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Rain Runner

100%Game Brain Score
music, gameplay
graphics
100% User Score Based on 52 reviews

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About

"Rain Runner" is a speedrunning FPS where you only use your mouse to run, shoot, and dash through challenging platforms in 25 handcrafted levels. With no checkpoints or pauses, the game features Steam Leaderboards, original music, and cool achievements, challenging you to beat it in one sitting. The game features fast-paced action, constant movement, and annoying meta-dialogues from the developer, SkyBrave.

Rain Runner screenshot
Rain Runner screenshot
Rain Runner screenshot
Rain Runner screenshot

100%
Audience ScoreBased on 52 reviews
music2 positive mentions

  • Fast-paced gameplay with a fun and challenging core loop that keeps players engaged.
  • Highly addictive with infinite replayability due to leaderboards and time trials.
  • Great retro aesthetic and soundtrack that enhances the overall experience.
  • The game is too short, with a typical playtime of around 20 minutes, leading some to question its value.
  • Physical strain reported by players, such as hand pain from extended play sessions.
  • Some players experienced technical issues, like breaking their mouse during gameplay.
  • music
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game has received high praise for its engaging "synthy" soundtrack, which complements the retro aesthetic and enhances the fast-paced gameplay. Reviewers noted that the soundtrack significantly contributes to the overall enjoyment of the game.

    • “I was very impressed with the core gameplay loop and soundtrack.”
    • “The retro aesthetic/theme, the 'synthy' soundtrack, the levels, and especially the fast-paced gameplay!”
  • gameplay
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is characterized as an incredibly addictive and fast-paced platformer, featuring engaging mechanics and a retro aesthetic complemented by a synth-inspired soundtrack. Players appreciate the dynamic levels that enhance the overall experience.

    • “One hell of an addicting fast-paced platformer with neat mechanics.”
    • “The retro aesthetic/theme, the 'synthy' soundtrack, the levels, and especially the fast-paced gameplay!”
  • replayability
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players highlight that the presence of a leaderboard contributes to infinite replayability, encouraging them to continually improve their scores and compete against others.

    • “The leaderboard offers infinite replayability.”
    • “The leaderboard provides endless opportunities for replayability.”
    • “Competing on the leaderboard ensures that the game never gets old.”
  • graphics
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics are characterized by a retro aesthetic that complements the game's fast-paced gameplay and synth-inspired soundtrack, creating a nostalgic yet engaging visual experience.

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