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SpeedRunners

PC (Microsoft Windows), Mac, iOS, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Android, Nintendo Switch, Linux • 2016

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Quick resume

Cut-throat multiplayer running game that pits 4 players against each other, locally and/or online. Run, jump, swing around, and use devious weapons and pick-ups to knock opponents off-screen! One of the most competitive games you'll ever play.

Global score

94/100

Genres

Action, Casual, Indie, Racing, Sport, Platform, Arcade

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    Pros

    • Highly competitive and skill-based gameplay
    • Fun multiplayer with friends and online
    • Custom maps and frequent updates
    • Addictive and replayable
    • Good balance of simplicity and depth

    Cons

    • Small player base can affect matchmaking
    • Some bugs and lag issues reported
    • Limited story content
    • Steep learning curve for new players
    • Workshop maps vary in quality

    Analysis

    A very typical example of its motivational profile. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Competition, Fellowship, Domination, Status. It leans lower than usual among comparable games on Relaxation, Leadership, Story.

    How to use the graph
    Similar games map

    Each dot is a game. They are arranged from the same motivation profile as in the “Motivations” section below. Closer dots usually mean more similar reasons to play (exploration, competition, relaxation, etc.)—not that one game is “better” than another.

    • Larger dot with a light outline: the game you are viewing.
    • Colour: groups of games with comparable motivation patterns (statistical clusters).
    • Hover a dot to see the game name; click to open its page.
    • Scroll or double-click the chart to zoom out and see more games.

    Why don’t the axes read like a score? This view uses t-SNE: it only keeps who is close to whom. The scales are not “good to bad” or hours played—they separate groups on the map. Read distance between dots, not the axis numbers.

    Motivations

    • Autonomy
      4

      "Players have freedom to choose characters, maps, and use various power-ups and tactics to control their gameplay."

    • Competence
      4

      "Game rewards skillful play, mastery of mechanics, and map knowledge; players improve through practice and strategy."

    • Competition
      5

      "Strong competitive focus with ranked modes, leaderboards, and intense player vs player races."

    • Continuation
      4

      "High replayability and addictive gameplay encourage long sessions and habitual play."

    • Cooperation
      1

      "Mostly competitive but includes some team modes and local co-op play."

    • Creativity
      3

      "Players can create and share custom maps via Workshop, adding variety and creative expression."

    • Domination
      3

      "Competitive trash talk and desire to dominate opponents are common in ranked play."

    • Escapism
      3

      "Players use the game as a fun distraction and stress relief."

    • Expectation
      -4

      "Players engage voluntarily for fun and competition, not out of obligation."

    • Experimenting
      3

      "Players experiment with different tactics, power-ups, and map routes to gain advantage."

    • Exploration
      2

      "Exploration mainly through discovering new maps and Workshop content."

    • Expression
      3

      "Customization through character skins and unlockables allows self-expression."

    • Fantasy
      2

      "Cartoonish superhero characters and power-ups provide a light fantasy theme."

    • Fellowship
      3

      "Community and social play with friends is a major appeal."

    • Growth
      4

      "Players develop skills, learn mechanics, and improve over time."

    • Health
      -4

      "Primarily sedentary gameplay with no physical activity component."

    • Idle
      -3

      "Requires focused attention and quick reflexes; not suited for idle play."

    • Intimacy
      1

      "Social interactions occur but are mostly casual and competitive rather than deeply intimate."

    • Leadership
      -2

      "No strong leadership roles; players mostly compete or cooperate equally."

    • Progression
      3

      "Players unlock characters, skins, and levels through gameplay and leveling up."

    • Relaxation
      -3

      "Fast-paced, tense gameplay with moments of stress and excitement."

    • Sensation
      4

      "Dynamic visuals, sound effects, and music create exciting sensory stimulation."

    • Status
      3

      "Ranked play and leaderboards provide social recognition and status."

    • Story
      -3

      "Minimal story; gameplay is the main focus."

    • Strategy
      4

      "Players must plan routes, item usage, and timing to succeed."

    • Thrill
      4

      "High tension and excitement from fast-paced races and close competition."

    • Value
      4

      "Players feel the game offers good entertainment value for its price."

    • Violence
      2

      "Combat is cartoonish and focused on knocking opponents off screen rather than realistic violence."

    • Survival
      3

      "Players must avoid elimination by staying ahead and managing obstacles."

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    Last update: 29/04/2026