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Head-to-head

Angry Birds 2 vs Temple Run 2

Angry Birds 2 4.6★ · Free + IAP 65
Winner Angry Birds 2
Temple Run 2 4.5★ · Free + IAP 60

Angry Birds 2 generally offers more varied gameplay and events, but both games are heavily criticized for intrusive ads and aggressive in-app purchase monetization.

Full reviews: Angry Birds 2 · Temple Run 2

Angry Birds 2 and Temple Run 2, both free-to-play with in-app purchases, face significant user frustration over excessive ads and 'pay-to-win' mechanics. While Angry Birds 2 offers a more diverse experience with levels, clans, and events, it struggles with performance issues and a perceived shift from skill-based play to monetization. Temple Run 2, a classic endless runner, is praised for nostalgia but is equally plagued by ads and occasional technical glitches.

Head to head

Features and Gameplay edge: Angry Birds 2R2R7R14R41
Angry Birds 2 Angry Birds 2 offers a variety of features including story levels, daily challenges, clans, and online PvP with a rank system, which many users find fun and engaging R2R41. Some appreciate the ability to destroy buildings, pop pigs, and collect feathers R14. However, some older players miss the puzzle-like structure of the original and feel the game has shifted towards a story mode R7.
Temple Run 2 Temple Run 2 is praised for its classic endless runner gameplay, with many users enjoying the nostalgia and simple, time-passing fun . Users suggest new features like specific locations and express frustration with repetitive challenges or obstacles . Some find the game too easy or repetitive over time .
Ease of Use and User Experience tieR6R7R13R19
Angry Birds 2 Users report a clunky navigation experience and slow loading times R7. Many are frustrated by an 'energy system' that limits playtime, requiring waits, ads, or payment to continue R13. Pop-up ads and offers are described as overwhelming and intrusive R6R19R21R57.
Temple Run 2 Temple Run 2 users frequently complain about an overwhelming number of ads, often appearing after every death or run, which significantly detracts from gameplay . Some also find the tilt controls frustrating and prefer swipe-only options .
Reliability and Performance tieR3R4R12R15
Angry Birds 2 Angry Birds 2 has significant issues with reliability, with many users reporting that the app won't open or crashes after recent updates R3R4R12R15. Some also note inconsistent physics within the game .
Temple Run 2 Temple Run 2 also suffers from performance issues, including the game logging users out , brightness problems , and severe lagging and glitches . Some users have experienced a loss of account progress, including high scores and characters .
Price and Value (IAP) edge: Temple Run 2R1R4R9R18
Angry Birds 2 Angry Birds 2 is heavily criticized for being 'pay-to-win' or a 'money grab,' with users feeling forced to pay for almost everything R1R4R9R19. The battle pass is seen as not very helpful R18, and the game is perceived as pushing players to spend money rather than relying on skill R19.
Temple Run 2 Temple Run 2 users who paid for no ads still report being asked to rate the app and are bombarded with ads even after paying . The game's monetization primarily comes from ads rather than direct 'pay-to-win' mechanics, though some ads are forced to continue gameplay .
Support edge: Angry Birds 2R40R44R54R117
Angry Birds 2 Some users report submitting tickets for game issues, particularly after updates, indicating a need for developer support R40R44. One user noted that developers are contactable and usually sort out issues quickly R54.
Temple Run 2 One user reported that customer service does not respond to issues, specifically regarding challenges not registering R117.
Pick Angry Birds 2 if

Pick Angry Birds 2 if you enjoy varied gameplay with levels, events, and clan features, and are willing to navigate its monetization model and occasional performance issues for the core experience R41.

Pick Temple Run 2 if

Pick Temple Run 2 if you prefer a classic, nostalgic endless runner experience for quick play sessions, and are prepared for frequent ads and potential technical glitches .

Evidence note: Both apps are free with in-app purchases, and much of the negativity for both stems from free-tier friction (ads, limits) and aggressive monetization. Angry Birds 2 has a higher volume of reviews specifically calling out 'pay-to-win' mechanics, while Temple Run 2's complaints are more focused on ad frequency.

