Run Sackboy! Run!

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"Run Sackboy! Run!" is a platformer game where you help Sackboy escape the Negativitron. The game boasts hilarious action, stunning graphics, and wonderful music, but is hindered by annoying ads and bugs. Despite its issues, the game provides an intriguing story and awesome game mechanics that fans of LittleBigPlanet will enjoy.

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Play Modes

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

87%

Audience ScoreBased on 8,060 reviews

graphics151 positive mentions

stability75 negative mentions

The game captures the charm and creativity of the LittleBigPlanet series, making it enjoyable for fans.
The graphics are impressive for a mobile game, providing a visually appealing experience.
The gameplay is fun and addictive, with a nostalgic feel that resonates with longtime fans of the franchise.

The game suffers from frequent glitches and crashes, making it frustrating to play.
Many users report issues with connecting to Facebook, preventing them from accessing promised rewards.
The gameplay can become repetitive, as players are forced to restart from the beginning after dying.

graphics
211 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
72%
27%
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Overall, the graphics of the game are widely praised, with many users noting their impressive quality and resemblance to console versions, particularly the Little Big Planet series. However, some players report issues with lag and performance on certain devices, which detracts from the visual experience. Despite these concerns, the game's aesthetic appeal and detailed design are frequently highlighted as standout features.
- “The graphics are beautiful, the controls are responsive and easy to master, and the gameplay is amazing!”
- “Amazing graphics, looks just like the PlayStation game.”
- “The graphics are superb, gameplay is simple yet intuitive, and Sackboy and his 'crafty' world are as charming as ever.”
- “The graphics are fine but very limited control of your sackboy, making it hard to collect stickers and explore the land the way you want.”
- “It's an okay game but it doesn't have a reset button, it doesn't support widescreen, and the graphics are outdated. Even on my budget phone, I can tell it's outdated, but it's still fun to play.”
- “I played with graphics set to low, and I still had very bad lagging at times, and this app drains the battery.”
stability
80 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
6%
94%
The game suffers from significant stability issues, with numerous users reporting frequent glitches, freezes, and crashes that hinder gameplay. While many find the game enjoyable, the overwhelming presence of technical problems has led to frustration and dissatisfaction, prompting calls for urgent fixes. Overall, the stability of the game is a major concern, impacting the overall experience for players.
- “Looks and runs great.”
- “I play this game on PS Vita and there are no glitches.”
- “I really loved it; no glitches or lag. It's the best game I've ever played.”
- “The game is overall fun, but it's just so full of glitches!”
- “It constantly freezes and crashes right from the start.”
- “Every time I try to play, it freezes and it also tells me the app has stopped... I would really love to play more than I have.”
gameplay
52 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is generally described as fun and addictive, with simple mechanics that are easy to master, though some players find it repetitive and lacking in diversity. While the graphics are praised, issues such as lag, glitches, and crashes detract from the overall experience for some users. Overall, the game captures the charm of the LittleBigPlanet series, but it struggles with technical performance and content variety.
- “Absolutely love the game, the graphics are awesome, the gameplay is simple but not boring, the music makes me happy and last but not least; as I never had a PlayStation but always adored seeing friends play Little Big Planet on their console, I always hoped something like this would come out for mobile!”
- “The graphics are beautiful, the controls are responsive and easy to master, and the gameplay is amazing!”
- “Really hard to put down... this will definitely put a huge grin on your face, great gameplay, charming soundtrack and captures all that was cool about LBP 1 & 2.”
- “Barely any diversity of cosmetics and gameplay, three sequences that get reskinned to be harder, and worst of all, nearly all of the content either requires hours of grinding or microtransactions.”
- “Unfortunately, the gameplay is very dull.”
- “The game is very repetitive and the gameplay is just jumping and collecting.”
music
44 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
52%
41%
7%
The music in the game is widely praised for its nostalgic value and cheerful melodies, reminiscent of the original Little Big Planet series. While players enjoy the soundtrack and its ability to enhance the gaming experience, some have reported issues with music not playing consistently and difficulties in adjusting volume settings. Overall, the music is considered a highlight, contributing significantly to the game's charm and enjoyment.
- “Absolutely love the game, the graphics are awesome, the gameplay is simple but not boring, the music makes me happy and last but not least; as I never had a PlayStation but always adored seeing friends play Little Big Planet on their console, I always hoped something like this would come out for mobile!”
- “I love this game so much, I'm glad you've brought all the classic LBP soundtracks, it brings back so much nostalgia!”
- “The nostalgia I got from playing this endless mini game is just epic, you use everything from the same music that I love to the same stickers and art, it feels like I am playing an LBP mini game on my PlayStation.”
- “The first thing is that occasionally when starting a run or going to a new world, the music won't play.”
- “Don't get me wrong, I love this app, but there's a glitch where you can't hear the music. Please fix it!”
- “I have noticed that muting music doesn't appear to work correctly, and getting into a new level causes the music to play and jitter.”
monetization
36 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
33%
50%
The monetization aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the lack of aggressive microtransactions and ads, particularly in the PS Vita version, while others criticize the excessive presence of ads and the reliance on in-app purchases for content. Many users express frustration over the grind required to unlock features and the accidental activation of purchases, suggesting a preference for a straightforward purchase model without in-app transactions. Overall, while some find the monetization acceptable, others feel it detracts from the gaming experience.
