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For players who want to refine their movement through repeated short challenges.
Reviews distinguish the satisfaction of reaching the goal from pursuing faster, cleaner runs.
What makes it fun
Turn failed runs into a clear
Short stages let you try again quickly as you learn the order of obstacles and the timing of each jump. It feels rewarding when those practiced moves finally carry you to the goal.
Carry momentum into a wall jump
Getting the timing of a wall jump right lets you carry your momentum through a tricky stretch. When the movement goes as planned, getting across is satisfying in its own right.
Change the route with another character
Unlockable characters have different movement abilities. Switching characters changes the ways you can get through a stage you already know.
Game details
As of Oct 29, 2026- Steam Deck
- Verified
- Release date
- Dec 1, 2010
- Developer
- Team Meat
- Languages
- English ／ 2 languages total
A typical run
Jump from walls.
Pass hazards such as saws.
Tackle short stages.
Restart quickly after failure.
Face bosses too.
Core systems
Control configuration
The official PC update notes say buttonmap.cfg can configure in-game controls, without affecting menu controls.
Reviews contrast praise for fine control with difficulty adapting to inertia.
Unlockable characters
Other characters can be unlocked.
Reviewers enjoy trying differences in character movement.
Ironman achievements
The official update notes say Ironman achievements were added for every Dark World chapter.
Reviews point out the burden of no-death achievements.
What sets it apart
Reviewers find the pace of short-stage attempts helpful for continued practice.
Reviews discuss faster clears and the burden of no-death achievements as different concerns.
Reviews contrast the pleasure of controlling momentum with difficulty adapting to its slippery feel.
Learning curve and difficulty
Reviewers pursue faster completion as a further challenge.
Reviewers also enjoy detouring for collectibles or trying other characters, rather than only rushing to the goal.
No-death achievements receive harsh reactions; you can consider which challenges to pursue.
What players like
Players value the payoff when practised movements finally carry them through a difficult stage.
Players enjoy the movement controls while tackling stages.
Players enjoy the challenge of finishing quickly.
Collectibles or Dark World challenges give players reasons to return after clearing stages.
The pace of tackling short stages helps reviewers keep practising.
Players enjoy differences in movement abilities between characters.
Common complaints
Repeated attempts at difficult sections cause frustration or feel like a demanding practice commitment.
No-death achievement attempts are described as demanding.
Reviewers struggle with slippery-feeling inertia or how jump inputs respond.
Reviewers report launch, display, or runtime problems interfering with play.
Who it’s for
It suits players who want to improve both speed and precision on a short route.
It also suits players who want to choose further collection or challenge goals after a clear.
Who might not enjoy it
Repeated practice may feel burdensome if reaching new places matters more than retrying.
If achievements seem like light extras to you, first consider the no-death challenge reports.
FAQ
- Do players differ on the controls?
- Reviews include both praise for fine control and difficulty with inertia.
- Are achievements light extras?
- Reviewers describe no-death challenges as demanding.
- How do players receive short stages?
- Reviewers value a pace that encourages repeated practice.
- What about improving times?
- Reviewers enjoy pursuing faster clears.
These impressions are based on 100 Steam reviews sorted by “Most Helpful.” They do not represent the views of all buyers.
Image: Super Meat Boy on Steam