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At its core, dreadhead parkour is a 2D side scrolling platformer centered on parkour style movement. You control a character with distinctive dreadlocks, sprinting and jumping across rooftops, platforms, and hazards. The levels are usually short but demanding, pushing you to master timing and precision.
There’s no deep story or long tutorials. Instead, you’re dropped straight into the action and learn by doing. The focus is on:
• Quick runs through compact levels
• Simple controls you can pick up in seconds
• Gradually trickier obstacle patterns that test your reflexes
It’s the kind of game you can open in your browser during a break and play a few levels without a big time commitment.
Gameplay: How It Works
Even though dreadhead parkour looks simple, the way it feels to play is where the fun lies. Here’s a breakdown of how the game usually flows.

1. Basic Controls
   Controls can vary slightly depending on where you play, but they tend to follow a common pattern:
   • Move / Run: Arrow keys or A/D keys
   • Jump: Spacebar or the up arrow
   • Double Jump / Advanced Moves (if included): Press jump again in mid air
   The idea is that you don’t need a controller or complex key combos. Within a minute, you understand how to move and jump; the challenge comes from applying those simple actions at the right moment.
2. Level Design and Obstacles
   Levels in dreadhead parkour usually scroll from left to right, and your character needs to:
   • Jump over gaps
   • Dodge spikes or other deadly hazards
   • Land on moving or small platforms
   • React quickly to sudden changes in terrain
   The design is often built around rhythm. A good run feels almost like a dance: jump, land, jump again, adjust slightly in mid air, and keep going. Early levels are forgiving and teach you the basics. Later ones expect you to chain movements together without hesitation.
3. Flow and Momentum
   A big part of the experience is maintaining your momentum:
   • Stopping too often makes jumps harder because you lose your sense of timing.
   • Running smoothly helps you “feel” when to jump, even without staring at exact positions.
   Some sections are clearly designed to be done in one clean sequence. Once you figure out the pattern, executing it correctly can feel very satisfying—especially if you failed that part several times before.
4. Trial and Error
   Like many parkour and precision platformers, dreadhead parkour leans into trial and error:
   • You’ll miss jumps, hit spikes, and mistime double jumps.
   • Restarting is usually quick, so you’re back at it almost immediately.
   • Each failure teaches you a small lesson about spacing or timing.
   Over time, you start to recognize patterns and anticipate trouble spots before you reach them.