Temple Run

About Temple Run

Assuming you have ever held your breath running as fast as you could to escape a threat in a game, then it is highly likely that Temple Run is the one that started it. Temple Run, developed by Imangi Studios, is the first endless runner that made running for your life one of the most exciting experiences of mobile gaming.

The story behind it is easy to grasp, yet immediately hook, as you have stolen a cursed idol in a prehistoric temple, and now you are the target of demonic monkey guardians. Your only goal? Slip away as long as you can without being discovered or coming off the paths of the temple.

You will leap along tree roots, slide beneath fire pits, and turn sharply across collapsing bridges as you race along winding stone-corridors and treacherous jungle cliffs. It is quick, it is hectic, and it can be played and played again.

How to Play Temple Run

The controls are easy to use, but it is up to you and your reflexes. You will have to be fast on your feet to survive as the speed continues to gain.

Keyboard Controls:

• Arrow Keys / WASD: Move left or right, and slide to avoid obstacles.
• Spacebar: Jump over gaps and barriers.

On mobile, the game operates on swipes, i.e., swipe left or right to turn, swipe up to jump and swipe down to slide. The gameplay of Temple Run is so addictive due to its simplicity of the controls.

The Thrill of Endless Running

The endless unpredictability of Temple Run is the key to its popularity. There is no end line, it is mere survival. The temple walkways always change and you have to be on the alert as you:

• Dash through ancient ruins and jungle paths
• Collect coins to unlock power-ups and upgrades
• Activate boosts to run faster or gain temporary shields
• Complete challenges for extra rewards

Each run is unique and new with twists and turns and near misses. It is just like that time you just make it through a fire trap by a fraction of a second or just make a jump by a fraction of a second, that is where Temple Run can shine.

Power-Ups and Upgrades

As you gather coins, you can use them to upgrade your abilities and purchase power-ups that help you survive longer runs:

• Coin Magnet: Automatically pulls nearby coins toward you.
• Boost: Launches you forward at high speed, bypassing obstacles.
• Shield: Protects you from one hit — great for risky stretches.
• Coin Value Increase: Collect more valuable coins as you progress.

These upgrades not only make your runs longer but also add a fun layer of strategy. Choosing which power-up to prioritize can change your whole approach to the game.

Who Created Temple Run?

The Temple Run game was developed by the Imangi Studios, which is a small independent game studio established by a husband and wife team led by the founder; Keith Shepherd and Natalya Luckyanova. It was a simple idea to them and that was to make a game that is easy to learn, difficult to master and hard to put down.

Since its release, the game has gone to become a worldwide phenomenon spawning a series of sequels and themed versions including:

• Temple Run 2: A larger, faster and even more action-packed sequel.
• Temple Run 2: Spooky Summit - A Halloween themed version with creepy graphics.
• Temple Run 2: Jungle Fall – Featuring lush autumn jungle scenery and new challenges.

It is quick, easy and can be played over and over again. Temple Run is the best game to play when one wants a game that has fast speed and requires quick reflexes or simply wants to take a chance.

So take that idol, hold it tight and take to your heels. The temple is collapsing, the monsters are closing and each leap matters.