybrid first-person action game and endless runner production, in which the player-controlled hero hits the territory controlled by living corpses. The task set for him is to stay alive for as long as possible, and his realization is possible thanks to the tools of murder obtained in the course of the struggle.
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Sonic Forces: Speed Battle
November 2, 2017
Racing, Auto-runner, Internet, Multiplayer, 3D Platformers, Sonic, TPP, Free-to-play.
Sonic Forces: Speed Battle is a mobile game that combines traits of a racing game and a runner action game. Four players are running through tracks that are filled with obstacles, traps and useful items. Whoever reaches the finish line first is the winner.
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Rodeo Stampede: Sky Zoo Safari
June 22, 2016
Arcade, Auto-runner, Singleplayer, Free-to-play.
A free mobile game developed by Featherweight Games, the creators of Skiing Yeti Mountain. In Rodeo Stampede: Sky Zoo Safari, the player assumes the role of a rodeo champion whose job is to ride different kinds of animals and manage his own zoo. Therefore, we travel around the world to catch creatures that live in savanna. Our main goal is to get the highest possible scores by riding animals. While playing, we have to incessantly jump on running creatures, including buffaloes, gorillas and even birds. In the air, you have to tap your finger into the screen at the right moment to catch your “prey”. If we manage to stay on its back for a few seconds, the animal goes to our zoo. The game also features management elements since our zoo has to be managed and developed. Rodeo Stampede: Sky Zoo Safari is distinguished by cartoonish graphic style presented in an isometric view.
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Looney Tunes Dash!
October 12, 2014
Arcade, Auto-runner, Animated TV Series, Singleplayer, Free-to-play.
Endless runner created by Zynga based on a series of popular cartoons from the series Crazy melodies. While playing, we play Bugs Bunny, Strusia Pedziwiatra and Daffy Duck, who have to flee from Elmer Fudd, Yosemite Sam and others.
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The Hunger Games: Catching Fire - Panem Run
November 21, 2013
Arcade, Auto-runner, Movies, Books, Science Fiction, Singleplayer, TPP, Free-to-play.
Accompanying the promotion of the film Death Games: In the Ring of Fire arcade game in the convention of a classic endless runner. In the game, we run away from the security agents, traversing the world's districts with the Lord and bypassing obstacles scattered along the route.
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Radical Rappelling
October 13, 2014
Arcade, Auto-runner, Singleplayer, Free-to-play.
Arcade game from the category of endless runners, in which we play a pair of high mountain climbers, escaping from the stream of lava falling from the top. During the game we have to be able to slide down the ropes, avoiding traps and dangers lurking on our way.
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Mr Jump
March 19, 2015
Arcade, 2D, Auto-runner, Indie Games, Platformers, Singleplayer.
An inconspicuous but quite difficult 2D mobile arcade game by 1Button. Mechanics-wise, Mr Jump is an endless runner platformer. The protagonist constantly runs forwards and your task is to jump from platform to platform (the longer you hold the button, the higher the jump). Your goal is to reach the end of a level, which is made more difficult by various dangers, such as precipices and traps. As an additional challenge, there are no checkpoints, so just one mistake means that you have to start over. The game features 12 expansive levels with varied trap layouts and audiovisual elements, even though the latter are quite minimalist.
Vector 2
May 18, 2016
Arcade, Auto-runner, Parkour, Platformers, Science Fiction, Side-scroll, Singleplayer.
Continuation of the original auto-run platformer that was the first major success of Russian independent studio Nekki. Plot of Vector 2 continues the storyline of the original and takes us back to the dreary world of the future, in which the eye of Big Brother keeps track of all actions of the people. Protagonist known from the first installment was eventually captured by security forces, but, instead of killing him, they decided to use his skills to test some new equipment in a secret research facility. In comparison with the original, game mechanics have not changed significantly and the gameplay boils down to overcoming successive levels with gradually learned parkour tricks. This time, however, individual levels are procedurally generated and each death is final. The game features also completely new locations and enemies, new types of obstacles and pitfalls, as well as a large set of additional gadgets to unlock.
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Rayman Jungle Run
September 18, 2012
Arcade, 2D, Auto-runner, Platformers, Singleplayer.
Spin-off of a popular platformer with Rayman in the lead role, which debuted first on mobile devices. In this part of the game we travel through 70 fabulously colorful levels, located in 7 different worlds, and the aim of the game is to get the best possible result on each of them.
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Gravity Guy
December 8, 2010
Arcade, 2D, Auto-runner, Multiplayer, Platformers, Singleplayer.
