Free Running

Nintendo DS · Sports

Free Running

Deep cut

SystemNintendo DS
GenreSports
DeveloperRebellion Developments
PublisherUbisoft
Players1 player
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 1

Released for the Nintendo DS, Free Running is a sports game developed by Rebellion Developments and published by Ubisoft.

Rebellion Developments also made Star Wars Battlefront: Elite Squadron and PDC World Championship Darts 2009 for the DS.

This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.

Pick it if…

  • you want to race and compete
  • you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
  • you've played the DS hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you need current teams and rosters
  • you are looking for something to play with friends

What playing Free Running is like

Sports games bring football, baseball, hockey, golf, tennis, wrestling and more to the console, from simulation-style management to over-the-top arcade action.

Tip for newcomers: Arcade-style sports games are the easiest to enjoy today; simulation titles may have outdated rosters but still offer satisfying gameplay.

Free Running walkthroughs & guides

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Playing DS games today

Many DS games rely on the touchscreen and stylus, so they play best on original hardware, a 3DS, or an emulator with mouse or touch input such as Rec0m88. The library is enormous, which makes a recommendation engine especially handy.

Free Running FAQ

Who made Free Running?

It was developed by Rebellion Developments and published by Ubisoft.

Is Free Running multiplayer?

No. Free Running is a single-player game.

How long does Free Running take to play?

As a sports game, Free Running typically falls into the "Quick session" category: under an hour, or endless arcade fun. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.

Read more about Free Running on Wikipedia. Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.

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