# Temple Run

> The original endless runner

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.imangi.templerun](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.imangi.templerun)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.imangi.templerun`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Imangi Studios
- **Category:** GAME\_ARCADE
- **Downloads:** 965,098,122
- **Rating:** 4.23 / 5 (5,134,705 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.39.0
- **Last updated:** 2026-08-20
- **First published:** 2012-03-26
- **Publisher country:** US
- **Size:** 154 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-14
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.imangi.templerun)
- **Website:** [http://www.imangistudios.com/contact.html](http://www.imangistudios.com/contact.html)
- **Privacy policy:** [http://imangistudios.com/privacy/privacy-policy.htm](http://imangistudios.com/privacy/privacy-policy.htm)

## Description

Temple Run is the classic endless runner that launched a generation of fast-paced mobile action. Swipe to turn, jump, slide and dash past traps, chasms and demon monkeys as you flee with a cursed idol. Race across temples, bridges and jungle ruins, collect coins, unlock new heroes and power-ups, and push your reflexes in a nonstop arcade experience built for quick sessions on the go.

Join over 500 million players worldwide in this legendary treasure-hunt runner. Temple Run offers offline play so you can run anywhere, challenge friends on the leaderboards, and keep chasing higher scores. Download now and see how far you can escape the demon monkey!

## Rankings

- #183 — Overall
- #26 — Game arcade (Free)
- #161 — Game arcade (Gross)
- #75 — Top game in India
- #167 — Top game in Saudi Arabia
- #195 — Top game in Egypt

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.android.vending.BILLING`
- `com.android.vending.CHECK_LICENSE`
- `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`
- `com.google.android.providers.gsf.permission.READ_GSERVICES`
- `com.imangi.templerun.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

## Review summary

Temple Run is praised for its addictive endless-runner gameplay, simple controls, and good visuals, plus the ability to play offline and a nostalgic feel of the original. However, multiple reviews point to intrusive ads and dissatisfaction with changes from the original, including removed challenges and features. Overall it remains popular and nostalgic but ad frustrations and version drift are common complaints.

### Pros

- Addictive endless runner gameplay with simple, responsive controls
- Smooth graphics and performance
- Offline mode availability
- Nostalgic feel and connection to the original Temple Run
- Broad popularity and broad appeal

### Cons

- Excessive/ intrusive ads interrupt gameplay
- Changes from the original version, with removed challenges/features, making it less fun for longtime players
- Some players feel the newer version lacks depth/content compared to the classic

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.imangi.templerun)