Temple Run 2

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Temple Run 2 is a single player survival platformer game. It was developed by Imangi Studios and was released on January 17, 2013. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

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graphics730 positive mentions

monetization889 negative mentions

Great graphics and engaging gameplay with various maps and characters.
The game is addictive and provides a fun way to pass the time.
Daily challenges and global challenges keep the gameplay interesting.

Too many ads that disrupt the gameplay experience.
Recent updates have caused glitches and unresponsiveness in controls.
Players often lose progress and in-game currency when switching devices.

graphics
1,103 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews from users, with many praising the vibrant visuals and detailed environments, describing them as "amazing" and "fantastic." However, several players express frustration over performance issues, such as lag and glitches, particularly after updates, which have led to a decline in graphical quality compared to earlier versions. Overall, while the graphics are often highlighted as a strong point, there are calls for improvements and optimizations to enhance the gaming experience.
- “Beautiful worlds and amazing artwork capture your senses with vibrant colors and exotic locations, other worlds that your dreams can barely fathom.”
- “The graphics, gameplay, the game itself is perfection.”
- “The graphics are amazing and so are the maps.”
- “The graphics suck and the entire experience is very laggy.”
- “I gave this game 5 stars before, but now it only deserves 2. The upgrades are nice, but the graphics are just the worst. The game movement settings are slower, very poor, and annoying considering how nice it previously was.”
- “The new update ruined the game; why would you remove the slide? We love the graphics; it's nostalgic, but it also lags the game really bad.”
monetization
982 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization aspect of the game has received overwhelmingly negative feedback from users, primarily due to the excessive number of ads that interrupt gameplay. Many players express frustration over the frequency and length of these ads, often stating that they detract significantly from the overall experience. Additionally, several users report issues with in-app purchases meant to remove ads, claiming that they still encounter ads despite having paid for ad-free gameplay. Overall, while some players acknowledge the need for ads in a free game, the consensus is that the current implementation is intrusive and detrimental to enjoyment.
- “I really like this game because it is an offline game and there are no ads. It is quite smooth; I've been playing this game for years, you should download it.”
- “My favorite thing about this game is that there isn't a strong emphasis on microtransactions, and you can earn everything through the game.”
- “This is the best game for me because I have been playing it for many years, and there are no ads. All of this makes it a very nice game.”
- “The ads make it virtually unplayable.”
- “I paid to have ads removed, but I am still getting ads after every run.”
- “This game has way too many ads.”
story
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The game's story and quest structure have received mixed reviews, with many players finding the missions repetitive and often frustrating, particularly when they require spending money to progress. While some appreciate the engaging graphics and the variety of characters, there is a strong desire for a more cohesive narrative and unique storylines to enhance the gameplay experience. Overall, players are calling for improvements in mission design and the introduction of a more compelling story to keep the game fresh and interesting.
- “I think like I have a relation with this story and from the Aztec temple and its background music is literally amazing.”
- “Temple Run 2 is one of the most interesting Android games, but this game should have a story so that we may get more fun and adventure.”
- “This was a nice and adventurous game because it had missions and quests every day. I think this was my best game in my life.”
- “I was enjoying TR2 having got all my abilities maxed out, completing daily quests every day, completing objectives and daily, weekly and global challenges only to then find for whatever reason it won't let me end a run... highly frustrating to say the least.”
- “Most of the objectives and quests after level 11 do not get completed... no matter what you do, they just sit there showing as incomplete, which might prompt me to uninstall the game.”
- “I like this game too much but I'm sad to see that there's no story again behind the character or game... but it's still a nice game.”
stability
164 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The stability of the game has received mixed reviews, with many users reporting frequent glitches, freezes, and crashes, particularly after recent updates. While some players appreciate the game's graphics and gameplay, the overwhelming presence of bugs and issues with progress saving have led to frustration and dissatisfaction. Overall, the game's stability is a significant concern, detracting from the overall experience for many users.
- “The controls are amazing, and there are no glitches yet.”
- “It is just amazing; I play it all the time and nothing seems to be wrong with it. It's not slow, it has no glitches, and it's not like other apps that I download and don't work because this one does work and it works amazing.”
- “No glitches, no lags, no bad things, only perfect.”
- “After so many Android updates, your app is still very buggy with too many advertisements. My saved progress is all lost, only back to the original state, with no options to restore all my purchases and game progress.”
- “The new update is awful; the menu is hard to navigate and the bugs and glitches make it not worth playing.”
- “This game was good; it was one of my favorite games, but after the update, it became the worst game. There are so many glitches, and I want the old version back.”
gameplay
154 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of Temple Run 2 is widely praised for its addictive nature, smooth controls, and engaging mechanics, making it a great time-killer with high replay value. While many users appreciate the graphics and character customization options, some express frustration with ads, occasional lag, and the need for more content and updates to keep the gameplay fresh. Overall, the game maintains a solid reputation for its fun and intuitive gameplay, despite some criticisms regarding recent changes and performance issues.
