Puffdash

Puffdash is a 3D balloon runner that runs in your browser. A small purple runner holds a balloon and dashes down a floating road on its own; you press and drag left and right to steer, pick up balloons and reach the chequered finish.

How to play

1. Click once on TAP TO START. The runner sets off on its own.
2. Press and hold the mouse button and drag left or right to steer. On a touch screen, drag with your finger.
3. Run through the red, blue and green balloons; a +1 pops up when you pick one up.
4. Watch for the coloured strips across the road and the ramps marked with arrows.
5. Reach the chequered finish. If you fall or fail, a LEVEL FAILED screen shows a RETRY button.

What you see on screen

• Top: the current level, such as LEVEL 1.
• Road: white and grey stripes with red edges, floating above the sea.
• Short comments such as SUPER appear as you collect balloons.
• Fail screen: LEVEL FAILED, an angry face and RETRY.

Tips

• Do not wait. In our three hands-off tests the runner reached LEVEL FAILED every time, so steer from the first second.
• Drag in small moves; the column is narrow and big swings throw you off the road.
• Look ahead for the orange ramps and plan your line before you reach them.
• Read our balloon run tips for the numbers behind these tips.

Frequently asked questions

How do I steer in Puffdash?

Press and hold the mouse button and drag left or right. On a touch screen, drag with your finger.

What happens if I do not steer?

The runner keeps going, but the run ended in LEVEL FAILED in all three of our hands-off tests.

How do I start a level?

Click once where it says TAP TO START.

How do I try again after failing?

Press the RETRY button on the LEVEL FAILED screen.

Can I play on a phone?

Yes. The game is built as a tall phone-style column and is played by dragging.

Is Puffdash free to play?

Yes. You can play it in your browser on Yes This Game with no download and no sign-up.