Developed by Gaijin Games and published by Aksys, Bit.Trip Runner is a WiiWare title in which the player takes control of Commander Video, a small, black, humanoid character who runs, slides, kicks and jumps endlessly through whatever the game throws at him.
The game is, at its core, an old-school platformer with emphasis on rhythm. Every action the player makes creates a musical note to go along with the beat that repeatedly loops in the background.
The levels are split up into three worlds, each with their own distinct graphical and musical style. From the dull greys and melancholic music of the first world to the bright, colourful and exciting third world, the game never becomes stale.
The difficulty on the other hand may prove too steep for some. As the levels progress, many different types of obstacles are thrown at you. From sliding under giant catapillars to deflecting square balls, the game will always keep you on your toes. If that's not enough, take just one hit from anything and it's back to the beginning of the level for you.
This difficulty is, of course, reminiscent of the old 8 and 16-bit platformers from the late 80s/early 90s. The graphics, in turn, reflect this, as the designers of the game gave it a real retro feel. Every character is made of pseudo-3D squares, creating a nostalgiac look that really fits the theme of the game.
I've sunk about a dozen hours into it, so why don't you?
Whether you're a retro game enthusiast or just looking for a good, fun challenge, Bit.Trip Runner is definitely worth a download. It's just a pity it doesn't come on a cartridge.
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