Tom Runner is a browser-based arcade game that runs instantly, with nothing to install. It leans on parkour & running, so expect short rounds you can repeat. You can jump in for two minutes or lose an hour to it; either works.
About Tom Runner
Tom Runner, join Tom and help him run through an endless level filled with various obstacles. How far do you think you can run without getting caught? Run To Run! The character must move and jump over obstacles as soon as he can. Your goal in this game is to make Tom run while avoiding obstacles as best as possible.
How to play Tom Runner
The opening minute doubles as the tutorial. Load the game above and it fills the player in landscape. On desktop use the fullscreen button for the largest possible view; on a phone, turn the device sideways. Take the first run as practice and the second one seriously.
Controls
| Input | Action |
|---|---|
| Arrow keys / WASD | Run and change lane |
| Spacebar | Jump |
| Shift | Slide |
On mobile: Tap and swipe on screen. Turn your phone sideways — this game is designed for landscape and fills a horizontal screen.
Why it is worth playing
Tom Runner does one thing and does it properly. There is no bloat around the edges, which is exactly what you want from a browser game.
At a glance
- Free to play with no account required
- Runs in the browser — nothing to download or install
- Landscape layout with fullscreen support
- Keyboard and mouse on desktop, full touch support on mobile.
- Parkour & Running gameplay — Keep moving and never look down
- Added to our catalogue from a 2022 release
Frequently asked questions
Is Tom Runner free to play?
Yes. Tom Runner is completely free and runs in your browser. There is no purchase, no subscription and no account needed — open the page and play.
Do I need to download or install anything?
No. Tom Runner is an HTML5 game that runs inside the page itself. There is nothing to install, no plugin and no launcher — it loads like any other web page.
Can I play Tom Runner on my phone?
Yes. Tap and swipe on screen. Turn your phone sideways — this game is designed for landscape and fills a horizontal screen.
What are the controls for Tom Runner?
Keyboard and mouse on desktop, full touch support on mobile. Arrow keys / WASD — run and change lane; Spacebar — jump; Shift — slide.
Can I play Tom Runner fullscreen?
Yes. Use the fullscreen button in the top-right of the game player to expand it to the whole screen, and press Escape to come back out.
What kind of game is Tom Runner?
Tom Runner is a arcade game built around parkour & running. If that is the sort of thing you enjoy, the related games further down the page are picked using the same tags.
