Run

Run is a browser-based platform runner created by Joseph Cloutier in 2008. You control a small alien sprinting through a tubular course suspended in space, hopping over missing tiles and, uniquely, "flipping" gravity whenever you step onto a wall or ceiling. Levels get faster and more complex as you progress, and falling off instantly restarts the current level. It originally launched in Flash and has been played millions of times until today. Run remains popular for mostly gravity-shifting mechanics. This simple but brilliant idea made the game stand out when it first launched in 2008, and it continues to inspire new platformer games today. Many obstacle course games were influenced by Run, with fans recreating the gravity mechanic in their own styles, levels, and even full spin-off games. The Run's impact goes beyond nostalgia, and it helped shape a whole sub-genre of physics-bending platformers.

Controls

• Move: Left/Right Arrow or A/D
• Jump: Up Arrow, W, or Spacebar
• Pause: P

Adventure Mode

Pick Adventure Mode and progress through levels one after another. Each level has a set path with increasing gaps and curves. Complete one tunnel to unlock the next. You can go back to one of the unlocked levels in the main menu.

Gravity Flips

Whenever you run up a wall or onto the ceiling, gravity reorients so you stick there. Use these flips to avoid holes in the floor or ceiling. You can sprint sideways, then jump to the ceiling or back to the floor, chaining flips to avoid the widening holes.

Gaps appear faster as you advance through levels. Jump early to clear wide holes, or flip onto a wall mid-air to continue running. If you fall off the path and you respawn at the current level.

Set Speed Fast

Choose normal or fast speed from the menu before starting. Fast makes the Run even more difficult. In contrast, normal setting makes the game a bit more casual.

Developer

Run was created by Joseph Cloutier as a Flash classic and now playable with emulators.

Other Runner Games You'll Love

If you enjoy Run's flipping gravity, try Run 3D with 3d visuals, more levels, new obstacles, and an expanded gravity system. It keeps the same core feel but adds character customization options and new challenges that will push your parkour skills to the limit.