Heads Run

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Heads Run is a single player arcade platformer game. It was developed by kass_stwa and was released on January 11, 2018. It received positive reviews from players.

"Heads Run" is a fast-paced 2D platformer where players must navigate through a dangerous dungeon filled with traps and enemies. The game features instant-death mechanics and is unified with four colors. A free soundtrack is available on Soundcloud. Players must think and act quickly to survive in this challenging and frenetic title.

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Single-Player

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81%

Audience ScoreBased on 26 reviews

music2 positive mentions

stability1 negative mentions

Fast-paced and challenging gameplay that appeals to fans of precision platformers.
Unique wall mechanic adds an interesting layer to the gameplay, enhancing the overall experience.
Visually appealing with a catchy soundtrack, creating an engaging atmosphere for players.

Controls can feel overly tight and imprecise, leading to frustrating gameplay experiences.
Visual clutter and unclear hazards can detract from the gameplay, making it difficult to navigate levels.
Lack of difficulty options and control remapping can hinder accessibility for some players.

gameplay
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
34%
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Gameplay is described as a mix of frustration and unique mechanics, with some players finding the fast-paced timer and certain mechanics, like the grapple and wall mechanics, to be problematic. While the game starts off easy and introduces mechanics smoothly, issues with specific controls can detract from the overall experience, leading to mixed feelings about its enjoyment.
- “It is a unique mechanic, and while it takes some getting used to, adds another layer to the gameplay.”
- “It starts off really easy as it introduces you to the various play mechanics and there is a nice smooth curve throughout the game.”
- “Super Meat Boy comes to mind, but this game is much faster, with an air dash mechanic.”
- “I played it for about 3/4 of an hour and made it to level 34, but became too annoyed by the poor game mechanics.”
- “Second, the wall mechanic in this game is a bit odd.”
- “I would honestly love this game so much if they fixed the grapple mechanic; I'm not sure if it was intentional, but it ruined the game for me.”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's graphics are praised for their gorgeous visuals and unique art style, enhancing the overall experience, especially for platforming and speedrunning. However, some players find the aesthetic overwhelming at times, leading to visibility issues that can result in frustrating gameplay moments.
- “Fantastic and amazing little game! I really love playing it; the visuals and layout of the levels are so gorgeous. It's really rewarding to speedrun. I can't recommend this enough if you like platformers.”
- “It also has an interesting art style that combines with the rest to create an enjoyable experience.”
- “The aesthetic is pretty cool and adds to the game, creating a unique atmosphere.”
- “The art style, while adding to the game, also has its drawbacks with its limited color palette, which often results in dying to things that could have been avoided if they were visually clearer.”
- “The graphics feel outdated and lack the detail expected from modern games, making the overall experience less immersive.”
- “Character models are poorly designed and lack the polish that would make them stand out in today's gaming landscape.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music in the game is described as simple yet catchy, complementing the appealing aesthetic and fluid design. While the overall soundscape is enjoyable, players suggest that those who are not fans of platformers may want to reconsider playing.
- “I really like the aesthetic of the game; it looks nice, is fluid, and the soundtrack is simple but catchy.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users express frustration with stability issues in the game, particularly highlighting that the grapple mechanic can freeze players in place for an excessive duration of five seconds, disrupting the fast-paced gameplay.
- “A fast-paced platformer should not have a grapple that freezes you in place for 5 seconds.”