A simple platform game of the endless runner genre. In the game we play the role of a fugitive escaping from agents, who, thanks to his abilities, can turn gravity at any time. Thanks to this, our hero easily overcomes obstacles appearing on the ground or ceiling.
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iStunt 2
March 4, 2011
Arcade, 2D, Auto-runner, Singleplayer, Snowboard, Free-to-play.
The second installment of the crazy arcade game, popular on mobile devices. We play the role of a fearless snowboarder, and our task is to overcome dozens of demanding and obstructed trails.
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Mini Ninjas Mobile
March 6, 2013
Arcade, Auto-runner, Arcade Elements, Ninja, Singleplayer.
Mobile version of Mini Ninjas from 2009, realized in the form of a dexterity endless runner. In the game we play four miniature ninja warriors with different skills and go through stages, bypassing obstacles and fighting with encountered enemies. The aim of the game is to retrieve the stolen artifact from the hands of a sinister sorcerer.
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Pac-Man 256
August 19, 2015
Arcade, Auto-runner, Singleplayer, Isometric View, Free-to-play.
This arcade, endless-runner game brings a continuation to the long-standing, iconic Pac-Man series. Pac-Man 256 is a free-to-play title with microtransactions. The game was created by Hipster Whale - an external developer standing behind production of the popular game Crossy Road, based on similar mechanics. In Pac-Man 256, the player takes control of the titular creature running from a deadly glitch, which appeared first in the original Pac-Man game that came out back in 1980 (in the original game, the glitch attacked Pac-Man once the player had reached level 256). When exploring the endless maze, the protagonist eats yellow dots, not only avoiding the glitch chasing him, but also running from colorful ghosts the fans of the franchise are definitely familiar with. The player's goal here is to score as many points as possible before dying. Similar to Hipster Whale's previous game, Pac-Man 256 features a massive number of bonuses to be unlocked. The game is played from isometric view, following the pattern of the original Pac-Man, which was released 35 years earlier.
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Super Meat Boy Forever
December 23, 2020
Arcade, 2D, Auto-runner, Indie Games, Platformers, Side-scroll, Singleplayer.
Super Meat Boy: Forever is a spin-off of the Super Meat Boy series developed by Team Meat. Once again, we get a 2D game where action is presented from a side-scrolling perspective. This time, however, we do not have full control over the titular character. He continuously runs ahead, we can only help him avoid all sorts of traps and obstacles. We will also have fight with powerful bosses every once in a while. In addition to single player, the game offers the so-called Endless mode where we have to run as far as possible and survive as long as possible. Our score is then published in online rankings when we can compare our times with the achievements of other players. The game has cartoonish visuals and lots of dark humor in it. Super Meat Boy: Forever has many references to other games, i.e. unlockable characters from various indie productions.
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Jetpack Joyride
September 1, 2011
Arcade, 2D, Auto-runner, Indie Games, PS Plus Premium, Singleplayer, Free-to-play.
A browser-based casual arcade game in which we play the role of a hero trying to escape with a jet backpack from a secret laboratory. The character will automatically move to the right side of the screen all the time, and our interaction is limited to controlling the jet backpack. The difficulty results from the fact that along the way there are a lot of obstacles waiting for us, with which encountering ends in death.
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Magic Mansion
August 24, 2016
Arcade, 2D, Auto-runner, Platformers, Singleplayer.
A two-dimensional retro platformer game which is available free of charge on mobile platforms. The advertisements that are present in-game can be switched off with a single micropayment. In Magic Mansion, we assume the role of a character that tries to reach the top of a grand tower. The production offers a considerable set of various heroes, many of whom come from previous games from Nitrome. The character we control moves forward automatically, and the controls are limited to jumping, triggered by tapping the screen. We have to wait for the right moment to jump so that we can overcome obstacles and defeat enemies. The change of direction occurs when we hit a safe obstacle. Magic Mansion is an endless runner, which means that the game has no end — the subsequent levels are generated automatically and our goal is to break records, both the ones we set as well as those set by other players. On our way, we also collect coins that let us continue playing from the very same spot, should we make a mistake, instead of starting from the beginning. Magic Mansion features two-dimensional, black and white retro graphics.
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Evil Dead: Endless Nightmare
September 6, 2016
Action, Auto-runner, Movies, FPP, FPS, Horror, Singleplayer, Shooters.
Hybrid of the first person shooter and endless runner, embedded in the universe of cult films Evil Dead. Boomdash Digital (known, among others, from Bubble Raider) is responsible for creating this title.
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Wormster Dash
January 12, 2018
Arcade, 2D, Auto-runner, Experimental/artistic, Indie Games, Platformers, Singleplayer.
