Overview
Start Running blends the narrative depth of a visual novel with the tense puzzle-solving of an escape room, all wrapped in a chilling Greek tragedy. Players step into the shoes of Luis, a runner struggling with procrastination, on the eve of his final marathon training run. What begins as a daunting 20-mile journey quickly devolves into a surreal nightmare as the world around Luis begins to shift and distort. He and his loyal dog, Pistachio, must navigate this warped reality and find a way to escape before it consumes them entirely.
Highlights
- Genre Fusion: Combines visual novel storytelling with escape room mechanics and psychological horror elements.
- Narrative Focus: Features a compelling story centered on Luis's struggle against inertia and a surreal, reality-bending world.
- Release & Platform: Launched on July 8, 2024, and is available as a single-player experience on Steam, supporting partial controller input.
Who It's For
This game is ideal for players who enjoy interactive fiction with a strong narrative, psychological horror that plays on atmosphere and unsettling themes, and puzzle-solving elements that require keen observation. If you appreciate games where choices matter and the story takes unexpected, dark turns, Start Running might be for you. Fans of visual novels looking for a more interactive and suspenseful experience will also find much to appreciate.
Game Info
Developed and published by beepsoft industries, Start Running offers a unique take on the horror genre. It features full English audio support and includes Steam Achievements. The game delves into mature themes, including descriptions of death, depression, and derealization, and may contain jumpscares and intense moments, as noted by its content descriptors. It is a paid title available on Steam.
