Kakapo Run

The kākāpō is a flightless parrot that is only found in New Zealand and is currently an endangered species. Despite being the heaviest parrot on Earth, the kākāpō is facing serious threats and needs to start running for its life to survive from invasive predators. This is where the Kākāpō Run game comes in.

Kākāpō Run is a classic endless-runner game where players must explore the wilderness, find the kākāpō, and safely bring them to Sanctuary Island. Along the way, players must avoid predators such as rats and stoats, which are major threats to the kākāpō and its chicks. To stay alive in the game, players must run, jump, and dodge obstacles while also knocking out or evading predators.

The game features various environments inspired by New Zealand's unique landscape, including forests, shorelines, and cities. Players can collect feathers to score extra points and use them to purchase skins, accessories, and hats for their kākāpō. They can also collect rimu seeds to power up, or purchase them from the in-game shop. If a player dies before completing a level, they can answer a quiz question to continue running as a reward.

Aside from being a fun and addictive game, Kākāpō Run also aims to educate players about the kākāpō and its conservation efforts. Players can learn about the kākāpō through loading screens, trivia questions, and impact points. They can also hear the unique sounds of real kākāpō, including their unusual mating call.

Kākāpō Run was created by On the Edge, a company that is working with indigenous communities and conservation groups in New Zealand to help save the kākāpō in real life. By playing the game, players can also contribute to the protection of this unique bird. The game is free to download and play, but offers in-game purchases. So, let's start running and help save the kākāpō!