BIT.TRIP RUNNER
Released Feb 2011
Experience the rhythmic thrill of BIT.TRIP RUNNER! With its retro charm, simple controls, and award-winning visuals, this classic sets the standard for rhythm gaming. Don't miss the game that started it all in the acclaimed runner series.
85% positive · 3,949 reviews
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All announced content has been released
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Steam $9.99
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Evaluation
BIT.TRIP RUNNER is the original 2011 rhythm platformer from Gaijin Games (now Choice Provisions), released on February 28, 2011. The game launched as a standalone, complete product and has never received post-launch DLC or expansions of its own.
The developer's recent news activity — including a November 2023 announcement and a February 2026 Kickstarter campaign — is focused entirely on BIT.TRIP RERUNNER, a separate sequel/remake on its own Steam page. The Kickstarter specifically aims to bring RERUNNER to Switch 2 and is for that distinct product, not for additional content in the original BIT.TRIP RUNNER.
There are no unreleased DLC listings, no roadmaps, and no developer statements indicating any future content for BIT.TRIP RUNNER itself. The store description frames the game as a classic, award-winning title and makes no mention of upcoming updates. The game launched complete in 2011 and has remained that way.
Evidence
Store description presents BIT.TRIP RUNNER as a complete, award-winning classic with no mention of upcoming content, DLC, or planned updates.
Choice Provisions launched a Kickstarter campaign to bring BIT.TRIP RERUNNER to Switch 2. This is focused on the separate RERUNNER product and does not indicate any new content planned for the original BIT.TRIP RUNNER.
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Developer
Publisher
Gaijin Games
Achievements
26
Platform
Windows, macOS
Controller
full support
Steam Deck
Unsupported
Players
Single-player
About this game
BIT.TRIP RUNNER is more than just a game; it's a retro-inspired masterpiece with pixel art that pays homage to classic gaming while delivering a modern and immersive adventure. The simplicity of the controls makes it accessible to all, but mastering the game demands skill, timing, and a deep connection to the music. This unique blend of challenging gameplay and captivating aesthetics sets BIT.TRIP RUNNER apart, making it a must-play for both genre enthusiasts and newcomers.
Notably, in the 2011 Independent Games Festival, it earned the esteemed Excellence in Visual Art award and received honorable mentions for the Seumas McNally Grand Prize and the Excellence in Audio awards, solidifying its status as an outstanding gaming experience.
Notably, in the 2011 Independent Games Festival, it earned the esteemed Excellence in Visual Art award and received honorable mentions for the Seumas McNally Grand Prize and the Excellence in Audio awards, solidifying its status as an outstanding gaming experience.
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Last evaluated Jun 28, 2026
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