An auto-runner, in which we assume the role of a brave man chased by a monster. The game features the side-view, from which we need to take the shortest paths to the goal, avoid numerous traps, and destroy obstacles which can stop the hero.
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Golem Rage
April 13, 2018
Arcade, 2.5D, Auto-runner, Beat 'em Up, Side-scroll, Singleplayer.
A mix of a brawler and an auto-runner, in which we assume control of the titular golem. During the game, the hero runs towards the right side of the screen, while our task is to avoid traps and take care of the incoming enemies.
Into the Dead 3
TBA
Action, Auto-runner, FPP, Indie Games, Post-apocalypse, Singleplayer, Zombie.
The third installment in the series of FPP endless runners, in which we fight for survival in a world overrun by the living dead. Into the Dead 3, the action of which takes place ten years after the events of the second installment of the series, is the work of PikPok, which takes care of the brand.
Aerial_Knights Never Yield
May 19, 2021
Arcade, 2.5D, Auto-runner, Indie Games, Platformers, Science Fiction, Side-scroll, Singleplayer.
Auto runner made in the form of dynamic platformer. The main character of Aerial_Knights Never Yield is Wally, who, fighting for his future and the whole futuristic Detroit, has to outsmart his enemies, bending ahead, avoiding obstacles and avoiding confrontation.
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Escape Doodland
November 30, 2018
Arcade, 2D, Auto-runner, Crowdfunding, Indie Games, Platformers, Polish, Singleplayer.
A two-dimensional platformer created by a two-person team of Polish developers, in which we move to the comic world of scribbles, taken directly from school notebooks. Players take on the role of one of several characters and run away from a monster called Omnomus.
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Bit.Trip ReRunner
September 19, 2023
Arcade, 2.5D, Auto-runner, Indie Games, Platformers, Remaster/remake, Rhythm, Side-scroll, Singleplayer.
A remastered, content-enhanced edition of an acclaimed 2011 rhythm platformer. Bit.Trip ReRunner tasks us with avoiding traps and obstacles to the rhythm of the music through over 150 stages. The game features an expansive level editor.
Salaam
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Arcade, Auto-runner, Experimental/artistic, Games for Impact, Indie Games, Singleplayer, TPP.
An endless runner game in which we play the role of a war refugee fleeing from his persecutors and other dangers. Lual Mayen is behind the development of Salaam, and the source of inspiration for the author were his own experiences.
Crash Bandicoot: On the Run!
February 16, 2023, End of Life
Arcade, 2.5D, Auto-runner, Internet, Multiplayer, Singleplayer, TPP, Free-to-play.
Mobile spin-off of platform games series with Crash Bandicoot. King game is an auto runner similar to Super Mario Run, but with bosses and items known from the main part of the cycle.
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RAZED
February 16, 2023, End of Life
Arcade, Auto-runner, Indie Games, 3D Platformers, Singleplayer, TPP.
A mix of a platformer and racing game, in which we drive through varied levels to reach the end as fast as possible.
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Don-Ay: Pet Rescue
February 16, 2023, End of Life
Arcade, 2D, Auto-runner, Simulation Elements, Side-scroll, Singleplayer, Animals.
Unusual game, which is a combination of a simulator dealing with an animal with an endless runner platformer. The production has a micropayment system, thanks to which money is collected to help animals in the real world.
Asphalt Overdrive
February 16, 2023, End of Life
Racing, Auto-runner, Internet, Multiplayer, Singleplayer, Social Networking, Free-to-play.
Spin-off version of the popular mobile racing series Asphalt, which is a departure from the previous formula of the game. The title combines elements of arcade races with elements of the endless runner genre, in which our vehicle moves spontaneously and the role of the player is limited to changing lanes to avoid obstacles and perform spectacular cascading evolutions.
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SpongeBob: Sponge on the Run
February 16, 2023, End of Life
Arcade, Auto-runner, Casual, For Children, Singleplayer.
An arcade endless runner game based on the popular animated TV series titled SpongeBob SquarePants. The game is one of the popular productions accompanying the full-length movie about SpongeBob. The gameplay mechanics revolve around controlling the continuously running SpongeBob in an attempt to cover the longest distance possible on the procedurally generated map comprising three tracks filled with diverse obstacles and numerous collectibles. In order to achieve the best score, the player can evolve SpongeBob into his more powerful version or utilize a number of vehicles (e.g. Patrick’s burger car). Unlike most so-called endless runner games, the procedurally generated levels have an end – it is represented by a portal, which takes the player to another land, where they can continue the game. SpongeBob: Sponge on the Run delivers a pleasant 3D visuals, which follow the humoristic style featured in the animated TV series.
