Sprinter

The Sprinter Game is an arcade track and field video game in which the player is required to complete sprint races in a clear alternating rhythm on keys. Alternate the two running commands properly and pay attention to the balance of the athlete.

Category: Arcade

Developer: Gamedesign

Rating: 4.7

Game engine: Ruffle

Platforms: Browser (desktop-only)

Orientation: Landscape

Game Introduction

Sprinter Game strips a track race to rhythm. With no complicated racing paths and power-ups to master, the task is to change between two keys fast enough to speed up but not disrupt the pattern. Early races seem lenient, until the increasing speed of your competition reveals any imperfection in your tapping. This allows for an easily comprehensible yet incredibly difficult to master game. Mashing both keys in panic mode will cause a loss of momentum, but a nice left-right pattern will keep you from falling off balance. Each race is quick, so even a bad start does not cost you any time, and the match-up is always close.

How to Play Sprinter Game

Keep your fingers on each running key and make sure your rhythm is balanced between right and left. Never touch the same key two times in a row, as the runner is most responsive to the even alternating rhythm. Gain speed during the race, and do not try to achieve the maximal tapping speed from the very beginning. In case the athlete falters, lower the speed for some time and repeat the rhythm. Opponents will need more speed later, but it does not matter as long as you keep the correct rhythm. Concentrate on the sound and visual rhythm of the steps, and not on the opponent’s lane all the time.

Sprinter Game Features

Short track race
More challenging opponents
Individual timing
Simple button pairing options
Rapid rematches
Alternate button pairing

Controls

Use Alternate Left/Right Arrow keys or the displayed key pair to increase running speed. The mouse triggers the action and controls the menu; running pace is done using keys.

On touchscreen, use Alternate taps on the left/right run button without tapping the same side again.