Mr. Run and Jump

Mr. Run and Jump

July 25, 2023

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In this electric 2D platformer, help Mr. Run and Jump defeat the terrifying Void and collect all the Power Gems from the Realms of Color! Joined by his trusty pal Leap the Dog, the duo must venture through a dazzling and dangerous world, dodging countless enemies and conquering hundreds of …

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Critic Reviews (21)

A.J. Maciejewski Video Chums Jul 2023
80.0 /100

"I had way more fun with Mr. Run and Jump than I thought I would as its puzzle-like approach to stringing together jumps is impressive."

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Artura Dawn GameGrin Jul 2023
100.0 /100

Graphics

78.0

Gameplay

65.0

Story

55.0

"Take control of Run and Jump and explore various worlds of colour with precision platforming and post-game challenges that will prove to be extremely challenging and just as fun."

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Brian Shea Game Informer Jul 2023
80.0 /100

Graphics

68.0

Gameplay

82.0

Story

34.0

"Mr. Run and Jump may look unassuming on the surface, but the challenges that await will have you screaming in frustration until they have you shouting in triumph. Though the trial-and-error style of each difficult room sometimes wore on me, …"

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Carlos França Júnior GameBlast Jul 2023
85.0 /100

"Mr. Run and Jump manages to blend the vibe of old platformers with modern elements without really appealing to nostalgia. Even with its high difficulty right from the start, it&s;s a great title for those who just want to enjoy …"

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Chris Dunlap Gaming Age Jul 2023
100.0 /100

Graphics

85.0

Gameplay

70.0

Story

40.0

"Mr. Run and Jump is an awesome looking game with fantastic challenges that will keep you coming back for more. I absolutely love the entire presentation from the beginning all the way through to the end."

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Damaso Scibetta IGN Italy Jul 2023
80.0 /100

"A platformer that requires extreme precision, but also honest, fun, difficult, and almost never frustrating. Atari returns to show us its expertise gained over more than 50 years of development and publishing: Mr. Run and Jump will appeal to you …"

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James Luff LadiesGamers.com Jul 2023
75.0 /100

Graphics

70.0

Gameplay

75.0

Story

75.0

"Mr Run and Jump scores a deserved recommendation thanks to its excellent and simple fun to the point gameplay. But I don’t recommend this for everyone. If you have been put off by precision platformers before, this game will not …"

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Jemma Casson Pure Nintendo Jul 2023
80.0 /100

Graphics

80.0

Gameplay

90.0

Story

70.0

"Overall, Mr. Run and Jump is a colorful, tricky platformer that will get your heart racing. If you relish the challenge of replaying levels until you get them right, or collecting everything in sight, you&s;ll get a kick (and a …"

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João Dias Starbit Jul 2023
70.0 /100

Graphics

30.0

Gameplay

25.0

Story

20.0

"Players will experience infernal, but very competent level design that will make trial-and-error their new way of life, and with its merciless obstacles and deadly enemies, Mr. Run and Jump will attract players looking to be pressed hard, while keeping …"

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Joseph Moorer Gaming Nexus Jul 2023
80.0 /100

Graphics

65.0

Gameplay

70.0

Story

40.0

"Mr. Run and Jump is a platforming clinic. You are not here to blast through on your first try. If you are easily frustrated, Run and Jump past this one, but for those that appreciate an extreme challenge, Atari has …"

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Josh Speer Hey Poor Player Jul 2023
80.0 /100

"I honestly had a great time playing Mr. Run and Jump. There’s a variety of fun mechanics, solid platforming, and distinct challenge. That said, the challenge may be too much for some folks, and I even considered throwing my controller …"

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Justin Nation Nindie Spotlight Jul 2023
83.0 /100

Graphics

85.0

Gameplay

90.0

Story

30.0

"If you’re in the market for a responsive, challenging, and tough-but-fair platformer to obsess over, this delivers"

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Leonardo Faria WayTooManyGames Jul 2023
80.0 /100

Graphics

65.0

Gameplay

85.0

Story

30.0

"Mr. Run and Jump stands out from the barrage of challenging precision-based platforms infesting today’s indie scene by having some well-crafted (albeit utterly infuriating) level designs, but most importantly, some commendable accessibility options for newcomers to the genre. It wants …"

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Martijn van Gent Video Chums Jul 2023
80.0 /100

Graphics

70.0

Gameplay

85.0

Story

30.0

"Overall, I had a lovely time with Mr. Run and Jump. It has pretty much everything I could ask for in a 2D platformer: responsive controls, fun movement options, solid level design, and adequate production values. The game is difficult …"

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Matúš Štrba SECTOR.sk Jul 2023
75.0 /100

"Mr. Run and Jump is an imaginative and challenging game that will test your skills and patience. It doesn&s;t feel unfair, but you can clearly see that the designers&s; aim was to make you suffer as much as possible. There …"

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Nathaniel Stevens Digital Chumps Jul 2023
80.0 /100

Graphics

75.0

Gameplay

85.0

Story

65.0

"Mr. Run and Jump from Graphite Lab and Atari is a phenomenal tip of the hat to simple, yet fun games born during the heyday of the Atari 2600 VCS. While the game’s simplicity is a mask for a more …"

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Paul Hunter NextGen Player Jul 2023
90.0 /100

Graphics

88.0

Gameplay

86.0

Story

72.0

"I&s;m having a blast playing Mr. Run and Jump even though it&s;s totally kicking my butt. The challenge is supremely steep, but players who love hard platformers or speedrunning will surely enjoy this polished gameplay experience."

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Sarim Irfan GameLuster Jul 2023
70.0 /100

Graphics

70.0

Gameplay

85.0

Story

55.0

"A delightful moveset coupled with an overly punishing challenge ironically makes Mr. Run and Jump a balanced recommendation. It will be great, but it will demand the most of you."

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Sean Smith God is a Geek Jul 2023
75.0 /100

"Mr. Run and Jump gives a feeling of pure unadulterated gaming joy like no other when your co-ordination and the sharp controls combine."

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Steve Tyminski Shacknews Jul 2023
70.0 /100

Graphics

50.0

Gameplay

60.0

Story

20.0

"If you want to see more great video reviews like this, then make sure you check out the Shacknews YouTube channel. It&s;s the number one spot on the internet for all your video game needs as well as great shows …"

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Thiago de Alencar Moura PSX Brasil Jul 2023
80.0 /100

Graphics

78.0

Gameplay

72.0

Story

64.0

"Mr. Run and Jump is an excellent example of how simplicity enhances an experience. With great gameplay and level design, its focus on delivering a good 2D platformer is clear and should entertain even the most demanding fan of the …"

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