Terraria review
Dig, build and fight bosses in a 2D sandbox world
- Re-Logic
- Paid
- iPhone & iPad, Android, Windows, Mac, Linux
4.5 from 47.7K App Store ratings 5M+ Google Play downloads #19 in Paid Games on the US App Store
Does it deserve #1?
Is Terraria worth it?
Yes. Terraria scores 9.2/10 and ranks #1 in Casual & Party Games. It's best for players who want Minecraft-style building with more combat and bosses. Skip it if you want polished online multiplayer with matchmaking. Price: $4.99 in the App Store with no in-app purchases; Terraria+ is on Apple Arcade.
The verdict
Terraria is the sandbox for players who want a fight with their building. You dig into a randomly generated 2D world, craft better gear from what you find, and summon bosses that push you toward the next tier of loot. The 1.4.5 update brought new bosses, mounts and a smarter crafting menu to mobile alongside PC. It's one cheap purchase, and the label says no data is collected. Touch controls take practice.
- Randomly generated 2D worlds
- 5,000+ items to craft and collect
- Boss fights and gear progression
- Multiplayer with up to 7 friends
- Controller support with remappable buttons
Score breakdown
Overall = features 30% · design 20% · speed 20% · value 15% · privacy 15%. Why these weights?
What's new
- Sep 2026Mobile synced with PC 1.4.5.6, fixing crashes and adding a Cyrillic font for Russian
- Mar 2026Dash and armor set ability buttons added, plus community translations
- Jan 2026The 1.4.5 update reached mobile with a crafting rework and new bosses, mounts and enemies
Privacy 9.8/10
App Store label: the developer says it collects no data from this app, so nothing is used to track you or linked to you.
What we like
- One purchase, no ads or in-app purchases
- Huge amount of content, kept in sync with PC
- Label says no data is collected
What could be better
- Touch controls are fiddly in combat
- Online play needs a hosted game or PC server
Players who want Minecraft-style building with more combat and bosses
you want polished online multiplayer with matchmaking
Questions about Terraria
Is Terraria worth it in 2026?
Yes. Terraria scores 9.2/10 and ranks #1 in Casual & Party Games. It's best for players who want Minecraft-style building with more combat and bosses. Skip it if you want polished online multiplayer with matchmaking. Price: $4.99 in the App Store with no in-app purchases; Terraria+ is on Apple Arcade.
Is Terraria free?
No. It's $4.99 in the App Store with no in-app purchases, and Apple Arcade subscribers can play Terraria+ instead.
Can you play Terraria multiplayer on mobile?
Yes. Up to 7 friends can join over local Wi-Fi or online, using device-hosted games or the free mobile dedicated server for PC.
Is Terraria OK for kids?
The App Store rates it 13+ and Google Play rates it Teen, so it's better suited to older kids.
What are the best alternatives to Terraria?
The closest alternatives are Minecraft, Roblox and Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp Complete. See all of them ranked on our Terraria alternatives page.
Where does Terraria rank?
Terraria ranks #1 of 8 in our Casual & Party Games ranking, with an overall score of 9.2 out of 10.