RUNOUT

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The RunOut is a dynamic runner-platformer with logical puzzles. The main setting is the future. The game difficulty is between midcore and hardcore.

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+19

79%

Audience ScoreBased on 14 reviews

music3 positive mentions

graphics3 negative mentions

The game features a neat synthwave soundtrack that appeals to fans of the genre.
The pixel art style is decent, with particularly well-received cutscenes.
The gameplay offers challenging mechanics that test reflexes and patience, reminiscent of other hardcore platformers.

The autorunner design feels poorly implemented, making the level flow less rewarding compared to other platformers.
The game suffers from technical deficiencies, including lack of resolution options and uncustomizable controls, which can hinder the experience.
It appears to be a low-quality console port with many design compromises that negatively impact the overall gameplay experience.

graphics
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
17%
50%
The graphics of the game rely on outdated retro pixel art, which many users criticize for its low quality and lack of customization options, including resolution settings. While some players appreciate the pixel art style, particularly within the cyberpunk genre, the overall sentiment leans towards disappointment in the developers' choice to forego modern graphics in favor of nostalgia.
- “Also, I like the cyberpunk genre, pixel art style, and synthwave music very much.”
- “Graphics: pixel art is quite decent.”
- “A choice was made to use obsolete, decades-old retro pixel art as a substitute for contemporary PC graphics.”
- “There's no option to change the resolution for the game or customize the graphics settings.”
- “There's no way for gamers to try to improve the low-quality graphics.”
gameplay
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
20%
40%
The gameplay is highly praised for its engaging platform mechanics that seamlessly integrate into the game's setting. It features a runner-style format with elements of jumping, shooting, and puzzle-solving, providing a dynamic and enjoyable experience.
- “I love this gameplay!”
- “The platform mechanics fit perfectly into that setting.”
- “Gameplay: basically it's a runner with a couple of gimmicks.”
- “The gameplay consists of jumping, shooting, and solving puzzles.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
25%
The music in the game has received positive feedback, with many players appreciating the synthwave soundtrack and its fitting cyberpunk aesthetic. Reviewers find the soundtrack enjoyable and conducive to a relaxing gaming experience. Overall, the music enhances the game's atmosphere and complements its visual style.
- “I really like the synthwave music; it fits perfectly with the cyberpunk genre and pixel art style.”
- “The soundtrack is good and enhances the overall experience of the game.”
- “This game is so cool to chill with, and the soundtrack is really nice. Great work!”
monetization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The monetization aspect of games developed with Gamemaker Studio is criticized for being heavily focused on retro pixel shovelware and cash grabs, often featuring poorly translated content and coordinated fake reviews to promote low-quality asset flips. This pattern suggests a trend of exploiting the platform for quick financial gain rather than delivering quality gaming experiences.
- “Gamemaker Studio is most commonly used to make retro pixel shovelware and cash grabs.”
- “They're all written in either Russian or broken English, appear at almost exactly the same time, very shortly after the game launched on Steam, all have a direct Steam purchase of the game, and the accounts are used consistently to write fake reviews for asset flips and other cash grabs/scams.”