BeatRun
BeatRun is an infinite runner built with three.js. It leans on layered parallax, volumetric smoke sprites, and a chill synth loop that ramps with speed.
Core loop
- Shift between three lanes to avoid neon obstacles.
- Distance increases speed, which tightens the rhythm and the visuals.
- Near misses boost the flow meter.
Visual stack
- Repeating road texture with animated emissive lane markers.
- Multi-depth starfields and ribbon planes for parallax depth.
- Particle dust and smoke sprites tied to the runner.
Audio
- Web Audio pad with low-pass motion for the ambient bed.
- Rhythmic synth plucks and a soft bass pulse synced to BPM.
Controls
- Arrow keys or A/D to change lanes.
- Tap left or right on mobile.
- M toggles audio, P pauses.
Ideas to extend
- Add jump or slide moves with beat-synced obstacles.
- Spawn collectible pulses that add temporary speed boosts.
- Swap palettes based on distance milestones.