Runner Games
Free endless runner games: jump, dodge, collect and, in one, shoot your way as far as you can.
Why these games
Four runners, four personalities. Ninja Run is the forgiving one, with lives and lots to collect. Ninja Night Run is the minimal one, where one mistake ends the run. Crazy Runner is the quick car-jumping one, and Super Cowboy Run is the only runner where you manage ammunition and track kills as well as distance. A holiday re-skin of Super Cowboy Run was removed because it played identically.
Our ranking
Ranked by our overall score, which combines depth, accessibility, replay value and family-friendliness. How we rate games.
- Ninja Run — 8.5/10. The friendliest runner here, thanks to its lives system and plenty to collect.
- Crazy Runner — 7.5/10. A quick, simple runner built around jumping cars.
- Super Cowboy Run — 7.5/10. A runner with real action: deciding whether to shoot or jump keeps every encounter interesting, and tracking score, distance and kills separately gives you three reasons to play again.
- Ninja Night Run — 7.5/10. A focused, minimal night-time runner.
Side-by-side comparison
| Game | Score | Structure | Difficulty | Session | Screen | Saves |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ninja Run | 8.5 | Endless, lives-based | Easy | 3–10 minutes | Landscape | Yes |
| Crazy Runner | 7.5 | Endless, distance-based | Easy | 2–8 minutes | Landscape | Yes |
| Super Cowboy Run | 7.5 | Endless, three records | Medium | 3–10 minutes | Landscape | Yes |
| Ninja Night Run | 7.5 | Endless, distance-based | Medium | 2–8 minutes | Landscape | Yes |
Screen and save data are read from each game’s build files; scores and difficulty are our editorial assessment.
All Runner games (4)
Ninja RunRun, jump and collect coins, gold and jewels as a determined ninja.
Crazy RunnerLeap over cars, grab food and coins, and run as far as you can.
Super Cowboy RunRun across the Wild West, shoot outlaws and creatures, and collect money.
Ninja Night RunDash across rooftops under the moon, leaping gaps and collecting coins.
Where to start
Ninja Run is the most forgiving thanks to its lives. Crazy Runner is quick and great for friendly competition. Move on to Ninja Night Run once your timing is sharp, and try Super Cowboy Run when you want some action with your running. Our runner guide explains how to read obstacles early and build a rhythm.
Skills that carry across every runner
Look ahead to where obstacles appear, not at your character. Time each take-off carefully, and stay relaxed as the speed builds. In Super Cowboy Run, collect ammo boxes and jump over enemies when you can to save bullets.
Playing on phone, tablet or desktop
Runners work well on every device because they use simple jump and attack controls. On a phone or tablet, tap the screen or the on-screen buttons; a larger screen gives you more warning of upcoming obstacles. On desktop, a mouse click works for jumping.
Strategy guide: Endless Runner Tips: Timing, Rhythm and Reading Obstacles
Game-by-game overview
Ninja Run
Ninja Run is an endless platform runner. In the game's own words, you play as a ninja who has set a goal to be the very best and to collect as many coins, gold and jewels as possible. How far can you run? Be careful, because dangerous jumps, thorns and bombs lie in your way.
Best thing about it: Multiple lives make it forgiving. Watch out for: Experienced runner fans may find it too gentle.
Crazy Runner
Crazy Runner is a fast platform runner. Your character sprints along a road where cars appear in the way, and you jump over them to keep going. Food and coins are scattered along the route, adding to your score.
Best thing about it: Instant restarts. Watch out for: Limited variety over long sessions.
Super Cowboy Run
Super Cowboy Run is a run-and-shoot game set in the Wild West. Your cowboy runs along a dusty road past cacti, houses and scarecrows, jumping over obstacles and shooting enemies that get in the way. Coins and money bags add to your score.
Best thing about it: Shoot-or-jump choices in every encounter. Watch out for: Ammunition can run out at awkward moments.
Ninja Night Run
Ninja Night Run is an endless runner set at night. A ninja races across platforms under a full moon, jumping over gaps, boxes and bombs while collecting coins. Distance and coins are tracked as you go.
Best thing about it: Clean, focused design. Watch out for: One mistake ends the run — harsh for beginners.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between the runners?
Ninja Run has lives and many collectables, Ninja Night Run is minimal and focused, Crazy Runner has you jumping over cars, and Super Cowboy Run adds shooting with limited ammunition.
Why do I keep crashing at the same distance?
That is usually where the speed outpaces your reactions. Look further ahead, start jumps slightly earlier and stay relaxed — our runner guide explains how.
Can I play runners on a phone?
Yes. All runners use a simple tap or on-screen buttons, which work well on touch screens.