Underplayed Gems

Nightrunner (2024)

Nightrunner cover
Developer
Planetary Gears
Platforms
Windows, Linux
Genres
Casual, Indie, Racing, Simulation
Rating
4.7 of 5, 15 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 1.0 hours
Where to get it
Steam

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How it feels

A stylish, atmospheric arcade racer with simple controls, a banging soundtrack, and a calming yet frantic high-score chase.

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What players say

Players describe Nightrunner as a minimalist arcade game akin to Pac-Man in space, where you dodge enemies on neon-lit streets. They praise its simple controls, addictive high-score chase, and relaxing pace suited for playing with music. A few note the lack of settings and a frustrating tutorial, and one negative review says the developer's previous game was better.

Screenshots

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