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Tall Man Run

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Tall Man Run is a simple, entertaining game, particularly for younger players, but it is heavily criticized for an overwhelming number of intrusive ads, even for users who purchase the 'ad-free' version.

4.6★ lifetime (419,081) Free + in-app purchases since 2022 by SUPERSONIC STUDIOS LTD updated 5.2 mo ago recent negative 43% 120 reviews across 3 regions
Excessive Ads Gameplay Experience Technical Issues Content Appropriateness
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recent reviews across 3 regions, vs the 4.6★ lifetime average

Tall Man Run is a casual game where players grow a character to overcome obstacles. While many users find it fun and engaging, especially for children, the experience is significantly hampered by frequent and unavoidable advertisements. The game's lifetime rating is high, but recent reviews indicate a negative trajectory due to ad saturation and some technical issues.

What users like

What users complain about

  • Excessive and frequent ads, often after every levelR4R5R8R9
  • Purchasing 'ad-free' version does not eliminate all ads, as ads still appear for power-ups or city buildingR29R55R103R104
  • Game requires internet connection, preventing ad-free play in airplane mode or offlineR43R68R72R73
  • Glitches and crashes are reported, particularly after beating a boss or at the end of a levelR50R70R126R153
  • Gameplay can be repetitive, too easy, or short, with levels often being similarR12R13R36R65
  • Some users report progress loss or upgrades resettingR25R208
  • Steering can be wobbly or difficult to controlR39R52
  • Inappropriate commercials for children are sometimes shownR183

Latest update · v1.92

What the developer says changed (the verdict above weighs this against what reviewers report):

Performance improvements

Recurring themes

Excessive Ads negative
The most prevalent complaint is the overwhelming number of ads, appearing frequently, often after every short level, making the game feel unplayable for many. This issue is so severe that it contradicts the developer's notes about 'performance improvements' as ads significantly hinder the user experience. Some users also report that purchasing the 'ad-free' version does not remove all ads, as they still appear for power-ups or city building, which is seen as deceptive.R4R5R8R9
Gameplay Experience mixed
Many users find the game fun, amazing, and a good way to pass time, especially for children. However, some find it repetitive, too easy, or that levels are too short. There are also complaints about wobbly steering and difficulty in progressing past certain points, like big monsters or getting enough size-ups.R2R3R11R12
Technical Issues negative
Users report glitches, crashes, and the game kicking them back to the home screen, particularly after beating a boss. Some also experience progress resetting after upgrades. The game also requires an internet connection, which is frustrating for users trying to avoid ads by turning off Wi-Fi.R25R43R50R68
Content Appropriateness negative
A few reviews mention concerns about inappropriate commercials for children and some suggest the game's core mechanic of making characters 'tall and thick' could be interpreted as body shaming, especially since losing often involves being a 'normal body shape'.R62R72R96R183

Who it's for

This game is for casual players looking for a simple, entertaining time-killer, especially children aged 4-9 R12R11R257. It is not for players who dislike frequent interruptions from ads or expect a deep, challenging gameplay experience R12R13R36.

Evidence note: The evidence for excessive ads is overwhelming and consistent across many reviews. Evidence for glitches and crashes is also strong, though less frequent than ad complaints. The developer's notes mention 'performance improvements,' but recent reviews still report glitches and crashes, indicating these issues may persist or were not fully addressed.

Frequently asked

Does Tall Man Run have a lot of ads?
Yes, Tall Man Run is heavily criticized for having an excessive number of ads, with many users reporting an ad after every level or action, making the game feel unplayable R4R5R8R12.
Does buying the 'ad-free' version remove all ads?
No, according to several reviews, purchasing the 'ad-free' version does not eliminate all ads; users still encounter ads for power-ups or when trying to build their city R29R55R103R104.
Can I play Tall Man Run offline to avoid ads?
No, the game requires an internet connection to play, so turning off Wi-Fi does not prevent ads and instead makes the game unplayable R43R68R72R78.
Is Tall Man Run suitable for children?
Many reviewers suggest the game is suitable and enjoyable for younger children, with some specifically recommending it for ages 4 to 9 R11R12R257. However, some users have reported inappropriate commercials appearing within the game R183.

What reviewers actually said

Built only from these 120 real reviews (foreign ones translated). Superscripts jump to the quote here. Apple has no per-review links, so [ref] opens that app's reviews on the App Store.

