Action · February 26, 2013
BIT.TRIP Presents… Runner2: Future Legend of Rhythm Alien (2013)
Embark on a rhythmic odyssey with Runner2: Future Legend of Rhythm Alien, the sequel to the acclaimed BIT.TRIP RUNNER. Winner of Best Indie Game at the Machinima Inside Gaming Awards and immortalized in the Guinness Book of World Records, this vibrant platformer invites you to explore five mesmerizing worlds, conquer 120 exhilarating levels, and face off against five epic boss battles. Choose from eight unique characters, each with their own flair, as you navigate through visually stunning environments. And here's the twist – the legendary Charles Martinet, known for his iconic role as the voice of Mario, serves as the charismatic narrator, adding a touch of whimsy to your rhythmic adventure. The real star? The electrifying soundtrack that pulses with every move, ensuring an immersive gaming experience like no other.
Action releases from 2013
104 Action titles launched in 2013 — top 6 by review volume.
Community Tag Signals
Tag weights reflect how many Steam users voted each descriptor — larger pills = stronger consensus.
- Rhythm · 268
- Platformer · 255
- Indie · 245
- Music · 189
- Difficult · 168
- Runner · 162
- Action · 160
- Singleplayer · 157
- Precision Platformer · 155
- Colorful · 153
- Arcade · 148
- Side Scroller · 144
- Comedy · 141
- Controller · 139
- Linear · 137
Peer Action titles
Comparable titles in the same genre and review-volume band — ranked by Steam positive percentage.
Position in Action
| Metric | This title | Genre position |
|---|---|---|
| Review volume | 3.0k Steam reviews | Top 78% in Action |
| Positive rating | 92% positive | Genre average: 83% — this title sits in top 28% |
| Metacritic | 87/100 | Genre average 77 — top 11% of Action titles |
| Engagement hours | 7 h average | Top 59% for session depth among Action |
Reception Metrics
Steam community
92%Very Positive · 3.0k reviews
2.8k positive · 244 negative
Metacritic
87/100 critic aggregate
Metacritic user score
7.6/10
Curator recommendations
1.6k
Press Quotes
“It's one of the finest music games ever made.” 9/10 – IGN “Gaijin Crafts The Best Auto Runner Yet.” 9/10 – Game Informer “...a marvelous rhythmic platformer.” 9/10 – Destructoid “...a flawless victory in game design.” 10/10 – GameZone “...The game fosters this sense of synesthesia. In my head.” 8.5/10 – Polygon
Engagement Profile
All-time avg
7h
short (5–15 hours)
Median
3h
Typical completion time
Achievements
26
Steam unlocks available
Features & Capabilities
Community
- Steam Achievements
- Steam Trading Cards
- Steam Cloud
Input & Comfort
- Full controller support
Other
- Single-player
- Family Sharing
Release & Availability
| Release date | Feb 26, 2013 |
|---|---|
| Developer | Gaijin Games |
| Publisher | Gaijin Games, Choice Provisions |
| Base price | $4.49 -70% |
| DLC / Add-ons | 2 released |
| Platforms | Windows, macOS, Linux |
| Estimated owners | 10k–100k |
| External links | Official site · Support · [email protected] |
Editions & Packages
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