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BIT.TRIP RUNNER

Rhythm platformer built around precise jumps and a reactive soundtrack

Gaijin Games, Choice Provisions · Released Feb 28, 2011

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Reviews
Very Positive
86% of 3,952
Recent reviews
Not enough recent
Playing now
1
right now
Steam Deck
Unsupported
Last update
Unknown
no patch notes found

What is BIT.TRIP RUNNER?

A single-player, pixel-art runner where the character moves automatically through side-scrolling levels. You time jumps, slides, and kicks to get past obstacles while your actions add sounds to the music.

For you if...

  • +you like timing platformer moves to chiptune music
  • +you enjoy mastering levels through repeated attempts
  • +you prefer single-player arcade games with pixel art

Not for you if...

  • you dislike replaying long levels after one mistake
  • you prefer forgiving platforming over precise timing

What players say

86% of 3,952 reviews are positive

Players praise the chiptune music, responsive controls, and how their actions build the soundtrack. Their most common complaint is that difficult later levels have no checkpoints, forcing them to repeat long sections after a mistake.

Screenshots and trailer

BIT.TRIP RUNNER

BIT.TRIP RUNNER system requirements

As published by the developer.

Minimum

OS
Windows XP SP3
Processor
2.0+ GHz
Memory
512 MB
Storage
100 MB

PC version details

DRM, required accounts, controller support and Steam features.

DRM
None declared on Steam
Controller
Full controller support
Platforms
Windows, macOS
Achievements
26
Steam features
Cloud saves, Family Sharing, Trading cards

Steam Deck: Unsupported

  • Not supported on SteamOS

Multiplayer and co-op

Languages

Text only: English.

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