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Dev tools · June 11, 2018

An infinite runner for the command line, because why not

An infinite runner in your terminal. Contribute to smallhadroncollider/ascii-runner development by creating an account on GitHub.

An infinite runner for the command line, because why not launched on June 11, 2018 with 65 votes, #685 of 2,653 launches that month and more than 90% of that year's launches. The site was still online in September 2026, 8 years on.

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An infinite runner game playable entirely within the command line interface. Players navigate through endless obstacles in a text-based environment. Designed for anyone looking for a quirky, nostalgic gaming experience during terminal sessions. The game combines retro gameplay mechanics with the minimalist aesthetic of command-line interfaces, offering a lighthearted break from typical desktop applications.

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