Start your engines: Hyper Runner, the new futuristic time-based racing game from Darkage Software, is heading to Amiga, CD32 and FPGA/emulator setups this autumn — and the physical editions are ready to reserve right now.
Set in a high-speed future, Hyper Runner puts players behind the controls of five distinct vehicles, each with its own handling characteristics. Pair your ride with one of twelve pilots — every one of them tweaking top speed, acceleration, maneuverability and durability — and race across five stages that branch into two possible paths apiece, for a total of 16 different routes across 15 unique stages.
It’s not just about speed. A countdown timer keeps the pressure on as you dodge rival racers and track hazards that can slow you down or damage your vehicle outright. A limited-energy power booster lets you push for extra pace or blast past the competition when it matters most — use it wisely, since it only refills gradually. Along the way, power-ups like hull repair kits, booster refills and extra time can turn a race around.
Hyper Runner will be available in three formats, each with its own release window:
Physical copies can be reserved today on the official Hyper Runner product page, with quantities limited for the Big Box release.
Curious what it looks like in motion? Check out the official intro video on YouTube.
Reserve your copy and get ready to find out if you have what it takes to become the top Hyper Runner.
