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Temple Run

Temple Run

The original endless runner

416K ratings
1070 reviews
With Ads#27 in free Action
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Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • August 4, 2011
  • July 31, 2026

Developer

Imangi Studios, LLC
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🧾$0.99 - $19.99
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About

Embark on a thrilling adventure to steal a cursed idol and escape relentless pursuers through ancient temples and treacherous ruins. Navigate a maze of obstacles, collect coins, and unlock new characters in this fast-paced endless running game.

✓Swipe to turn, jump, and slide
✓Race through ancient temples and ruins
✓Collect coins and unlock characters
✓Boost power-ups
✓Challenge friends and climb leaderboards
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What users say

Summarized from real user reviews of Temple Run. Based on 416K reviews and a 4.4/5 average, it highlights the 4 positives and 4 negatives reviewers mention most about this game.

Positive things

  • 🚀Fast-paced gameplay
  • 🎮Nostalgic and addictive
  • 💎Customizable characters
  • 🌳Detailed jungle environments

Negative things

  • 🔍Repetitive obstacles
  • 🔋High battery consumption
  • 💰Expensive in-app purchases
  • 🔇Intrusive ads
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What's New in Temple Run

1.40.0

July 31, 2026

Celebrate 15 years of Temple Run with a special anniversary update packed with limited-time challenges, rewards, and a fan-favorite runner from Temple Run 2. What's New? - Run with Nidhi Nirmal for FREE! For the first time ever, this original Temple Run 2 adventurer joins the Temple Run roster. - Take on 3 limited-time anniversary challenges and earn rewards while celebrating 15 years of endless running. Download today and see how far you can run in the endless runner that started it all!

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In-App Purchases

$0.99

Handful of Coins

A handful of coins.

Charts

Top Free

📈 27+2

Action games

This game rose +2 positions in Action games chart.

Last updated on August 9, 2026.

Top Free

📉 72-1

Casual games

This game dropped -1 position in Casual games chart.

Last updated on August 9, 2026.

Top Free

📉 173-7

Games

This game dropped -7 positions in Games chart.

Last updated on August 9, 2026.

Events

Read more about 15 Years, Still Running!
HappeningSpecial Event

15 Years, Still Running!

Join the 15th Anniversary Celebration!

Jul 30, 2026 — Aug 20, 2026

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Read more about Meet Nidhi Nirmal
AvailablePremiere

Meet Nidhi Nirmal

Lights. Camera. Run!

Jul 30, 2026 — Aug 20, 2026

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Read more about Raid for Riches!
Event EndedSpecial Event

Raid for Riches!

Collect coins and raid the temple

Jun 10, 2026 — Jun 17, 2026

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User reviews

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teon careyteon carey

It used to be good, but now ads!

I pet chased this game back when it was released and I remember it being great fun. But now the forced ads ruin the game and experience. It always had in app purchases but this game was so much better before the developers got greedy.
A.7.20A.7.20

TempleRun

It doesn’t let you jump all the time and yeah and it has
Z HarperZ Harper

Awesome

Just great great great
People gonna cryPeople gonna cry

Ads

Maybe don’t show me an ad right after I choose not to watch an ad
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Temple Run 2: Endless Escape
Temple Run 2: Endless Escape

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Temple Run+

The original endless runner!

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Temple Run: Legends

All New Temple Run Adventure!

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User experience

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Reported Bugs

3 issues

Inconsistent controls and unresponsive swipes

Bug

Crashes and freezes on some devices

Bug

Incorrect score tracking and display

Bug
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Requested Features

4 requests

More character and environment variety

Feature

Ability to disable ads for a one-time fee

Feature

Leaderboards and achievements

Feature

Offline mode

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FAQ

What is Temple Run?

Temple Run is an endless running adventure game where players steal a cursed idol and must escape from pursuing demon monkeys. The gameplay involves navigating through ancient temples, jungle ruins, and cliff edges while avoiding obstacles.

What are the main gameplay mechanics?

Players control the character by swiping to turn, jump, and slide past various deadly obstacles. The goal is to run as far as possible, collect coins, and unlock new characters and power-ups to aid in the escape.

Is Temple Run free to play?

Yes, Temple Run is free to download and play. However, it does offer in-app purchases for items like coins and power-ups, and it also includes advertisements.

What platforms is Temple Run available on?

Temple Run is a mobile game, primarily available on iOS and Android devices. It is designed for smartphones and tablets.

What is the objective of the game?

The primary objective is to escape from the pursuing demon monkeys after stealing a cursed idol. Players aim to achieve the highest possible score by running as far as they can, collecting coins, and completing challenges.