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A great sequel and fun endless runner game, Temple Run 2 from Imangi Studios
Temple Run 2 is a great sequel to the original running game, Temple Run, from Imangi Studios. Similar to the first Temple Run, this game has more exciting obstacles, ridiculous turns, and one scary monster that won’t stop chasing you. The ominous music at the start of the game builds the tension and prepares you for what’s ahead. But you won’t be prepared!
This is a fast-paced game where you try to escape from a Temple after taking an idol. Jump to rope-lines, jump over missing sections of pathways, and slide under flames. While fleeing from the monster, try to collect as many coins as possible. It’s fun and challenging, but lacks the immersive, ancient-jungle-ruins ambience of the original game.
To play the game, simply use the touchscreen. Swipe the screen to perform various actions. Swipe up to jump, swipe down to slide, swipe left or right to turn, and tilt the smartphone to tilt the character to one side or another. Tilting is required to collect coins on the edges of pathways as well as for traveling across ledges. Use the tutorial feature while playing to make it easier. This option for it is located in the settings.
If the game is too fast paced, just press the pause button; this will give you a chance to catch your breath. When you are ready to continue, a countdown timer will prepare you for the action.
If you run out of lives, there are several unique ways to get more. The affordable way is to earn gems by completing social media tasks, such as watching a video clip or liking the game on Facebook. There are daily challenges and weekly challenges which award gems as well. You can also buy gems in the store. A pack costs $0.99 USD.
This is a free game with in-app purchases including coin packs, gem packs, and special characters. Coins are used to upgrade your character’s abilities and gems are used to extend runs.
There are several objectives to complete and artifacts to collect. You can also upgrade your character with different powers and abilities. There are several characters to choose from including a Bruce Lee and Usain Bolt character.
If you are looking for a fantastic runner game, that will keep you going for miles, then Temple Run 2 should be right up your alley.
