Tampon Run

About

Tampon Run is a side-scrolling runner where you control Luna dodging obstacles while flinging tampons at opponents. The goal is to eliminate menstruation stigma by outmaneuvering characters who try to block or mock your progress. Gameplay mixes quick reflexes with humor as you collect supplies and avoid censorship-themed hazards like giant rulers or pad-filled projectiles. The cartoonish art style keeps the tone light even as it tackles serious topics. The game gained attention for its bold approach to a rarely discussed subject. Released in 2014 it became a viral conversation starter blending satire with education. Players navigate increasing difficulty as enemies grow more aggressive mirroring real-world challenges around period health. Available on iOS and web browsers it remains a brief but impactful experience clocking in under ten minutes per run. Developer Andrea Gonzales worked with advocates to ensure accuracy balancing irreverence with respect for the issues it highlights.