Run away from Ghosts Guide: Basic controls
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OverviewRun away from Ghosts! (Escape Obby) drops you into a ghost-filled world where your only job is to reach the goal before the ghosts catch you. This guide covers the controls, how to dodge ghosts, and how to read each stage so you can clear it without starting over too many times.
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Run away from Ghosts! (Escape Obby)
Basic controls
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Movement and jumping are everything in this game. You have no weapons or power-ups, so quick feet are your only tool.
- Move with WASD or the arrow keys.
- Jump with the spacebar to clear obstacles and dodge ghosts.
- Use jumping to change your height, which can put barriers between you and a ghost.
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How to survive each stage
StepEach stage is an obstacle course you have to escape while ghosts chase you. Rushing straight ahead without a plan is the fastest way to get caught. A few seconds of observation at the start pays off later.
- Scan the stage before you sprint, spot where the goal is and where the ghosts are coming from.
- Pick a route identify at least two paths so you have a backup if the first one gets blocked.
- Use the environment pass between buildings, climb stairs, and find spots where the ghosts cannot follow easily.
- Break line of sight obstacles and walls between you and a ghost buy you extra distance.
- Check behind you a quick glance tells you whether to speed up, jump, or change direction.
- Try a different route if you keep getting caught in the same spot, the current path is not working; switch it up.
Keeping ghosts at a distance
TipsGhosts chase you at a consistent speed, which means a straight flat run gives them every advantage. The stage layout is full of features that slow them down or cut them off entirely.
- Prefer routes with height changes — stairs and elevated paths can create gaps a ghost cannot cross quickly.
- Use buildings and walls to break a ghost's direct path toward you.
- Time your jumps carefully; the difference in fall speed between you and a ghost can create breathing room.
What happens when a ghost catches you
WarnIf a ghost reaches you, it is game over for that run and you restart the stage from scratch. You can retry as many times as you like.
Free-to-play and the leaderboard
SummaryThere are no paid items or equipment upgrades. Every player enters each stage on equal footing, so ranking higher comes down to practice and route knowledge.
- Cost to play free; no purchases required for any stage.
- Leaderboard ranks players by clear time, not by spending.
- Improvement path replaying stages and refining your route is the only way to climb the leaderboard.
- Future content the developer has indicated more updates and possible new game modes are planned.
Glossary
Glossary- Obby
- Short for obstacle course — a Roblox game genre where you jump and run through a series of challenges to reach the end.
- Goal
- The endpoint of each stage that you must reach to clear it.
- Leaderboard
- An in-game rankings board that displays players' clear times so you can see how you compare to others.
Common questions
FAQWhat happens if a ghost catches me?
The run ends and you restart the stage from the very beginning. You can retry as many times as you need.
Do I need to spend Robux to clear all the stages?
No — every stage is accessible without any purchase. There are no items or upgrades to buy, so all players compete on equal terms.
How does the leaderboard work?
The leaderboard tracks and displays clear times so you can see where you stand against other players. Improving your time means learning faster routes and making fewer mistakes, not spending anything.
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