Frequently asked

Which game has more intrusive ads?
Temple Run 2 is more frequently criticized for its overwhelming and intrusive ads, with users reporting ads after every run, even after paying for an ad-free experience . Angry Birds 2 also has many pop-up ads and offers, but the sheer volume of complaints about ads in Temple Run 2 is higher.
Which game is considered 'pay-to-win'?
Angry Birds 2 is widely considered 'pay-to-win' by its users, who feel that almost everything requires payment, and the game has shifted away from skill-based play towards pushing in-app purchases R1R4R9R19.
Do either of these games have performance issues?
Yes, both games have reported performance issues; Angry Birds 2 users frequently experience the app not opening, crashing after updates, and general glitchiness R3R4R12R15, while Temple Run 2 users report the game logging them out, brightness problems, lagging, and glitches .

What reviewers actually said

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  1. [R2] Angry Birds 2 5/5 · US Angry bird2: Fun !!! Great time playing I feel like a kid
  2. [R7] Angry Birds 2 2/5 · US fun game awful app: navigating the app feels clunky like waiting for an old console to load a disc. the game tries to be a story instead of various puzzles like the 1st version. feels like a free game you download and delete 5 mins later.
  3. [R14] Angry Birds 2 4/5 · US Angy birds: I am in love with this franchise. I love the way I get to destroy buildings, pop pigs, and collect feathers to level up my birds. P.S Terrence is my favorite.
  4. [R41] Angry Birds 2 5/5 · US Fun game: Angry birds 1 was already very fun and the second game just added even more there is many events and a lot of levels and cool hats I recommend playing on top of that you can join clans and which I think is really cool
  5. [R6] Angry Birds 2 3/5 · US Pop ups: The amount of pop ups makes me want to cry, just let me play :(
  6. [R13] Angry Birds 2 1/5 · US My angry birds review: This is a 1.1 because Energy System is Stupid
  7. [R19] Angry Birds 2 1/5 · US Used to be fun: I’ve been playing Angry Birds for years, and it used to be one of my favorite mobile games. Unfortunately, it feels like the game has shifted away from being fun and skill-based and toward pushing players to spend money. The amount of ads is overwhelming. It seems like every action is interrupted by another ad, which really takes away from the gameplay experience. On top of that,
  8. [R3] Angry Birds 2 3/5 · US Pretty good but: It’s a enjoyable game, I was even surprised to have my old account back but when I start a story level or the daily levels the game stutters and doesn’t load the level but the game not froze
  9. [R4] Angry Birds 2 1/5 · US Won’t open and is pay to win: app hasn’t worked in a week and is just a money grab
  10. [R12] Angry Birds 2 3/5 · US Glitchy game: Game will not load up correctly glitching
  11. [R15] Angry Birds 2 3/5 · US Help!: Hey developers! I need your help! I’m trying to play the game but it won’t let me!
  12. [R1] Angry Birds 2 2/5 · US Angry Birds two is horrible: Poor excuse of Angry Birds games, always pay to win
  13. [R9] Angry Birds 2 3/5 · US Liked original angry birds best.: The reason kids can’t really play this game very much is because you have to be able to pay for just about everything you do on it. I would rather pay for the game one time and that’s it. It’s paying for every little thing on there is ridiculous. I like the game, but I’m tired of paying for every little thing there is. I would give it five stars if y’all just char
  14. [R18] Angry Birds 2 3/5 · US battle pass: do not buy, it doesn’t help much in the game. everything else I love it
  15. [R40] Angry Birds 2 1/5 · US Submitted ticket: I just submitted a ticket through the web form. AB2 has not worked since the latest update. By reading the reviews, I see that I’m not the only person having this problem. PLEASE fix the game.
  16. [R44] Angry Birds 2 5/5 · US Great but: The game is great. My favorite character is Chuck. But the problem is, I tried punching something when it failed. When I tried pressing the button again to purchase my item. It didn’t let me. So fix it please.😭
  17. [R54] Angry Birds 2 3/5 · GB Good game: I love angry birds. This game has its troubles, mostly when it’s updated and suddenly stops working. However, the manufacturers are contactable and usually sort out the issues quickly. A good game an consistently interesting.
  18. [R117] Temple Run 2 3/5 · GB No good since last update: Since the last update any challenge that includes collecting power ups does not register any. Customer service don’t respond. Either fix it or get rid of power up challenges
  19. [R21] Angry Birds 2 3/5 · US Almost: Very entertaining but the ads, offers, and other payment option can be overwhelming
  20. [R57] Angry Birds 2 3/5 · GB Good gameplay, intrusive pop-ups: Gameplay is solid with a whole array of birds to choose from, the the egregious pop-ups became far too obnoxious. Constantly showing packs costing anywhere from £9.99 to £99.

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