  1. [R2] 5/5 · GB Great: I don’t think there’s anything wrong with it! Perfect!
  2. [R3] 5/5 · GB P: Nice game
  3. [R11] 5/5 · GB PLEASE READ❗️: THIS IS SUCH A GOOD GAME ESPECIALLY FOR KIDS I HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS GAME
  4. [R20] 5/5 · GB So good: Love you a lot such a good game
  5. [R12] 3/5 · GB lots of adds and a game more for 4 to 9 year olds.: This game is a bit too easy and I wish there was Some harder levels. Although, I like to play this game when I have absolutely nothing to do. It is more a game for younger children and it has WAY too many adds! I didn’t pay to get rid of the adds because I thought there was no point but I wish I did now because they are always popping up and it’
  6. [R21] 4/5 · GB AMAZING: this game is so fun when ur bored i 100% recommend you playing it !!
  7. [R51] 2/5 · CA I like to play wen I nothing to do: 2 stars
  8. [R4] 2/5 · GB To many adds: To many adds
  9. [R5] 3/5 · GB Tall man run: This is a great game but I think there is just to many ads 3 stars
  10. [R8] 2/5 · GB Tall man run: To many ads
  11. [R9] 1/5 · GB Ads: Way too many Adverts. Needs to reduce the amount
  12. [R29] 1/5 · GB Don’t bother buying the “ad free” version…: Even after purchasing the game, there are still power up icons in the game that lead to adverts. The whole structure of the menu system is designed to trick you into clicking on ads. Disgraceful game design.
  13. [R55] 1/5 · CA ads are bad: I bought no ads so stop showing me the x3 x4 x5 video option can you?!
  14. [R103] 1/5 · CA AD FREE…NOT Tall Man Run: What a rip off…PAID for AD FREE…and it is NOT AD FREE
  15. [R104] 1/5 · CA Bait and switch: Paid for no ads, there are no ads at the end of levels which is nice. BUT there are still ads when you try to build the city or want to try and get any power up. Totally unacceptable
  16. [R43] 1/5 · GB Scummy people: Not letting you play in aeroplane mode gives you pop ups at the bottom of the screen and ads after every level I used to play this at the start of the year and none of this happened so scummy
  17. [R68] 1/5 · CA Disgusting amount of ads: Too many ads after every action, can’t even play with no wifi.
  18. [R72] 1/5 · CA .: Listen this game has a great concept; make your character tall and thic. But don't we all just think this is body shaming. And of crouse when we make the character "a normal body shape" we lose! There are also so many ads. I would click "no thanks" for an extra gift or something but it would still give me a ad. As well turing off wifi doesn't work. You need to be on wifi for this game otherwise
  19. [R73] 2/5 · CA Eh: Too much ads over 30s and turning off the wifi doesn’t work either
  20. [R50] 4/5 · GB Glitches: It is glitching all the time
  21. [R70] 4/5 · CA Bad: To many ads I hate that and to many glitches I want my storage back now 😡😡😡😡
  22. [R126] 3/5 · CA I don’t know what to write here: Do i think that it has way too many ads and its kinda boring because every time its the same level just with different obstacles and its not hard at all and if i turn my wifi down if says no internet but i saw a review that said “just turn your wifi down” so yeah and there was two reviews “that said it blacks out “ and it happened to me too and it glitches too much
  23. [R153] 3/5 · CA Glitchy: I like the game but every time I beat the boss I just get kicked out the game before I get to my city but other than that the game is pretty good
  24. [R13] 3/5 · GB Too Many Ads: The game is fun and all but there is too many ads and shorter runs
  25. [R36] 3/5 · GB Tall man run: Kinda boring 💀
  26. [R65] 3/5 · CA Too many ads: An ad after every round. Rounds r too small. I prefer ball run as it has an infinite version
  27. [R25] 3/5 · GB Terrible game: I like this game but if u do the keep size and then buy a upgrade it resets you I am deleting this game 2 stars
  28. [R208] 3/5 · CA Meh: It’s good while ur level lasts but as soon as it’s over (10-15seconds) another add stops the gameplay..I watched 4 adds in a row just to make my character huge to move onto the next level and when I moved on to the next level and upgraded; ALL my progress was lost, pretty cheesed about that BRUH…
  29. [R39] 1/5 · GB Why I don’t like the game: It’s just not fun because I keep on losing my confidence to win the game But the steering is so wobbly that I can’t even win 👎👎👎👎👎👎👎👎👎👎👎👎👎👎👎👎👎👎👎👎👎👎👎👎👎👎👎👎👎👎👎👎👎👎👎👎👎👎👎👎👎👎👎👎👎👎👎👎👎👎👎👎👎👎👎👎👎👎👎👎👎👎👎👎
  30. [R52] 1/5 · CA Not easy to play: We want to jump higher but it doesnt let me,
  31. [R183] 3/5 · CA Inappropriate commercials for kids: Not great commercials if you let your kids play this
  32. [R62] 2/5 · CA Fat man: We are not learning anything Babies are getting so fussy because of this game and because this fat man
  33. [R96] 1/5 · CA 👎😲🤬😡: 12+!?!!??? Please tell me you’re joking NO?!!???? COME ON SERIOUSLY??!!??!? UGH!!! 😩 this SUCKS!!! I hate this game and to all you below 12 FORGET ABOUT IT!!!
  34. [R78] 1/5 · CA ADS, ADS, AND ADS: SO MANY ADS Every time you finish a level there’s another ad and some you can’t even skip! It’s so annoying as games barely take any time to do. Some reviews say turn off your internet but it’s a wifi mandatory game!
  35. [R257] 3/5 · AU Why you should and shouldn’t play this game: You should play this game because it is fun and if you have kids or you are a kid it will keep you entertained. Why you shouldn’t play this game there are lots of adds way to much

Synthesized from 120 recent App Store reviews · updated July 2026 · View on the App Store