Ragdoll Runners

A physics-based athletics simulator built around eight events, including sprinting, the long jump, the triple jump and hurdles. Each of the athlete’s legs is controlled separately: two keys handle running and jumping, while a third lets the athlete lean forward at key moments, such as at the finish or when clearing a hurdle. Success depends on timing rather than repeated button presses.

In solo play, competitors grow stronger as the athlete works toward becoming champion in each event. Up to four players can compete on the same computer, while online modes let players compare their results with world records and friends’ scores. Challenge mode pits players against increasingly difficult leaderboard records. The Daily Contest limits the number of attempts and awards points for performances across the events of the octathlon.