Mr Run and Jump A New Game By Atari

The folks over at Atari have announced a new 2D platformer called Mr Run and Jump.  The game will be coming to both PC and consoles and has the tag line Run, Jump, Dash, and Roll Through a Dazzling and Dangerous World.

Atari calls this an action-platformer in the truest sense.  Mr. Run and Jump sends players on a neon-infused journey where only quick reflexes and skillful maneuvering will prove successful against treacherous enemies and a trove of fierce challenges.  It’s dangerous business going out your front door, especially when you’re exploring the Realms of Color, where the titular Mr. Run and Jump must embark on a fast-paced, fluorescent adventure to defeat the ghastly Void and find his missing dog, Leap.

The game was originally created in 2021 as an Atari 2600 game, designed by John Mikula, a developer at St. Louis-based indie studio Graphite Lab. Its precise platforming showcases the legacy 2600 hardware, still capable of engaging hobbyists and fans 40+ years after its release. The teams at Atari and Graphite Lab were so enamored with the 2600 title that they teamed up to create a modern version, highlighting the best of the 2600 title for modern consoles and PCs, and layering in a beautiful landscape of color and sound.

“We are thrilled to introduce Mr. Run and Jump to gamers worldwide,” said Matt Raithel, Graphite Lab Owner and Studio Director. “Dazzling animation, intense platforming, and approachable characters all come together in a package that was made better with the help and support of the team at Atari.”

• Dozens of unique levels within six distinct, vibrant, and beautifully illustrated worlds
• A variety of devious enemies, each with their own attack patterns and personalities
• 30+ hours of gameplay including Time Trials, hard-to-reach collectibles, achievements, and more
• Precise controls make Mr. Run and Jump’s platforming as smooth as butter
• An original story of a transformed world, a devouring Void, and all the wonders of the Realms of Color

The frenetic new title launches on PC via Steam and Epic, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4 & 5, Xbox One and Series X|S, and Atari VCS later this year.  As a kid my first system was an Atari 2600 and I was brought into a new world.  I am looking forward to trying this game out as it looks like it could be a fun one.  What do you think about this game?  Will you getting it?  Let us know in the comments below or hit us up on our Twitter account by clicking here.  As always stay tuned to Culture Splat for more content coming at you!