Temple Run 2

About

Temple Run 2 is a thrilling single-player action game with wonderful visuals, offering an endless runner experience filled with new obstacles and beautiful environments. Players can escape with the cursed idol while navigating perilous cliffs, zip lines, and lush forests, with special powers for each character and the ability to play offline. Heart-pounding gameplay ensures a high-score chase like no other.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

78%

Audience ScoreBased on 980 reviews

graphics71 positive mentions

monetization210 negative mentions

The game has stunning graphics and engaging gameplay that keeps players hooked.
The variety of maps and characters adds depth and excitement to the game.
Daily and global challenges provide a fun way to earn rewards and keep the game interesting.

The game frequently crashes or freezes, especially after updates, causing frustration.
There are too many ads, often appearing after every run, which disrupts gameplay.
Objectives related to collecting power-ups or artifacts are often bugged, making it difficult to progress.

monetization
230 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
6%
3%
91%
The monetization aspect of the game has drawn significant criticism from users, primarily due to the overwhelming number of ads that interrupt gameplay, often appearing after every run. Many players express frustration over the intrusive nature of these ads, which detract from the overall experience, and report issues with in-app purchases, including paying for ad removal yet still encountering ads. While some acknowledge the necessity of ads in free games, the consensus is that the frequency and length of ads have become excessive, leading to a diminished enjoyment of the game.
- “The microtransactions, while mostly just cosmetic, will try to tempt you into spending gems but it isn't intrusive.”
- “I suggest buying no ads, it's not too expensive and it makes the game actually playable.”
- “It's decent... it has a lot of microtransactions, but after all, it is a free game.”
- “The excessive number of ads has taken away the enjoyment of playing, since now it is just irritating.”
- “I paid actual real money for the game not to have any ads only for it to tell me that I have to watch an ad to get a reward I've already earned.”
- “The sheer quantity of ads is a bit out of control.”
graphics
150 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
47%
49%
4%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many players praising the vibrant and detailed environments, as well as the overall visual appeal. However, some users express disappointment over recent updates that have led to graphical glitches, lag, and a perceived decline in quality. Overall, while the graphics are often highlighted as a strong point, there are significant concerns regarding consistency and performance following updates.
- “New games all the time and out of this world graphics!”
- “The graphics are stunning, the gameplay is fast-paced and exhilarating, and the power-ups and obstacles keep you on your toes at all times.”
- “This game is a true testament to the power of mobile gaming, as it seamlessly blends stunning graphics, engaging gameplay, and simple yet intuitive controls to create an unforgettable experience.”
- “Halloween graphics hurt the eyes and are too hard to see.”
- “The graphics are choppy and the characters don't react like they used to.”
- “The graphics suck and the entire experience is very laggy.”
gameplay
49 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
45%
45%
10%
Overall, the gameplay is praised for its smoothness, responsiveness, and engaging mechanics, making it addictive and enjoyable for many players. However, issues such as frequent ads, lag, and occasional bugs detract from the experience, leading to frustration for some users. While the graphics and controls are often highlighted as strong points, the gameplay can feel inconsistent, particularly with the presence of ads and performance issues on certain devices.
- “Overall, the graphics are my favorite part of this game; it hardly lags, and gameplay is relatively smooth.”
- “The gameplay itself is fine - simple and responsive.”
- “This game is a true testament to the power of mobile gaming, as it seamlessly blends stunning graphics, engaging gameplay, and simple yet intuitive controls to create an unforgettable experience.”
- “The penchant for ads and internet access during gameplay makes this app unplayable even on a quad-core Note 10.1 tablet.”
- “The gameplay is choppy and there's no way to tell progress in the game.”
- “The lag in the gameplay makes runs impossible, and the new layout of the menus is too confusing with no labels.”
stability
47 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
6%
2%
91%
The stability of the game has received mixed reviews, with many users reporting frequent freezes, glitches, and crashes, particularly after recent updates. While some players note that the game runs smoothly without issues, a significant number express frustration over unresponsive controls and lost progress, leading to a diminished overall experience. Despite regular updates aimed at fixing these problems, many players feel that the game remains buggy and unstable, impacting their enjoyment.
- “The best running game I have played as there are no ads popping up, and it runs smoothly with very few glitches while consuming very little MB and power.”
- “Everything else is perfect; the game is regularly updated, and there are no glitches at all.”
- “And... there are no glitches at all!”
- “Oh, and after I sit through an interminable ad, the game freezes and I have to exit.”
- “Now it freezes and stutters on a strong Wi-Fi connection, fails to react to screen gestures, and is effectively broken.”
- “Very annoying when you have a high score, sit through a pointless ad then it freezes and you lose everything.”
story
34 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
9%
82%
9%
