Gameplay Overview
FangDash is a free browser-based endless runner where your wolf auto-runs; jump to dodge procedurally generated obstacles and climb the leaderboards
TL;DR — Your wolf runs forward on its own, so you only control the jump. Clear obstacles, survive as long as you can, and the game speeds up the further you go. You score 10 points per second survived plus 50 for every obstacle cleared, and every point is 1 XP toward your level.
FangDash is a free, open-source endless runner built for Twitch streamers and their communities. Your wolf runs forward automatically — your only job is to time jumps, survive, and rack up the highest score you can.
The basics
| # | Rule |
|---|---|
| 1 | Your wolf runs automatically — you don't control speed |
| 2 | Jump to avoid obstacles — tap, click, or press Space to jump barriers |
| 3 | The game gets harder — speed climbs and obstacles crowd in the further you go |
| 4 | Score points — earn points for time survived and obstacles cleared |
| 5 | Earn XP — every point scored = 1 XP toward your level |
You can play solo without an account. Sign in with Twitch to save your scores, XP, achievements, and skins, and to unlock multiplayer racing.
Obstacle types
You'll face four obstacle types as you run:
| Obstacle | Notes |
|---|---|
| Rock | Low and wide — an easy single jump |
| Log | Medium height — standard timing |
| Bush | Low and fast-approaching |
| Spike | Tall — demands careful timing |
Which obstacles appear, how fast they come, and how many share the screen all scale with the difficulty tier you reach.
Obstacles are procedurally generated, so no two solo runs are alike. In multiplayer, one shared seed drives an identical course for everyone in the room, so races are fair by construction.
Tips for new players
- Don't panic — The game starts slow. Use the early section to settle into the rhythm.
- Look ahead — Watch what's coming, not just what's right in front of your wolf.
- Master the jump — You get up to two jumps (double jump), and holding jump goes higher while releasing early cuts it short. See Controls for the full breakdown.
- Just keep playing — Several achievements unlock from games played, not score, so every run counts.
Learn more
Controls
Keyboard and touch inputs, double jump, and variable jump height.
Scoring
How points, distance, and anti-cheat validation work.
Difficulty
The five tiers and how the game ramps up.
Mods
Challenge modifiers and their score multipliers.
Level System
XP, levels, and race placement bonuses.
Leaderboard
Rankings, difficulty filters, and time periods.
Common Errors & Fixes
Troubleshoot common FangDash errors — Twitch OAuth failures, API 401/403/429 rate limits, D1 database issues, PartyKit WebSocket drops, and build failures.
Controls
Learn every FangDash control — jump with Space, tap or click to jump, double jump, hold for a higher jump, and pause with Escape.