Chase Me!

About

Chase Me! is a frantic coin-collecting game for the Atari 8-bit line. You run around gathering coins while dodging guardians that chase you. The guardians close in as you move, forcing quick decisions between collecting and escaping. Controls are simple but responsive, with a retro aesthetic that fits the platform. The game’s short runtime focuses on pure tension and repetition, with each run feeling like a test of speed and reflexes. Despite its tiny footprint, Chase Me! packs a surprising amount of tension. It was built for the 2024 NOMAM BASIC 10-liners contest, written in FastBasic 4.6 to fit strict byte limits. The EXTREM-256 category adds a layer of technical challenge, and the result is a tight, twitchy experience that highlights the Atari’s capabilities. Players on Atari forums praise its simplicity and replay value, with some calling it one of the most polished entries in the contest. The game’s charm lies in how it turns a basic formula into something addictive.