- “Great fun, purchased the game and doesn't have any microtransactions.”
- “While the game does have in-app purchases, it doesn't shove a bill up in your face.”
- “In-game purchases are completely optional and not needed, which is very important.”
- “Barely any diversity of cosmetics and gameplay, three sequences that get reskinned to be harder, and worst of all, nearly all of the content either requires hours of grinding or microtransactions.”
- “I really wish Sony would invest in us, rather than use the psychology of in-app purchases to attempt to get us to pay.”
- “'Free' on Android means one of two things: decent game ruined by excessive and intrusive advertising, or 'freemium', meaning the game is technically free, but you're forced to pay for pretty much anything that makes the game 'complete'.”
story
31 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
32%
58%
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The reviews highlight a strong desire for a more developed story mode in the game, with many users expressing nostalgia for the narrative elements present in previous titles. While the game is praised for its graphics and engaging missions, players feel that the lack of a customizable story experience limits its potential. Overall, there is a consensus that adding a dedicated story mode and more character customization options would significantly enhance the gaming experience.
- “I just wish it had a bit more of the things we like about LittleBigPlanet, such as customizable characters, user-created levels, and a story mode.”
- “Great but needs more features like a story mode, switching from run/story modes, and more uses for stickers. Make it an actual LittleBigPlanet game.”
- “This is a cool game but they should add a story mode for this.”
- “Why can't you choose your own story? The game just runs.”
- “Where is the story?”
- “I would have liked if the missions were different.”
humor
23 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is widely appreciated, with many users finding it both funny and adorable, contributing to an enjoyable gameplay experience. Players describe the game as entertaining and amusing, often highlighting its quirky elements and humorous name. Overall, the humor adds a lighthearted charm that resonates well with fans.
- “Interesting game....most funny and easy to play.”
- “So funny and adorable to play if you're into funny things; if you don't like it, you don't exist!”
- “It's so fun and funny.”
optimization
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the game's optimization has received mixed reviews, with many players experiencing issues such as stuttering and lag on various devices, particularly older or mid-range models. While some users report smooth performance and good graphics, others highlight the need for better optimization to enhance gameplay across a wider range of devices. Frequent requests for updates to address these performance issues indicate that optimization remains a significant concern for the player base.
- “For a large app, it is also very responsive and optimized.”
- “Super fun game, love the little big planet games and have been looking for this game for a long time and finally found it, fun with really good graphics, runs smoothly on my Note 4.”
- “Works pretty well on my OnePlus One, but performance could be a little better optimized.”
- “Game is great, reminds me a lot of my childhood, but it doesn't support the latest version of Android, leading to performance issues.”
- “This game is fun, but for some reason it keeps on stuttering while I'm in a level.”
- “Stupid laggy unoptimized excuse of a game!”
emotional
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players express a deep emotional connection to the game, often reminiscing about their childhood experiences and the nostalgia it evokes. The music is particularly highlighted as a powerful trigger for feelings of joy and sadness, with many reviewers noting that it brings them to tears in a positive way. Overall, the game resonates strongly on an emotional level, creating a profound impact on its audience.
- “And it almost made me cry because I remember playing it on my PS3 at 5 years old, and it brings back so many memories.”
- “This game is my childhood. If I had a dollar every time I cried about the music, I'd be rich; it's so good!”
- “I love the game; it makes me want to cry.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players express frustration with the grinding aspect of the game, noting a lack of diversity in cosmetics and gameplay, as well as repetitive content that necessitates extensive grinding or reliance on microtransactions. The experience becomes particularly tedious after unlocking certain items, leading to a high frequency of uninteresting rewards.
- “Barely any diversity of cosmetics and gameplay; three sequences that get reskinned to be harder, and worst of all, nearly all of the content either requires hours of grinding or microtransactions.”
- “This really pissed me off because that's the whole reason I was farming in the game for so long.”
- “However, I have noticed that once you unlock the aviator costume, 95% of chests contain bubbles, and it becomes really tedious to get anything good from them.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is praised for its endless replay value, with players expressing a desire for more variety, such as additional costumes and customizable clothing, to enhance the experience further. However, there is a wish for mobile compatibility to increase accessibility and enjoyment.
- “Great game with endless replay value.”
- “And I hope in future updates they'll add more variety, such as more costumes and customizable clothing, to increase the replay value, which I love in these types of games.”
- “I hope in future updates they'll add more variety, such as more costumes and customizable clothing, to increase the replay value, which I love in these types of games.”
- “The game lacks enough content to keep me coming back; once you've completed it, there's not much incentive to replay.”
- “After finishing the main storyline, I found little reason to dive back in, as the side quests felt repetitive and uninspired.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is praised for its engaging atmosphere and attention to detail, complemented by responsive controls that enhance the overall experience.
- “This game has a nice atmosphere and details, and the controls are pretty responsive.”