Chameleon Run vs PAKO 2
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Chameleon Run
Navigate challenging levels in this fast-paced autorunner. Switch colors to match the ground as you run and jump, utilizing unique mechanics like double jumps. Compete for the fastest times on non-linear levels with stylish graphics.
- Fast-paced running, jumping, and color switching
- Double jump and head jump mechanics
- Pixel-perfect physics
- Stylish, colorful graphics
- Non-linear levels with objectives
- Fastest time leaderboards
- Simple two-button controls
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Chameleon Run is a unique, fast and challenging autorunner with a colorful twist. Jump, switch and run through expertly crafted levels that will have you running back for more. Your goal is to switch your color to match the ground as you run and jump from platform to platform. Sounds easy right? Well think again! Features - Fast paced running, jumping and switching colors - Fun jumping mechanics like "double jump" and "head jump" - Pixel perfect physics - Stylish, super smooth and colorful graphics - Non-linear levels with 3 special objectives in each one - Compete for the fastest time on each level - Simple two button controls
PAKO 2
An arcade driving game where you play as a getaway driver. Pick up your crew from heist locations and escape the police in high-stakes chases. Earn money to unlock new vehicles and levels, and compete on leaderboards.
- Arcade driving gameplay
- Crew escort missions
- Police chase evasion
- Vehicle and location unlocks
- Drive-by shooting
- Leaderboard competition
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*** RECOMMENDED DEVICE: iPhone SE/iPhone6 OR BETTER *** PAKO 2 is an arcade driving game where you work as a getaway driver. Pick up your crew from heist spot, escort them to safety in dramatic chase against the cops, repeat and compete in the leaderboards! Every run gains you money which can be used to buy new rides and locations. Get in, get out, get paid! FEATURES - Absolutely NO in-app purchases or ads - Easy controls! - Pick up crew members and escort them to safety - Vast handcrafted levels full of detail - Drive-by shooting action - Huge arsenal of cars to buy - Various guns and special perk items - Electro soundtrack by DKSTR - Leaderboards to compete - Achievements
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Chameleon Run at 4.7 against PAKO 2's 4.0. Chameleon Run also leads on review sentiment (94% vs 56%) and ratings volume (21K vs 552). PAKO 2's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs every 2 months) and monetization model (free vs ad-supported). On price, ads, in-app purchases and chart position there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Chameleon Run costs $1.99 and PAKO 2 $1.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Chameleon Run holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Chameleon Run has 21K ratings behind it against 552, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 94% of Chameleon Run's written reviews are positive against 56% of PAKO 2's.
Chameleon Run ships an update every 2 months, PAKO 2 weekly. The most recent releases landed on November 8, 2026 and November 7, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Chameleon Run | PAKO 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1.99 | $1.99 |
| Rating | 4.7 (21K ratings) — better | 4.0 (552 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 93.5% of reviews — better | 56.3% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 21K — better | 552 |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Weekly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Ad-supported | Free — better |
| Best chart rank | #45 | #38 — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV — better | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | 8.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 140 MB | 354 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | Noodlecake | Tree Men Games |
Customer experience
Chameleon Run
PAKO 2
User reviews
Chameleon Run
From 21K App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 🚀 Fast-paced gameplay
- 👍 Smooth and intuitive controls
- 💎 Challenging levels with replayability
- 🎨 Vibrant, minimalist graphics
Room to improve
- 🤯 Extremely difficult later levels
- 💤 Lack of new content/levels
- 🧠 Steep learning curve
PAKO 2
From 552 App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 🚀 Addictive gameplay
- 👍 Variety of cars and maps
- 🚀 Fast-paced action
- 👍 Retro-style graphics
Room to improve
- 🐛 Frequent crashes
- 🔋 High battery consumption
- 🔒 Progress loss due to crashes
- 👎 Lack of customization options
Bugs and requests
Chameleon Run
Reported bugs
2 issues- Occasional crashes on older devices
- Issues with color switching on certain levels
Requested features
3 requests- More levels and worlds
- Additional gameplay modes
- Customization options for characters
PAKO 2
Reported bugs
4 issues- Crashes when using certain vehicles
- Disappearing navigation arrows
- Unresponsive controls
- Spawning issues with police and obstacles
Requested features
5 requests- Ability to customize cars (paint, upgrades, etc.)
- More maps and cars
- Option to change camera view (e.g. third-person)
- Difficulty settings
- Achievements and leaderboards
In-app purchases
Chameleon Run
No in-app purchases
PAKO 2
No in-app purchases