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Touchdown Hero
February 16, 2023, End of Life
Arcade, Auto-runner, American Football, Singleplayer.
A 2D runner arcade game by Polish studio Cherry Pick Games, featuring an American football theme. You participate in a game and try to score as many touchdowns as you can. It's not an easy task, as the whole opposing team is trying to knock you over, and their numbers and persistence increase with every round. You goal is to get a high score to earn you the first place in the online ranking. As you win more and more games, you unlock new costumes for your player. The game features an old-school style, which looks excellent on smartphones and tablets.
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RAD Boarding
February 16, 2023, End of Life
Arcade, Auto-runner, Arcade Elements, Singleplayer, Snowboard.
RAD Boarding is a mobile endless runner game developed by Other Ocean Interactive. We take the role of a snowboarder who runs away from a stream of lava. In terms od mechanics, RAD Boarding resembles many other endless runner games. To achieve victory, we have to precisely control our hero in order to allow him to get the highest rebound force and speed possible. We get more speed as we slide from the top of the mountain and jump as soon as we can in order to execute spectacular stunts and collect golden coins scattered around the map. We spend them to unlock various upgrades and power-ups that make the game a bit easier. The game has spectacular visuals full of colors and special effects.
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Down the Mountain
February 16, 2023, End of Life
Arcade, Auto-runner, Indie Games, Singleplayer, Isometric View.
An arcade game from the endless runner genre, developed by the independent studio Umbrella. The protagonist runs down a crumbling, randomly generated hill and he must stay alive by performing as many moves as possible. However, this is hindered not only by various traps, but also animals and drivers that cross our way. Our actions are constantly rated with points, and the stars that we collect throughout the game can be used to unlock more than 60 additional characters. Down of the Mountain uses isometric view with simple but good-looking visuals. The game is distributed as free-to-play title.
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Mega Run: Redford's Adventure
February 16, 2023, End of Life
Arcade, 2D, Auto-runner, Indie Games, Platformers, Singleplayer.
Colourful 2D platformer, classified in the category of endless runners. We play the role of a nice red creature, who sets out to rescue his siblings, kidnapped by a mysterious monster. The game boils down to jumping over obstacles as well as the chasm and neutralizing creatures circulating on the platforms. During the game we also collect coins and precious stones.
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Sky Punks
February 16, 2023, End of Life
Arcade, Auto-runner, Science Fiction, Singleplayer.
Sky Punks is a mobile endless racing game developed by Rovio, creators of Angry Birds. It is a free-to-play game with optional microtransactions. The game's setting is a unique science fiction universe were people live along many humanoid races. In Sky Punks, we will use GlideWings to race on dangerous race tracks. Our vehicle automatically flies onward, we can only switch its position between one of the three lanes. The tracks are filled with many obstacles, like chasms or enemies. We will also find collectible items there, like power-ups, coins which we can use to buy new vehicles and upgrade them. As we progress, we will unlock new playable characters. Maps are generated procedurally and last as long as we can stay on track. Our goal is to get as many points as possible.
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Lara Croft: Relic Run
February 16, 2023, End of Life
Arcade, Auto-runner, Adventure Elements, Singleplayer, TPP.
A mobile arcade game from the endless runner subgenre, created by studio Simutronis. It allows you to become Lara Croft – the protagonist of the cult Tomb Raider series. Just like many similar titles, Lara Croft: Relic Run doesn’t contain a rich storyline – it just allows you to control the eponymous character during her numerous adventures in search of precious artifacts. In the game Lara automatically runs ahead and your task is to command her to jump, slide or change direction at the right moment with gestures. Apart from that, there are many combat sequences, both with common enemies and mighty bosses (like a Tyrannosaurus). Sometimes you can also show your acrobatic talent by running on the wall or doing some other evolutions in order to avoid various threats. The gameplay is also more attractive thanks to a simple character progression system, online leaderboards and well recreated atmosphere of the Tomb Raider series.
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Vector
February 16, 2023, End of Life
Arcade, Auto-runner, Indie Games, Internet, Multiplayer, Parkour, Platformers, Side-scroll, Singleplayer.
A dynamic platform endless runner in which we move to a totalitarian reality where citizens are constantly controlled by the authorities, and the only ones able to withstand oppression are parkoury runners. In the game we run away from the agents chasing us, using various breakneck stunts modelled on the real movements of the best parking spacecraft.
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Temple Run 2
February 16, 2023, End of Life
Arcade, Auto-runner, Singleplayer.
Full-fledged continuation of one of the biggest mobile hits. In production we again run away with the stolen figure, bypassing various obstacles and collecting gold on the way. The title can boast a significantly improved, compared to the first part, graphic design.
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