The game's story aspect is criticized for its lack of depth and engaging narrative, with many players expressing a desire for a more developed backstory that explains the lore and significance of the characters and settings. While some appreciate the simplicity of the plot, they find the repetitive nature of missions and quests tedious, leading to frustration with gameplay that feels overly reliant on daily challenges and monetization. Overall, players feel that the absence of a compelling story detracts from the overall experience, suggesting that a richer narrative could enhance player engagement.
- “Like some animated backstory of runners (characters and maps) and also some extended animations like if I run into an obstacle with the shield power-up, the obstacle breaks and the pieces fall down.”
- “If you could only add a first-person perspective mode which could be changed easily with the third-person perspective mode, it would be great. Also, a story following along the line would be very intuitive; I mean, come on, only visuals and endless running will eventually get a thumbs down, especially in today's market, but including a story will hold the players on their seat!”
- “True, there isn't much of a plot, and it would be nice if there were a story at the start to give us a background on the lore surrounding the ancient people, their ruin, the guardian gorillas, and the idol's importance.”
- “No character selection, no boost upgrades, no objectives and quests, and no other maps except the jungle map.”
- “While the game is fun at a certain point, it becomes so tedious to complete missions without using money.”
music
19 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
21%
63%
16%
The music in the game is generally well-received, with many players appreciating its thematic integration and enjoyment during gameplay. However, issues such as music disconnection, intrusive ad sounds, and dissatisfaction with recent soundtrack changes have been noted. Overall, while the music enhances the gaming experience, technical glitches and ad interruptions detract from its enjoyment.
- “The music plays nicely with the theme.”
- “My favorite moment while playing is listening to music and playing this game; they are really suitable for each other.”
- “Music is such an integral part of any game.”
- “I removed ads and sometimes the music disconnects when turning off my screen, which I have to restart the game to get it back.”
- “Even if you set the game to silent, the video ads will blast very loud music!”
- “But I want to say this to the developers, please bring back the old soundtrack for Spooky Summit because it sounds better than the new one.”
grinding
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding in the game to be a mixed experience; while some challenges are enjoyable and not overly difficult, many feel that the overall grind becomes tedious and detracts from the fun. Although the level grinding is present, it is not as excessive as in some other games, yet the lack of variety and global challenges contributes to a sense of boredom for many players. Overall, the grind can be manageable for those who enjoy it, but it risks becoming a chore for others.
- “This game has become extremely tedious, grindy, and just not fun anymore.”
- “Without the variety in challenges and runners and no global challenges, the game is becoming tedious and boring.”
- “While the game is fun at a certain point, it becomes so tedious to complete missions without using money.”
optimization
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
83%
50%
Overall, user feedback on the game's optimization is mixed. While some players report smooth performance and enjoyable gameplay, others experience significant framerate drops, glitches, and issues with logging out, indicating that further optimization is needed for a consistently good experience across all devices.
- “Anna, this game runs smoothly and gives me a lot to play.”
- “Everything runs smoothly on my phone as well.”
- “Need more optimizations, but the game is really good and awesome.”
- “Performance has also tanked; for some reason, my framerate is way down now.”
- “The game is poorly optimized, leading to frequent stutters and long loading times.”
- “I experience constant lag and crashes, making it nearly unplayable.”
humor
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is highlighted by the amusing ways characters meet their demise, which many players find entertaining. However, some users express frustration with gameplay mechanics and excessive ads, suggesting that while the humor can be enjoyable, it is overshadowed by technical issues and monetization tactics. Overall, the humor is a mixed bag, with some players appreciating the comedic elements while others feel let down by the game's execution.
- “The humorous ways the character 'dies' are just sensational.”
- “I find the latest set of Christmas maps are funny and enjoyable.”
- “It's funny that to set high scores, you need to be playing for a longer time.”
emotional
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players express a mix of emotional investment and frustration regarding the game's mechanics, highlighting a deep appreciation for its heartfelt elements while also feeling let down by issues like lack of save options. The emotional experience is further complicated by changes in gameplay that affect player engagement.
- “I had written such a heartfelt, appreciative review for Spooky Summit years ago.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
Players appreciate the game's enhanced replayability due to its diverse playable characters, interactive environments, and a balanced token system that encourages effort over spending real money. However, some users express frustration over the lack of offline play, which affects their overall rating.
- “It's got more playable characters, an interactive environment, better graphics (if your phone can handle the highest settings), and a very balanced token system that rewards effort rather than actual real money. I hardly give apps a five-star rating, but this game has improved a lot since the first one.”
- “Reported for lying plus reducing stars until this is made an offline anywhere playable game.”