# Temple Run — The original endless runner

> Endless running adventure game with obstacle navigation and coin collection. (iPhone/iPad app by Imangi Studios, LLC.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/temple-run/id420009108 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Imangi Studios, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/284899742)
- Category: Games, Entertainment, Action, Casual
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.40/5 from 416,429 App Store ratings · 1,082 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 9+
- Requires: iOS 15.0 · 357 MB
- Languages: American English, Arabic, Dutch, French (France), German (Germany), Italian, Japanese, Korean, European Portuguese, Russian and 4 more
- Released: 2011-08-04
- Data updated: 2026-08-29
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/temple-run/id420009108/reviews.md

## What is Temple Run?

The Original Endless Running Adventure!
Experience the thrill of Temple Run – the global phenomenon that redefined mobile gaming!
Steal the cursed idol and escape from the relentless Demon Monkeys in a heart-pounding adventure through ancient temples, jungle ruins, and precarious cliff edges.
Outrun danger in the ultimate maze-running, jungle-escaping, temple adventure!

- Swipe to turn, jump, and slide past deadly obstacles
- Race through temples, bridges, and treacherous paths
- Collect coins, unlock diverse characters, and boost your power-ups
- Test your reflexes in a fast and frenzied experience
- Challenge friends & climb the leaderboards

"Temple Run is that heart-pounding action movie moment – but non-stop!” – SlideToPlay
"One of the most thrilling and fun running games ever!" – TheAppera
"A fast and frenzied experience." – IGN
"Very addicting… a truly different running game!" – Appolicious

Join over 50 MILLION players worldwide in this legendary treasure-hunting escape!

Download now and see how far you can run!

## Key features

- 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

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Handful of Coins | $0.99 | one-time |
| Bag of Coins | $4.99 | one-time |
| Chest of Coins | $9.99 | one-time |
| Pile of Coins | $19.99 | one-time |
| Ad Removal | $1.99 | one-time |


## Chart rankings

- #180 in Top Free · Games (US App Store)
- #25 in Top Free · Action (US App Store)
- #77 in Top Free · Casual (US App Store)

## What do users think of Temple Run?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

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

**Cons**

- 🔍 Repetitive obstacles
- 🔋 High battery consumption
- 💰 Expensive in-app purchases
- 🔇 Intrusive ads

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Inconsistent controls and unresponsive swipes
- Crashes and freezes on some devices
- Incorrect score tracking and display

**Most requested features**

- More character and environment variety
- Ability to disable ads for a one-time fee
- Leaderboards and achievements
- Offline mode

## Recent user reviews (10 of 1,082)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/temple-run/id420009108/reviews.md

### 5/5 — TempleRun.com

*2026-08-25, version 1.40.0*

🤩I
Love temple run
😹

### 4/5 — Here’s an endless game!

*2026-08-24, version 1.40.0*

This review is called. Here’s an endless game because the game is endless and I wonder why they put Monkeys that look like that so I give it four stars because of that just because like everything looks weird but other than that, it’s really good

### 3/5 — Temple Ran

*2026-08-21, version 1.40.0*

There are way too many adds

### 5/5 — Good

*2026-08-19, version 1.40.0*

Good

### 1/5 — AD overload

*2026-08-18, version 1.40.0*

Why after every run I have to watch an AD to even keep playing EVERY ROUND.

### 5/5 — run

*2026-08-17, version 1.40.0*

best game ever

### 5/5 — AMAZING

*2026-08-14, version 1.40.0*

This game is the BACKBONE of my childhood absolutely amazing game but TempleRun two is terrible too much click bait

### 1/5 — Slow

*2026-08-14, version 1.40.0*

When I try to turn I fall off it’s like 3 second delay

### 5/5 — Still awesome!

*2026-08-12, version 1.40.0*

This game is fun, still as fun as it was years ago when I was younger.
Keep up the good work.

### 5/5 — Pretty good

*2026-08-11, version 1.40.0*

Awesome but I wish there were no ads 🙁

## Frequently asked questions about Temple Run

### 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.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.40.0 — 2026-07-31

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!

### 1.39.0 — 2026-06-12

New adventurers have descended upon the temple! Can you escape the relentless Demon Monkey?

What’s new in this Update?

• Update today and get to run with the adventurous Barry Bones for FREE! Start running now, no purchase necessary!
• Now available in 13 new languages!

Play now and test your skills in the ultimate endless runner!

### 1.37.0 — 2026-04-09

New adventurers have descended upon the temple! Can you escape the relentless Demon Monkey?

What’s new in this Update?

• Update today and get to run with the adventurous Scarlett Fox for FREE! Start running now, no purchase necessary!
• Now available in 13 new languages!

Play now and test your skills in the ultimate endless runner!

### 1.36.0 — 2026-03-22

New adventurers have descended upon the temple! Can you escape the relentless Demon Monkey?

What’s new in this Update?

- Update today and get to run with the noble Queen Astrid for FREE! Running has never looked so good, and with no extra cost!

- Now available in 13 new languages!

Play now and test your skills in the ultimate endless runner!

### 1.35.0 — 2026-01-06

New adventurers have descended upon the temple! Can you escape the relentless Demon Monkey?

What’s new in this Update?

- Update today and get to run with the festive Wally Nutt for FREE! Celebrate the holiday season with joy, no purchase necessary!

- Now available in 13 new languages!

Play now and test your skills in the ultimate endless runner!

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## More apps by Imangi Studios, LLC

- [Temple Run 2](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/temple-run-2/id572395608)
- [Temple Run: Idle Explorers](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/temple-run-idle-explorers/id1556074395)
- [Temple Run+](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/temple-run-plus/id1633285841)
- [Temple Run: Legends](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/temple-run-legends/id1670483159)

All apps by Imangi Studios, LLC: https://appshunter.io/developer/284899742

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*Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-08-29.*