- “It's Temple Run 2; it's very addictive and fun, and I love the updates around holiday seasons. The gameplay is what makes this game special; you could play for hours on end because of how enjoyable it is.”
- “Amazing visuals, graphics, sound, and great gameplay. This game has everything!”
- “The gameplay is intuitive and rewarding, with lots of replay value - after years!”
- “I collect all the totems but then during the gameplay, the app shut itself and my score was lost. Now I have to start all over again.”
- “Gameplay is so laggy now and I can't navigate around.”
- “Very bad experience because Temple Run changed rapidly and graphics look like a poverty game, and gameplay is very bad compared to the old version.”
music
84 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players praising its fitting and engaging soundtracks that enhance the gameplay experience, particularly in specific maps like Spooky Summit and Lost Jungle. However, many users express frustration over the repetitiveness of certain tracks, glitches that prevent music from being muted, and the inability to play their own music simultaneously. Overall, while the music is appreciated by some, it also detracts from the experience for others due to its inconsistency and intrusive nature.
- “I love this game because the changing of the map is very awesome and the background music is super; that's why I will give 5 stars to this game.”
- “The graphics are just stunning for a mobile game and the music is fitting and well made.”
- “I love its graphics and mind-blowing game music, especially the Lost Jungle map's music and also Blazing Sands music; overall a lovely game I like it.”
- “But I want to say this to the developers, please bring back the old soundtrack for Spooky Summit; it sounded better than the new one.”
- “The only thing I don't like about it is because it won't let me play music in the background, such as Spotify.”
- “I will suggest you not download this game because of its terrible background music; no one wants that kind of music during the whole game, and there is no setting to stop it.”
humor
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The humor in the game is a standout feature, with players enjoying the amusing ways characters "die" and the quirky, funny messages that accompany these moments. Many reviews highlight the game's ability to entertain for hours, with humorous character designs and scenarios adding to the overall enjoyment. However, some players express frustration with ads and gameplay mechanics, suggesting that while the humor is a strong point, other aspects could use improvement.
- “The humorous ways the character 'dies' are just sensational.”
- “It will keep them content for hours, and when you die, it shows little funny text, and it's fun to just read them.”
- “It's so funny when the monster gets you; it's the cutest thing ever! I love Temple Run!”
- “Not funny anymore.”
- “It's not funny but it's chocolate.”
optimization
31 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, user reviews on optimization are mixed; while some players praise the game's smooth performance and graphics even on older devices, others report significant issues such as stuttering, lag, and poor responsiveness, particularly after updates. Many users express a desire for further optimizations to enhance gameplay and fix performance problems, especially on specific devices. Regular updates are noted as a positive aspect, but there are calls for improvements to ensure consistent performance across all platforms.
- “The game runs smoothly, even at the highest graphics settings on an old Galaxy S9, and I've gotten back to clearing 10 million+ point runs.”
- “Amazing graphics that run smoothly even on my old tablet!”
- “Game is well optimized and has very good graphics.”
- “The game is not optimized and laggy at first.”
- “Can no longer access maps or characters, terrible performance now on my less than a year old tablet and lost all of my progress.”
- “Joining the crowd of the unsatisfied people - the performance of the game after the update is just horrible.”
emotional
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users express a mix of frustration and disappointment regarding the emotional experience of the game, citing issues with gameplay mechanics, frequent ads, and technical glitches that detract from enjoyment. Despite these challenges, some players still appreciate the game's potential and express a desire for improvements to enhance their overall experience.
- “It's heartbreaking to see that the game has been ruined by ads.”
grinding
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players note that while the game involves a fair amount of grinding, it is manageable compared to other titles, with enjoyable challenges that can sometimes feel tedious. Although the atmosphere is praised, some find the mission completion without spending money to be overly repetitive.
- “While the game is fun, at a certain point it becomes so tedious to complete missions without using money.”
- “The challenges are fun and aren't always too hard, though they can be tedious.”
- “Very atmospheric, though occasionally tedious.”
replayability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the game highly addictive with significant replay value, often returning to beat high scores and enjoy the intuitive gameplay. However, some users express frustration over the lack of offline play, which affects their overall experience.
- “Really addicting gameplay with lots of replay value.”
- “Gameplay is intuitive and rewarding, and the replay value lasts for years!”
- “I'm trying to beat the record score; I was so close! I think Temple Run 2 is the best one, with better graphics and more playable characters.”
- “Reported for lying plus reducing stars until this is made an offline, anywhere playable game.”
- “Gameplay is intuitive and rewarding, but the replay value is lacking after years.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere is highly praised for its immersive qualities, although some users find it can become tedious at times.
- “The atmosphere is incredibly immersive, drawing you into the game's world.”
- “Every detail contributes to a hauntingly beautiful atmosphere that keeps you engaged.”
- “The game's atmosphere is rich and layered, making exploration feel rewarding and captivating.”
character development
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Reviewers praise the character development for its impressive designs and strong performances, highlighting how these elements enhance the overall gameplay experience.
- “The character designs are spot on.”
- “Great performance, gameplay, character design, and maps.”