The BIT.TRIP series was one of the standout experiences of WiiWare, offering up a handful of artistic games that told of the bizarre journey of Commander Video. The fourth game in this series, BIT.TRIP Runner, was arguably one of the better games, mixing rhythm game elements with platforming to make for a fast-paced and catchy adventure. Several years later, Runner 2 released on Wii U and other platforms as a continuation of the concept. Now, it seems thatthe Runner games are going to be made into a trilogy.
Choice Provisions just opened a teaser site for Runner 3, with a planned release window of 2017. No platforms have been announced yet, but it's fair to assume that the game will likely have some sort of Nintendo release given the series' history. The website will also function as a developers' blog, where various team members attached to the project will chime in with updates on how development is going once per week. Occasionally, there will also be polls or feedback options so the community can help shape what the final product will look like. Here's the teaser:
Also, Charles Martinet will be returning to lend his voice talents once more.
What do you think? Did you like Runner 2? How would you like this one to be different? Drop us a comment in the section below.
[source runner3.game, via twitter.com]
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Awesome. Loved the first two.
I only got on this series with the 3DS compilation, but I loved every minute of it. Really looking forward to this.
Woot!
@MitchVogel You should try runner 2. It's sublime.
Barely played the first one, but loved the second. Certainly one to keep an eye on.
Played through the first one on my 3DS. Played through the second one on my Wii U. I wouldn't mind playing the third one on my NX!
It's funny how the Bit.Trip series technically ended, but the Runner games are continuing. I aint mad, though. The games are pretty dang good!
With a series that has so much love I have yet to try it. This may be my time. Never been a fan of runner games but these seem to stand out.
Charles Martinet is voicing again. The important part is already handled.
@faint I did, that was fantastic. I kinda hope they keep this series going, I'd like more Bit trip games.
I got the Bit.Trip Complete a couple years ago and got Runner 2 not too long after it came out. I enjoyed most of the original ones on Complete; and while I really liked the art style, humor and Charles Martinet's VA in Runner 2, something about the rhythm seemed off compared to the first one.
Its cool to hear a three-quel is in the works and I look forward to learning more!
I absolutely adore the Bit.Trip Runner games. This is seriously great news.
I'm all for more Future Legends of Rhythm Aliens.
YES!!!
I have every Bit.Trip game so far. I got 100% on every difficulty in Runner 2. Such a great game.
Assuming it is released on Wii U or more likely NX I consider this a definite purchase. Runner 2 is one of the best games on the E-Shop so I will be glad to take some more of that auto running goodness!
Looks like this one might have more to do with vehicles, judging by the promo image. Less running, more driving.
I think I got Runner 2 in the Nindie Bundle but never redeemed it, maybe I'll give it a try.
"No platforms have been announced yet"
I really don't understand how Nintendo expects other companies to get on board with NX if they won't reveal it. Not just this game, but Yooka-Laylee, Skylanders Imaginators, Lego Dimensions, the kinds of games that you would expect to see on a Nintendo console. One of the downfalls of launching in March in the first place is missing out on those games when they release, but we don't know what series will or won't eventually arrive on it. Madden? FIFA? CoD? Gotta show the system so we can see the games. B/c it's not about the hardware, it's about the games. Nintendo is making this WAY TOO MUCH about the hardware.
Wooooooo yeah! Runner 2 was one of my favorite downloadable games ever!
All of my yes. Can't wait for this!
Count me in again!
Played the first one and I loved it, so yeah another game is a great idea.
Great. Finished the first two games on my 3DS / Wii U, and really looking forward to play the third installment
"RUNNER 3! FURTHER LEGEND OF RHYTHM ALIEN!"
runner2 indeed is sublime. and it felt to me like the absolute maximum that could be achieved in the genre. hopefully they prove me wrong
Love these games. I will admit that I wear out on them before I finish them, though. Also, as much as Runner 2 is a unique wacky expression I prefer the bit.trip.runner aesthetic overall. One day I'll go back and get further in these. My daughter can't get enough of runners, which surprises me.
I really prefer bit.trip.beat in a tetris sort of way, as in all the others aren't as good as the original — and I'm talking twist-wii-remote-controls original... except maybe runner because it stands apart pretty well.
I used to stay up till 4am (on a work night) playing the original Bit.Trip Runner. But I barely play Runner 2. Something about it just isn't as epic for me.
I've been waiting forever for a sequel. I liked the first Bit Trip games okay, and Runner 1 has pretty good, but the difficulty was a bit much for me, but Runner 2 seemed just about perfect. I always hoped that they'd release some new levels on DLC for it, but a sequel is even better (hopefully).
Sign me up, dagnabbit.
Runner 2 is quality so don't mind a runner 3 coming on the NX.
i still need to get the first one.
Loved number 2, looking forward to it!
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