Gaijin Games has released the first trailer for Bit.Trip Runner, the fourth game in the WiiWare Bit.Trip series. Now we can see what the developer means by calling it a "rhythm platformer." The layout of the stage, from enemies to terrain, is all designed in accord with the chiptune soundtrack, and Commander Video, the franchise hero, jumps, slides, and collects gold at super-high speed -- all to the beat of 8-bit-inspired music.
We wanted to point to one specific moment in the video (posted after the break), but, as trailers tend to be, this one's full of moments. So, see if you can spot Super Meat Boy! Check out that Pitfall level! Watch out for the ... giant miner? ... Who shoots fireballs at you from a lantern? While you're on a treadmill?
Evey game has different gameplay mechanics... but so far, my favorite is Bit.Trip Core... I love the gameplay and the soundtrack. It can be pretty difficult at first (well, not difficult, but you need time to get used to the patterns) but once you can see the patterns, it is very hypnotic.
I have read some reviews about Bit.Trip Core, but this one is exactly what I think and feel about the game.
Bit.Trip.Beat is my favorite, but my friend's favorite is Bit.Trip.Void. As you can see, opinion is all over the map! Personally I think Core has the best visuals, Beat, has the best music, and Void has the best mechanics (though also the trickiest to figure out). But at $6 each, try 'em all!
I wasn't sure how good this would be, especially after Void which was good but not as good as Beat and Core. I have to say though, I'm extremely excited for this game. The music at the end of the trailer was awesome, also.
Reminds me of Canabalt a bit, but really makes me want Vib Ribbon. I probably would have gotten a PS3 instead of an Xbox 360 if I could play Vib Ribbon on it.
Oh my sweet baby jesus, that looks delicious. How has this entire franchise slipped entirely under my radar? Aside from me not having a Wii, anyway. But I must say, damn.
