Most Played Runner Games on Steam
Take a look at the top runner games that are currently attracting the largest player bases on the Steam platform, as of July 31st 2025. Want to explore even more runner titles available on Steam? Explore the complete list of the best runner games.
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1. Ghostrunner 2
Blood will run in Ghostrunner 2, a hardcore FPP slasher set in a post-apocalyptic cyberpunk future. Become the ultimate cyber ninja and prepare for epic boss fights, improved skills, an interactive story, new game modes, and captivating synthwave soundtrack. Ghostrunner 2 is a game developed and published by . Released on October 26th 2023 has received 9,516 reviews of which 7,676 were positive and 1,840 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.9 out of 10. The game currently holds the #1 spot among the most played runner games.
7.9
7,676
1,840
44
players
2. Mirror's Edge™ Catalyst
Mirror's Edge™ Catalyst raises the action-adventure bar through fluid, first person action and immerses players in Faith's story as she fights for freedom. Mirror's Edge™ Catalyst is a game developed and published by . Released on June 04th 2020 has received 15,297 reviews of which 12,334 were positive and 2,963 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.9 out of 10. The game currently holds the #2 spot among the most played runner games.
7.9
12,334
2,963
34
players
3. SuperTux
Classic 2D jump'n'run sidescroller featuring Tux the penguin. Run and jump through multiple worlds, fighting off enemies by jumping on them, bumping them from below or tossing objects at them, grabbing power-ups and other stuff on the way. SuperTux is a game developed and published by . Released on January 12th 2022 has received 1,086 reviews of which 1,023 were positive and 63 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.9 out of 10. The game currently holds the #3 spot among the most played runner games.
8.9
1,023
63
12
players
4. Race The Sun
You are a solar-powered craft. The sun is your death timer. Hurtle towards the sunset at breakneck speed in a futile race against time. Delay the inevitable by catching speed boosts which reverse the setting sun - if only for a moment. Don't crash, stay in the light, and don't slow down! Race The Sun is a game developed and published by . Released on December 09th 2013 has received 6,296 reviews of which 5,895 were positive and 401 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.1 out of 10. The game currently holds the #4 spot among the most played runner games.
9.1
5,895
401
10
players
5. ALTF4
[3D 3rd Person Perma-Death Runner Game]Try to overcome various obstacles until the end. ALTF4 is a game developed and published by . Released on November 12th 2021 has received 10,756 reviews of which 8,585 were positive and 2,171 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.8 out of 10. The game currently holds the #5 spot among the most played runner games.
7.8
8,585
2,171
9
players
6. DeathSprint 66
Compete in a bloody fight to the finish in DEATHSPRINT 66, fusing high-speed on-foot racing with deadly obstacles and brutal abilities. Unleash your velocity, push limits, and claim glory like never before. DeathSprint 66 is a game developed and published by . Released on September 12th 2024 has received 483 reviews of which 405 were positive and 78 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.9 out of 10. The game currently holds the #6 spot among the most played runner games.
7.9
405
78
7
players
7. Ding Dong XL
A fast-paced, neon-infused arcade game with simple one-button controls! Addictive, easy to learn, and perfect for quick sessions. Challenge yourself to beat your high score while waiting in queue for another game! Ding Dong XL is a game developed and published by . Released on June 15th 2018 has received 858 reviews of which 833 were positive and 25 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.1 out of 10. The game currently holds the #7 spot among the most played runner games.
9.1
833
25
4
players
8. Nitro Express
Nitro Express is a 2D side-view gun action game where cute pixel-art girls shoot assault weapons with 360° free aiming in the streets of Japan! Nitro Express is a game developed and published by . Released on May 18th 2025 has received 685 reviews of which 515 were positive and 170 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.2 out of 10. The game currently holds the #8 spot among the most played runner games.
7.2
515
170
4
players
9. BIT.TRIP RERUNNER
The classic rhythm platformer is back as BIT.TRIP RERUNNER + RUNNER MAKER! The fun of the original now sports fresh mechanics, art, and soundtrack – plus RUNNER MAKER, which allows you to create custom levels. A must-play for rhythm newbies, experts, and everyone in between. BIT.TRIP RERUNNER is a game developed and published by . Released on September 19th 2023 has received 373 reviews of which 363 were positive and 10 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.9 out of 10. The game currently holds the #9 spot among the most played runner games.
8.9
363
10
3
players
10. Boson X
Boson X is a fast-paced rotational runner set in a particle accelerator. Boson X is a game developed and published by . Released on September 15th 2014 has received 1,565 reviews of which 1,449 were positive and 116 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.8 out of 10. The game currently holds the #10 spot among the most played runner games.
8.8
1,449
116
3
players
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