The Best Runner Games for Nintendo Switch - Page 2

Update : MetroLand added at rank #2.
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Running on Magic (2022)

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Xbox One PC Windows Nintendo Switch Xbox Series X Playstation 5 Playstation 4

Woosh! Get ready to flee! Welcome to Running on Magic, a forced-scroll platformer where a quirky wizard is being chased by a tireless Grim Reaper. Hurry through procedurally-generated mindfully drawn environments as you defeat unalike enemies. Don’t let the Grim Reaper get to you!


  • runner
  • platform
  • precision
  • 2d
  • scroller
  • pixel
  • emotional
  • cartoony
  • hand-drawn
  • colourful

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The Alto Collection (2020)

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Mac OS Nintendo Switch Playstation 4 Xbox One PC Windows

Across the endless desert and atop an alpine expanse two journeys full of wonder await. Choose your path and set off on a thrilling snowboarding or sandboarding adventure with Alto & friends in both critically acclaimed titles: Alto’s Adventure and Alto’s Odyssey.


  • snowboarding
  • runner
  • endless
  • relaxing
  • minimalist
  • action-adventure
  • skiing

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Retro Highway (2018)

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Nintendo Switch Xbox One Playstation 4 Playstation 5 Android IOS iPhone

Hit the Retro Highway and return to the days of 16-bit blast processing and pure arcade fun! Retro Highway is a throwback game aiming to combine the accessibility of modern titles with the high-skill challenge and charming aesthetics of old.

• Experience high octane old school action on your console in 60 fps

• Complete daring challenges and compete with your friends or the whole world for the highest scores

• Explore six unique environments ranging from a hot desert freeway to a futuristic moon base

• Customize your playstyle by choosing from a diverse garage of 10+ bikes and by upgrading various powerups

• Embrace the nostalgia rush caused by stylish pixel art visuals and chiptune soundtrack

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  • endless
  • runner
  • retro
  • buildings
  • arcade
  • third-party
  • chiptune
  • racing
  • entertainment
  • realistic
  • bite-sized
  • futuristic
  • casual

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Kraken Odyssey (2023)

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Xbox One PC Windows Nintendo Switch

Little kraken in danger! Dive into this 3D action game and avoid dangers. Explore worlds like beaches, jungles, mountains, dungeons. Unlock costumes, be a pirate or unicorn. Love octopuses, beach, adventure? Play Kraken Odyssey!


  • 3d
  • runner
  • platform
  • cartoony
  • action
  • single-player
  • racing
  • third-person
  • family-friendly
  • pirates
  • cute

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Superola Champion Edition (2022)

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Nintendo Switch Xbox Series X Playstation 5 Playstation 4 PC Windows Xbox One

A challenging runner-style platforming adventure, in which you’ll have to guide a burger loving llama in its quest to defeat the Hotdog Aliens and recover the stolen hamburgers... before they get cold!


  • platform
  • runner
  • retro
  • split-screen
  • precision
  • character
  • scroller
  • multiple-endings
  • pvp
  • challenging
  • multiplayer
  • boss-fight
  • action-adventure
  • customization
  • funny

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To The Sky (2023)

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early access j Xbox Series X Playstation 5 Nintendo Switch Xbox One PC Windows

To the Sky is an exhilarating action-adventure game where your goal is to reach the sky by overcoming obstacles and scaling towering walls. Be prepared to start anew if you fall while ascending. Challenge yourself, ascend higher, and uncover the mysteries above the clouds in To the Sky.


  • 3d
  • platform
  • runner
  • on-rails
  • adventure
  • vertical
  • bullet
  • reflexes
  • casual
  • parkour
  • time
  • third-person
  • fantasy
  • flight
  • strategy

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Spring Time (2024)

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PC Windows Nintendo Switch

Play as a brave, short-limbed bunny, overcoming obstacles to reach treasure chests hidden across each stage. Collect gold from each chest to buy furniture and decorate your cozy home. With simple, relaxing gameplay, it’s a experience for all ages. Enjoy the journey!


  • 3d
  • runner
  • platform
  • exploration
  • third-person
  • family-friendly
  • adventure
  • cute
  • atmospheric

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ANIMALITY (2017)

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early access Nintendo Switch PC Windows

ANIMALITY is a skill based animal runner game, the goal of the game is to avoid dragons and demons all whilst trying to grab life gems, either do this singleplayer or with your friend in local multiplayer co-op, you can collect 9 fabulous pixel art animals which are purchased using your running cash!

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  • runner
  • casual
  • dragon
  • reflexes
  • easy-to-play
  • local
  • demons
  • cooperative
  • animal
  • pixel
  • endless
  • adventure

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O-VOID (2023)

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Jump into the spinning circle of O-Void! In this super minimal action runner, you’ll be jumping over obstacles with the tap of a finger. But this is not a regular platformer! The entire level can change direction or flip upside down to throw you off. Are you skilled enough to survive every challenge?


  • privacy-policy
  • mind-bending
  • chiptune
  • runner
  • rhythm
  • endless
  • platform

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NERVE (2021)

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Nintendo Switch PC Windows

Hurtle through beautiful unforgiving worlds, where every frame is enthralling, every moment is exhilarating, every death is deserved, and every success is earned. RACE | DODGE | DIE | REPEAT

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  • unforgiving
  • runner
  • abstract
  • soundtrack
  • racing
  • rhythm
  • psychedelic
  • arcade
  • fast-paced
  • third-person
  • difficult
  • surreal

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