Running Fred (2012)

Genres: Action Racing Arcade

iOS

Released: 2012-02-05

Requirements

iPad 2 Wifi, iPad 2 3G, iPhone 4S, iPad Third Gen, iPad Third Gen 4G, iPhone 5, iPod Touch Fifth Gen, iPad Fourth Gen, iPad Fourth Gen 4G, iPad Mini, iPad Mini 4G, iPhone 5c, iPhone 5s, iPad Air, iPad Air Cellular, iPad Mini Retina, iPad Mini Retina Cellular, iPhone 6, iPhone 6 Plus, iPad Air 2, iPad Air 2 Cellular, iPad Mini 3, iPad Mini 3 Cellular, iPod Touch Sixth Gen, iPhone 6s, iPhone 6s Plus, iPad Mini 4, iPad Mini 4 Cellular, iPad Pro, iPad Pro Cellular, iPad Pro 9.7, iPad Pro 9.7 Cellular, iPhone SE, iPhone 7, iPhone 7 Plus, iPad 6 1 1, iPad 6 1 2, iPad 7 1, iPad 7 2, iPad 7 3, iPad 7 4, iPhone 8, iPhone 8 Plus, iPhone X, iPad 7 5, iPad 7 6, iPhone X S, iPhone X S Max, iPhone X R, iPad 8 1 2, iPad 8 3 4, iPad 8 5 6, iPad 8 7 8, iPad Mini 5, iPad Mini 5 Cellular, iPad Air 3, iPad Air 3 Cellular, iPod Touch Seventh Gen, iPhone 1 1, iPhone 1 1 Pro, iPad Seventh Gen, iPad Seventh Gen Cellular, iPhone 1 1 Pro Max, iPhone SE Second Gen, iPad Pro Second Gen, iPad Pro Second Gen Cellular, iPad Pro Fourth Gen, iPad Pro Fourth Gen Cellular, iPhone 1 2 Mini, iPhone 1 2, iPhone 1 2 Pro, iPhone 1 2 Pro Max, iPad Air 4, iPad Air 4 Cellular, iPad Eighth Gen, iPad Eighth Gen Cellular

Android

Released: 2012-02-05

Requirements

4.0 and up

Developers

Dedalord

Publishers

Dedalord

Google Play (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.dedalord.runningfred&hl=en&gl=us)

App Store (https://apps.apple.com/app/running-fred/id492146903?mt=8&uo=4)

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Description

The chaotic and daring world of Fred returns in Running Fred, the official sequel to the hit game Falling Fred. Players are once again invited to guide the hapless protagonist through a series of hazardous obstacles, performing acrobatic feats and enduring extreme situations in a quest to survive. Combining fast-paced gameplay with intuitive controls, Running Fred delivers an intense third-person platforming experience designed specifically for mobile devices.

Gameplay and Features

Running Fred introduces a wide array of dynamic moves and survival strategies. Players can execute numerous acrobatic maneuvers to dodge traps and overcome deadly hazards scattered across diverse, interactive environments. The game’s action is relentless, requiring quick reflexes and precise timing to maintain progress and keep Fred alive.

Acrobatic Maneuvers: Perform jumps, flips, slides, and other stunts to avoid countless dangers along the way.
Perilous Traps: Encounter dozens of traps and obstacles that challenge both reflexes and strategy.
Multiple Game Modes: Choose between Adventure, Challenge, or the thrilling Endless Survival mode for varied gameplay experiences.
Special Skills and Perks: Unlock unique abilities that enhance performance and offer new ways to navigate the environment.
Character Selection: Access multiple characters, each with distinct abilities and appearances.
Customizable Outfits: Personalize your character with a range of costumes and gear.
Cross-Device Progress: Save and continue your progress seamlessly across all your devices.
Score Sharing: Share your high scores with friends via Game Center integration.

Reception

Critics and players alike have praised Running Fred for its combination of challenging gameplay, replayability, and dark humor. Reviewers highlighted the game’s inventive traps and intense action:

"Bloody Brilliant!" – iFanzine
"The sheer amount of content, replayability and fun that comes from deftly avoiding trap after trap is phenomenal." – AppSpy
"For gamers who enjoy runner-style games, this game deserves a perfect rating of 5 out of 5 stars." – fabela-imag
"Fans of Falling Fred will undoubtedly enjoy Running Fred, the highly anticipated continuation of the series." – Best10App

Availability

Running Fred is currently available on the App Store. Players seeking new adventures can also explore other titles in the Fred universe, including Skiing Fred and SuperSonic Jack, both of which are accessible through the App Store as well.

Our Verdict

Running Fred (2012) is a wild, nonstop ride that’s easy to pick up and hard to put down. The game throws you into crazy traps and high-speed action, and the controls feel smooth and natural. If you enjoy fast-paced platformers with a dark sense of humor, this game hits the mark perfectly.

The variety of moves, characters, and game modes keeps things fresh, and the endless survival mode adds serious replay value. The gore is over-the-top but fits the chaotic style, making every run exciting and unpredictable. Overall, it’s polished, fun, and full of energy.

We definitely recommend Running Fred. It’s simple to enjoy, challenging enough to keep you hooked, and one of the most entertaining mobile platformers around.

FAQ

Running Fred is a fast-paced third-person platformer mobile game. It features acrobatic maneuvers, dangerous traps, and various characters, combining action, racing, and arcade gameplay elements.

Running Fred is available on iOS and Android devices. For iOS, it supports iPad 2 and later, iPhone 4S and later, and iPod Touch 5th generation and later. For Android, it requires version 4.0 and up.

The main features include lots of acrobatic maneuvers, dozens of perilous traps, multiple game modes such as Adventure, Challenge, and Endless Survival, special skills and perks, various characters to choose from, customizable outfits, and progress synchronization across devices.

Yes, you can share your score with friends via Game Center on supported devices.

Running Fred was developed by Dedalord.

Running Fred has an ESRB rating of Everyone 10+, which means it is generally suitable for children aged 10 and older.

You can download Running Fred from the App Store for iOS devices and Google Play for Android devices.

Running Fred was released on February 5, 2012.

Yes, the game includes Adventure, Challenge, and Endless Survival modes to keep gameplay varied and engaging.

Reviewers praise Running Fred for its fun gameplay, replayability, and exciting trap-avoiding action. It's considered a highly enjoyable game for fans of runner-style games.

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