Lisa Mior
CGMagazineI Hate Running Backwards (PC) Review
Published 5/22/2018
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PS4 / Linux / PC / XONE / Switch - 5/22/2018
I Hate Running Backwards
I Hate Running Backwards is a fast paced infinite runner hybrid that puts the shoot 'em up genre on its head! Pick your character and blast away at enemies with a high powered weapons arsenal. Earn perks and get stronger as you defeat challenging bosses.
- Developer
- Binx Interactive
- Publisher
- Croteam, Devolver Digital
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Critic avg
70
12 scored reviews
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12
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Score range
50–80
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Mixed response
Score range is 21–30 points
Critic landscape
The critic average is 70 across 12 scored reviews, with a 30-point spread. That suggests a mixed critic response rather than a single clear read.
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80–895 reviews · 42%
70–793 reviews · 25%
Below 704 reviews · 33%
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Dennis Stephens
Digital ChumpsI Hate Running Backwards
Published 3/19/2017
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