Best Short Session Games for a Quick Workout

Games with sessions under 30 minutes, so they fit a short run or ride. Want more? Browse every review or see our overall best of list.

1. 

   Brotato 3/3

   Treadmill and bike 3/3. Pause friendly: Yes

   Brotato is a wild ride from start to finish. Its unique premise and fast-paced action keep players hooked, with each run offering something new and...

2. 

   Among Us 3/3

   Treadmill and bike 3/3. Pause friendly: No

   Among Us has taken the gaming world by storm, combining social deduction with lighthearted gameplay that invites mystery and trust issues.

3. 

   Warframe 3/3

   Treadmill and bike 3/3. Pause friendly: No

   Warframe is an exhilarating free-to-play action RPG that has garnered a massive following since its initial release in 2013.

4. 

   Plants vs. Zombies GOTY Edition 3/3

   Treadmill and bike 3/3. Pause friendly: Yes

   Plants vs. Zombies GOTY Edition is a delightful tower defense game that manages to captivate players with its charming art style and innovative mechanics.

5. 

   BattleBit Remastered 3/3

   Treadmill and bike 3/3. Pause friendly: No

   BattleBit Remastered is a unique entry in the online shooter genre, with its blocky art style and retro graphics reminiscent of classic games while incorporating...

6. 

   World of Tanks Blitz 3/3

   Treadmill and bike 3/3. Pause friendly: No

   World of Tanks Blitz takes the iconic, tank-based warfare experience of its predecessor and shrinks it down to the palm of your hand.

7. 

   BattleBlock Theater 3/3

   Treadmill and bike 3/3. Pause friendly: Sometimes

   BattleBlock Theater is a delightful platformer that bursts with charm and creativity.

8. 

   A Dance of Fire and Ice 3/3

   Treadmill and bike 3/3. Pause friendly: Yes

   A Dance of Fire and Ice presents a captivating rhythmic gameplay experience that draws players in with its simplistic yet engaging mechanics.

9. 

   Broforce 3/3

   Treadmill and bike 3/3. Pause friendly: Yes

   Broforce is a side-scrolling run-and-gun game that excels in fast-paced action and pixelated nostalgia.

10. 

    PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS 2.67/3

    Treadmill and bike 3/3. Pause friendly: No

    Founded in the realm of battle royale gaming, PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS delivers thrilling combat while allowing gamers the flexibility of integrating fitness into their gameplay routines....

11. 

    Monster Hunter: World 2.67/3

    Treadmill and bike 3/3. Pause friendly: No

    Monster Hunter: World is a powerful entry in the iconic series by Capcom that invites players into a lush, open-world setting where they take on...

12. 

    Totally Accurate Battle Simulator 2.67/3

    Treadmill and bike 3/3. Pause friendly: Yes

    Totally Accurate Battle Simulator (TABS) is a quirky simulation game that lets players pit wacky units against each other in a myriad of battle scenarios....

13. 

    Teardown 2.67/3

    Treadmill and bike 3/3. Pause friendly: Yes

    Teardown is a voxel-based sandbox game that lets players unleash their inner demolitionist, combining creativity and chaos in a destructible world.

14. 

    FIFA 22 2.67/3

    Treadmill and bike 3/3. Pause friendly: Sometimes

    FIFA 22 brings back the exhilarating simulation that fans of the franchise have come to love, but how does it fare as a game that...

15. 

    Buckshot Roulette 2.67/3

    Treadmill and bike 3/3. Pause friendly: Yes

    Buckshot Roulette catapults players into a fast-paced universe brimming with chaotic shootouts and zany environments.

16. 

    Golf With Your Friends 2.67/3

    Treadmill and bike 3/3. Pause friendly: No

    Golf With Your Friends takes a classic sport and gives it a whimsical, multiplayer twist, creating an engaging experience for players seeking fun interactions while...

17. 

    AdVenture Capitalist 2.67/3

    Treadmill and bike 3/3. Pause friendly: Yes

    AdVenture Capitalist is a quirky idle clicker game that invites players to engage in the thrilling world of business tycoons.

18. 

    Hades II 2.65/3

    Treadmill and bike 3/3. Pause friendly: Yes

    Hades II provides an incredibly engaging gameplay experience.

19. 

    EA SPORTS FIFA 23 2.33/3

    Treadmill and bike 3/3. Pause friendly: Sometimes

    As a fitness enthusiast and avid gamer, I’ve been on the lookout for games that allow me to combine my love for exercise with engaging...

20. 

    Team Fortress 2 2.67/3

    Treadmill and bike 2/3. Pause friendly: No

    Valve's Team Fortress 2 is an iconic team-based multiplayer shooter that has captured the hearts of gamers since its release in 2007.

21. 

    Rocket League 2.67/3

    Treadmill and bike 2/3. Pause friendly: No

    Rocket League is a high-octane blend of soccer and vehicular mayhem that has taken the gaming world by storm.

22. 

    Geometry Dash 2.67/3

    Treadmill and bike 2/3. Pause friendly: Yes

    If you’re looking for a thrilling way to keep your heart rate up while you exercise, Geometry Dash is an exhilarating choice.

23. 

    Deep Rock Galactic 2.67/3

    Treadmill and bike 2/3. Pause friendly: Sometimes

    The gameplay in Deep Rock Galactic thrives on its fast-paced cooperative missions that never seem to have a dull moment.

24. 

    Counter-Strike: Source 2.67/3

    Treadmill and bike 2/3. Pause friendly: No

    Counter-Strike: Source (CS:S) stands as one of the quintessential multiplayer first-person shooters, combining strategic gameplay with fast-paced action.

25. 

    Helltaker 2.67/3

    Treadmill and bike 2/3. Pause friendly: Yes

    Helltaker is a unique puzzle indie game that has gained a considerable following thanks to its charming graphics, witty dialogue, and engaging mechanics.