Temple Run+ vs Temple Run
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Temple Run+
Embark on an exhilarating endless adventure, running, jumping, and sliding to escape a pursuing demon monkey. Dodge treacherous traps and navigate perilous environments in this classic 3D runner. Level up your character and unlock power-ups for an even more thrilling experience.
- Swipe and tilt controls
- Original 3D running mechanic
- Level up character
- Unlock power-ups
- Play as 7 explorers
- Game Center leaderboards
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The world-renowned Temple Run franchise is now on Apple Arcade! Run, jump, and slide your way to fortune and glory in an epic endless adventure! You've grabbed the cursed idol – now it's time to run for your life! Dodge deadly traps, jump calamitous chasms, and stay one step ahead of the dastardly demon monkey! Crumbling cliffs! Perilous piers! Simmering swamps! Winding temple walls! How far can you run?! FEATURES *Snappy swipe and tilt controls – running through your life never felt this good! *The original 3D running mechanic, now polished to perfection! Turn, jump, slide, and tilt like never before! *Level up your character and unleash crazy power ups! *Play as 7 different fearless explorers! *Compete on Game Center Leaderboards and Achievements! *Endless "just one more run" gameplay that keeps you coming back again and again!
Temple Run
Embark on an exhilarating adventure through vibrant landscapes, navigating treacherous obstacles and conquering over 500 challenging levels. Discover hidden secrets and unlock unique characters with special abilities as you race to survive in a mystical world.
- Fast swipe controls
- Explore diverse maps
- 500+ epic levels
- Unlockable explorers with powers
- Game Center leaderboards
- Limited-time events
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Dash, dive, and leap across epic landscapes! Swim through raging rivers, bounce off crocodile heads, and dodge tricky traps as you race to conquer 500+ action-packed levels. Explore the mystical world of Aperion, uncover hidden secrets, and meet fearless explorers with awesome abilities. Every level is a new adventure—do you have what it takes to survive? FEATURES • Lightning-fast swipe controls – Run, jump, and slide like a pro. • Explore crazy maps with wild climates, creatures, and surprises. • 500+ epic levels plus Endless Mode for the ultimate test of skill. • 10 fearless explorers with special powers—who will be your favorite? • Compete for glory on Game Center leaderboards and achievements. • Limited-time events – Beat the best and claim your rewards. • Play anywhere – Available on iPhone, iPad, and macOS. • “Just one more run” gameplay – You won’t be able to stop. The world of Aperion is waiting—run fast or get left behind!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Temple Run at 4.7 against Temple Run+'s 4.5. Temple Run also leads on review sentiment (66% vs 56%). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and ads 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Temple Run holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 5.9K and 6.8K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 56% of Temple Run+'s written reviews are positive against 66% of Temple Run's.
Temple Run+ ships an update every 2 months, Temple Run monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Temple Run+ | Temple Run |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.5 (5.9K ratings) | 4.7 (6.8K ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 56.1% of reviews | 66.1% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 5.9K | 6.8K — better |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Monthly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac, Apple TV | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac, Apple TV |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | 13.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 204 MB | 950 MB |
| Age rating | 9+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Imangi Studios, LLC | Imangi Studios, LLC |
Customer experience
Temple Run+
Temple Run
User reviews
Temple Run+
From 5.9K App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 🎉 Fun and addictive gameplay
- 👍 No ads or in-app purchases
- 🎨 Nostalgic retro graphics
- 🕹️ Smooth and responsive controls
Room to improve
- 🐛 Occasional control issues (unregistered swipes/tilts)
- 🤔 Lack of new features compared to previous versions
- 🖥️ Suboptimal optimization for desktop/laptop devices
- 🎨 Outdated visual style
Temple Run
From 6.8K App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 🎢 Addictive and fun gameplay
- 🎨 Visually appealing graphics
- 🔄 Variety of characters and abilities
- 🏆 Challenging levels and objectives
- 🕹️ Enjoyable endless mode
Room to improve
- 🐛 Frequent crashes and glitches
- 🔒 Inability to change characters
- 🤯 Confusing or unclear objectives
- 🕰️ Slow loading times
- 🔍 Difficulty seeing obstacles
Bugs and requests
Temple Run+
Reported bugs
3 issues- Swipe/tilt controls not always registering correctly
- Compatibility issues with certain devices/accessories
- Occasional crashes or performance problems
Requested features
4 requests- Ability to customize controls
- More level/environment variety
- Expanded character/skin customization
- Leaderboard improvements to prevent cheating
Temple Run
Reported bugs
4 issues- Level 500 glitch preventing 4th star
- Charmstones disappearing after completing level 500
- Freezing when trying to change characters
- Unexpected crashes on startup
Requested features
5 requests- Add tilt-based controls
- Improve camera angles for better visibility
- Introduce more varied level designs
- Implement a revive feature for endless mode
- Optimize performance for smoother gameplay
In-app purchases
Temple Run+
No in-app purchases
Temple Run
No in-app purchases
Questions
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