RUN! GRANDPA! RUN!

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"RUN! GRANDPA! RUN!" is a fast-paced, endless runner game where you help Grandpa escape from a haunted retirement home. Use various abilities and power-ups to evade obstacles, defeat enemies, and collect coins. Compete with friends on the leaderboard and unlock new characters for added replayability.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

74%

Audience ScoreBased on 46 reviews

graphics3 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

The game is surprisingly fun and offers a unique premise with engaging gameplay.
Graphics are decent and the game has a charming aesthetic that appeals to a wide audience.
It's a good challenge for speedrunners and can provide a memorable experience, especially at a discounted price.

The game frequently crashes, often every few minutes, which significantly detracts from the overall experience.
There are no in-game settings, achievements, or options to adjust controls, making it feel unpolished.
Levels tend to be repetitive and lack a sense of progression, leading to a feeling of monotony.

gameplay
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some praising its phenomenal quality and emotional impact, while others criticize the lack of polish and the twitchy controls that can make timing jumps challenging. Overall, players appreciate the engaging experience but feel it could benefit from more levels and unlockables for the price.
- “Absolutely phenomenal gameplay, dazzling graphics, life-changing, emotional, amazing storyline, heartwarming. 12/10 would recommend. This game brought back my happiness that I lost years ago.”
- “The gameplay is surprisingly decent, and I was able to finish the game in an hour or so.”
- “For the asking price, one would expect more polish and overall quality and gameplay elements like levels or unlockables.”
- “The gameplay controls are way too twitchy.”
- “It was a bit challenging because of the timing for jumps, which is far better than when the game is hard due to poorly implemented mechanics.”
graphics
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are described as both stunning and realistic, with some users praising their charm and emotional impact. However, there are criticisms regarding bugs, lack of polish, and low-quality visuals in certain areas, suggesting a mixed reception overall. While some players find the graphics dazzling and life-changing, others feel they fall short, indicating a need for improvement.
- “The graphics are insane and very realistic.”
- “It honestly is a fun and challenging game with really cute aesthetics.”
- “Absolutely phenomenal gameplay, dazzling graphics, life-changing, emotional, amazing storyline.”
- “The low poly graphics look bad and lazy, and are usually just a copout used when the developer simply isn't capable of better graphics.”
- “But, it honestly is a fun and challenging game with really cute aesthetics - it just needs more polish.”
music
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game has received mixed feedback; while some players appreciate the delightful and light soundtrack that enhances the gameplay experience, others have encountered issues such as music not looping properly and the inability to turn it off, leading to frustration. Additionally, technical problems on certain platforms may affect the overall audio experience.
- “The soundtrack is delightful, light, and makes you feel like you're shredding.”
- “I'm not sure if this is a problem with me running it with Proton on Linux, but while in-game, the music didn't seem to loop, so I only had music at the start of the game.”
- “You cannot turn off the music; it becomes annoying, but you can lower the volume from the PC.”
- “I couldn't fullscreen and couldn't hear any sound effects except for the music.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is generally well-received, with players finding it surprisingly funny and enjoyable, particularly appreciating quirky elements like a "grandpa in a rocket wheelchair." However, some users noted that technical issues, such as frame rate drops and crashes, detract from the overall experience.
- “Surprisingly funny.”
- “Very funny, a little bit hard and very challenging; grandpa in a rocket wheelchair is so cool! :D :D”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
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The story of the game is described as emotional and heartwarming, with a phenomenal and amazing storyline that significantly impacts players' lives, even providing a sense of hope and happiness during difficult times.
- “Absolutely phenomenal gameplay, dazzling graphics, life-changing, emotional, amazing storyline, heartwarming. 12/10 would recommend. This game brought back my happiness that I lost years ago.”
- “There is no story to speak of.”
- “The narrative is completely absent.”
- “The game lacks any meaningful storyline.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players express that the grinding in the game is excessively time-consuming, suggesting that it requires an unrealistic amount of effort, akin to needing a second life to complete it.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “The grinding feels endless and tedious.”
- “Grinding takes away from the enjoyment of the game.”
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The monetization strategy is likened to typical mobile games that rely heavily on aggressive advertising tactics, suggesting a potentially intrusive or frustrating experience for players.
- “This feels like one of those mobile games you would see in those jarring ads.”
- “The monetization is so aggressive that it ruins the overall experience.”
- “I can't believe how much they want you to spend just to enjoy the game.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted as profoundly impactful, with players praising its heartwarming story and ability to evoke strong feelings, even claiming it has positively influenced their mental health and well-being. Many users describe the experience as life-changing, recommending it highly for its emotional depth and uplifting narrative.
- “Absolutely phenomenal gameplay, dazzling graphics, life-changing, emotional, amazing storyline, heartwarming. This game brought back my happiness that I lost years ago.”
- “This game has an emotional depth that resonates with players on a personal level, making every moment feel impactful and meaningful.”
- “The story is incredibly moving, and the characters' journeys evoke a range of emotions that stay with you long after you've finished playing.”