The game which spawned a series of basic, down-to-earth games is here – the original creation and the first appearance of the golden coloured star – RunMan.

What can only be described as a gem, RunMan is pure escapism. Away from the worries of a hectic life, busy schedule or whatever, we all find some release in games. For better or worse, they’re always around when you need them. Some are more helpful than others. Though strangely enough, it seems that a new trend has arisen – escaping from escapism.

Lately the gaming community has been inundated with all manner of games coming from left, right and centre, all boasting the lasted 3D accelerated real-time lighting shaded pixel… whatever. Get away from all that with a low-tech, 2D, hand drawn scribbly mess which is no more complicated than pressing up or down.

Have a breath of fresh air and stop taking games so seriously. They don’t need to be realistic… they don’t even need to make sense. You’re a star. You run. Just accept it and go with the flow. Please, enjoy the original RunMan.