# Paper Boy Race: Running game

> Motorcycle racing games! Prove your paperboy can win in the bike race 3D!

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.phantom.paperboy](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.phantom.paperboy)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.phantom.paperboy`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Freeplay Inc
- **Category:** GAME\_ARCADE
- **Downloads:** 92,277,795
- **Rating:** 4.61 / 5 (47,391 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.42.1
- **Last updated:** 2026-09-18
- **First published:** 2021-11-01
- **Publisher country:** US
- **Size:** 161 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-24
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.phantom.paperboy)
- **Website:** [https://freeplay.io/](https://freeplay.io/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://freeplay.io/games/android/privacy-policy/](https://freeplay.io/games/android/privacy-policy/)

## Description

## Paper Boy Race: Running Game

Get ready to hop on your motorbike and dive into the fast-paced world of Paper Boy Race! This engaging 3D endless runner lets you assume the role of a daring paperboy (or papergirl) racing through busy city streets to deliver newspapers. Navigate through challenging obstacles such as racing cars, trains, and road signs while throwing newspapers into mailboxes to complete tasks.

Collect coins scattered along your path to upgrade your bike and customize your character's outfits. The game features vivid graphics, intuitive gameplay, and a variety of vehicles ranging from skateboards to motorcycles. Test your reflexes and navigation skills as you perform thrilling stunts and aim to become the ultimate racing master in this addictive running simulation. Whether you're a fan of platform or obstacle games, Paper Boy Race offers a refreshing and exhilarating experience that keeps you hooked for hours!

## Rankings

- #1,635 — Overall
- #139 — Game arcade (Free)

## 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.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `android.permission.READ_LOGS`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.android.vending.CHECK_LICENSE`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`
- `com.huawei.appmarket.service.commondata.permission.GET_COMMON_DATA`
- `com.phantom.paperboy.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`
- `com.samsung.android.mapsagent.permission.READ_APP_INFO`

## Review summary

Overall, players mostly enjoy the game's relaxing vibe and graphics, with several describing it as fun and cute. However, the dominant issue is ad overload: frequent, forced ads after levels and no easy way to skip or remove them. Other major complaints include unclear progression and monetization frustrations (bait‑and‑switch rewards, lack of an ad‑free option). A minority still loves the game, but ads and weak progression overshadow the gameplay.

### Pros

- Relaxing and fun gameplay
- Good graphics and cute visuals
- Positive overall reception with players expressing enjoyment and love for the game

### Cons

- Excessive ads and frequent/forced ad breaks after levels
- No option to remove ads or a paid ad-free version (ad monetization)
- Unclear progression: no level indicators and repetitive levels
- Perceived bait-and-switch rewards and disappointing reward loop

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