Temple Run

GAME PLAY

Temple Run 2 features the same controls and plot as its predecessor, however introduces new obstacles, including ziplines, mine tracks, sharper turns, waterfalls, and flames of fire. The game is set in a new location which seems to be based off of eastern temples, and sees the main character moving at a faster pace. There are four characters for the player to select from. The game also features new power-ups. Players now have the ability to save the protagonist from death with the help of green gems that are collected while running or purchased online. The three monkeys that chased the character in the original game have been eliminated, with a singular enlarged monkey called Cuchanck now becoming the antagonist of the game.
The controllable characters are:

• Guy Dangerous - default explorer
• Scarlett Fox - costs 5,000 coins
• Barry Bones - costs 15,000 coins
• Karma Lee - costs 25,000 coins

Development and Release

According to Imangi Studios, Temple Run 2 was under development since March 2012 and was developed by Imangi's small creative staff. Imangi stated that the main purpose of Temple Run 2 was to make the game similar and "familiar" to the original game, however to introduce new elements to the game and create a redeveloped experience. Temple Run 2 was announced in a surprise announcement by Imangi on January 16, 2013, with the game being released in the App Store in New Zealand immediately, and an international release coming a few hours later. The Android version was released on January 24, 2013.