Terraria

Terraria at a glance

Terraria is a 2D adventure and sandbox game for players who want to explore, gather materials, craft equipment, build settlements and fight through increasingly dangerous areas. Its open-ended structure suits creative players, explorers and anyone happy to set their own goals rather than follow a short, fixed campaign.

Why it earns an A+

With a rating of 4.57 from 401,982 reviews, Terraria sits in the top grade band. More than 5,000,000 installs also show that it has a substantial Android audience. The grade reflects a game with unusual depth: there are thousands of items to find, hundreds of enemies to face, and a progression system that keeps opening new crafting and combat options.

What you can do

• Explore procedurally generated worlds with different terrain, hazards and resources.
• Mine, craft weapons and equipment, and build anything from a basic shelter to a large base.
• Take on enemies and bosses while improving your character through new gear and accessories.
• Play with others through local Wi-Fi or dedicated servers, with support for up to seven players.

Things to consider

Terraria is not a simple pick-up-and-play adventure. Its inventory, crafting recipes and many systems can take time to understand, especially on a small touchscreen. The mobile interface can be rearranged to suit different play styles, and gamepad support gives players another control option. The large amount of content is its main strength, but it also means the game may feel demanding until you learn how its world works.

Developed by 505 Games Srl, Terraria is a strong fit for players who value discovery, construction and long-term progression over a tightly directed story.