Mr. Run and Jump Is Atari’s Next Original Game

by Jim Smale · May 9, 2023

**It’s a Mad Dash Through a Neon Oasis in Mr. Run and Jump, a New Eye-Melting 2D Platformer from Atari, Coming to PC and Consoles**

Atari — one of the world’s most iconic consumer brands is pleased to reveal today Mr. Run and Jump. 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. 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.

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.

Mr. Run and Jump feature precise controls, silky smooth gameplay, and free-flowing level design, making it a speedrunner’s dream. Run, jump, dash, and roll to hard-to-reach locations to find collectibles, or adjust the difficulty level via Dynamic Assistance to enjoy a more approachable experience with the heart-pounding peril cranked down a couple of notches.

Mr. Run and Jump were 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 of Mr. Run and Jump, 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.”

Mr. Run and Jump

Mr. Run and Jump Key Features:

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

Developed by Graphite Lab and Heavy Horse Games, Mr. Run and Jump launches later this summer on Windows PC via Steam and Epic, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4/5, Xbox One and Series X|S, and Atari VCS.