Runster

About

Runster, It's an online game for exercise which is controlled by your body movement in the real world to elevate both gameplay experience and your health. Moreover, it works without requiring any extra gadget just a smartphone, and a PC is enough.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Local Multi-Player Play with friends in the same physical space using split-screen or multiple screens
2-Players Play with one other player, either online or locally, in a cooperative or competitive game mode
Multi-Player Compete or cooperate with other players online
Co-Op Team up with friends to complete levels or missions together
Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo
PvP Player versus Player - Fight against other players in real-time, often in arena-style combat
Split Screen Play with multiple players on the same screen, often with divided or shared screen real estate

74%

Audience ScoreBased on 81 reviews

stability4 negative mentions

The game provides a fun and engaging way to exercise, making players sweat and feel active.
Using a smartphone as a motion controller is a novel and affordable concept that many players appreciate.
The game has potential for improvement and could serve as a good alternative to more expensive fitness games.

The game is considered abandonware, with many features not functioning properly and a lack of developer support.
Microtransactions for additional exercises are frustrating, as players must purchase each one separately without a bulk option.
The app has significant connectivity issues, often crashing or failing to sync with devices, making the game largely unplayable.

stability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's stability is inconsistent, with reports of freezing during boss fights and buggy features in the phone mode and squat exercises. While it runs reasonably well on Linux with Proton, users have experienced occasional freezes, indicating that the game is still in development and may require further improvements.
- “However, keep in mind that this game is still not fully developed; for example, the boss fight mode just freezes and you can't start the game.”
- “The phone half seems a little buggy.”
- “The squat exercise, or maybe the up/down motion, was especially buggy.”
monetization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization model of the game is criticized for relying heavily on in-app purchases and microtransactions, which many users feel detracts from the overall experience and creates a perception of constant financial demands. Players express a preference for a one-time purchase option instead.
- “It would be a great game if it weren't based on in-app purchases; I would buy it in one payment, but in-app purchases feel like schemes to keep asking for money constantly.”
- “And microtransactions.”
- “The game is riddled with microtransactions that feel exploitative.”
- “I can't enjoy the game without being constantly bombarded by ads and in-game purchases.”
- “It seems like every feature is locked behind a paywall, making it frustrating to progress.”
graphics
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The graphics have a familiar quality, suggesting they may not be groundbreaking or innovative but are recognizable to players.
gameplay
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is straightforward and lacks complexity, with users indicating that it feels basic and unremarkable.
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story aspect of the game has been criticized, with some users suggesting that it lacks depth and engagement, implying that it may not be worth exploring for those seeking a compelling narrative experience.
- “If you want a story, then go read a book.”
- “The narrative feels disjointed and lacks coherence.”
- “Character development is shallow, making it hard to connect with anyone.”