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Meat Boy races through trap-filled stages, timing jumps, slides and punches in an auto-runner quest to rescue his kidnapped child.
Released 10 Jan 2022
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Super Meat Boy is back! This time around Meat Boy is always running, literally it's an auto-runner. You will jump, dive, slide and punch your way through brutal levels and mean boss fights. We designed 5,000+ levels so you can play the game over and over without seeing the same level twice.
Developed by Team Meat · Published by Team Meat









Set years after the earlier game, Super Meat Boy Forever follows Meat Boy and Bandage Girl as they pursue Dr. Fetus after he kidnaps their baby, Nugget.
Meat Boy runs constantly, so players time jumps, dives, slides, wall-jumps and attacks to get through hazards and enemies. The stages also include boss fights that test those actions.
Stages combine handcrafted sections, and a new campaign can present a different arrangement. Optional collectibles, warp zones, unlockable characters and harder stage variants add challenges beyond the main route.
Players who enjoy the game often describe its fast, demanding stages as rewarding once they learn the timing, and appreciate how new mechanics add variety. Art, animation and cutscenes also draw frequent praise. Reactions are sharply divided: many reviewers find the auto-run format and some later levels or boss fights frustrating, while others enjoy the distinct approach.
| Platforms | Windows |
|---|---|
| Achievements | 36 |
| Age ratings |
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| Controller support | Xbox |
| Controller required | No |
| DLC / extras | 1 listed on Steam |
| Metacritic | 70/100 View on Metacritic |
| Website | Official website |
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