I’ve mentioned before what a fan I am of both Rayman Jungle Run ($2.99) and Rayman Fiesta Run ($2.99). Platformers are probably my all-time favorite genre, and nothing can replace a traditional platformer with full movement and exploration. However, the Rayman runner games have shown me that you can provide a different but just as satisfying experience in an auto-runner as long as the character movement and level design is on the money. With a new Rayman runner just around the corner, developer AB Mirage is hoping to hit that same mark of success with their upcoming game Run and Rock-It Kristie.
As you can see, Run and Rock-It Kristie is an auto-running platformer that tasks you with getting protagonist Kristie to her gig each day so she can bust out hot guitar solos. I really like the art style in this one, which reminds me a lot of the Giana Sisters ($1.99) revamp that released on iOS several years ago. Run and Rock-It Kristie will come with 3 tours of 10 levels each, with plans for new levels already in the works. The game will be free to download and come with the entire first tour, then a one-time IAP will unlock the additional two tours. All future levels will be free. Like the old days!
You can find a ton of screenshots and some more information in the game’s forum thread, and keep your eye out for Kristie when she comes knock knock knocking on the App Store’s door this coming Saturday, December 5th.
