Item: Boost 2
Rating: 86
Author: Dinsun

Dinsun Review

Boost 2 is what I call a 'waiting room game.' It’s built for five-minute bursts where you have nothing better to do. The sense of speed is decent, and the minimalist art style actually helps with clarity, but the gameplay is about as deep as a puddle. You move left, you move right, you try not to hit a block. That's it.

I appreciate the lack of modern 'freemium' nonsense, but the game hasn't aged particularly well. In an era where mobile games can offer complex narratives or intricate mechanics, Boost 2 feels like a relic of the early App Store days. It's fine for what it is, but don't expect it to hold your attention for more than a few days. The tilt controls are responsive enough, but they feel like a gimmick from 2010. It’s a polished tech demo masquerading as a full game.

Overall Stats

Pros & Cons

Clean, distraction-free visuals
Strong sense of momentum
No intrusive microtransactions

Extremely repetitive gameplay
Lack of long-term progression
dated control philosophy

Technical Report

Performance: Runs flawlessly at high frame rates. Very optimized for older hardware.

Accessibility:

Alternative touch controls

Audience Fit

Buy if: You enjoy minimalist arcade games and chasing high scores.

Skip if: You want depth, variety, or a reason to play for more than ten minutes.

Similar Games:

Super Hexagon
Race the Sun
Tunnel Rush

Reviewer Context

Reviewer: Dinsun, 40-year-old conservative critic
Hardware: iPhone 15 Pro
Playtime: 3 hours
Status: Unlocked all modes

The Game

Available on: iPhone, iPad, iPod

333191476

$1.99 4+★4.7 557 reviews

Author : Jonathan Lanis

Pubish Date : Fri Oct 09 2009

Last Update Date : Tue May 05 2015

Support Languages : English

Genres :

Version 2.5.3Tue May 05 2015

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.
Fixed graphics bug for non-retina iPad displays
Thank you for playing. Your support helps an independent developer make fun, original and exciting games!
The major update to the original version of the game has arrived. Boost 2 features:
+ Three brand new game modes, including online multiplayer
+ A completely redesigned interface and HUD
+ Game Center with online leaderboards and achievements
+ Retina and iPad support
+ Many other bug fixes and optimizations
Thank you everyone for your continued support and feedback. Your encouragement and excitement for this game has been overwhelming, to say the least. I continue to look forward to hearing your feedback!
Boost was featured as one of the best games of 2009 by Apple, and has even been featured in their iPod Touch commercial!
"...among the iPhone tunnel games, Boost is king" - Touch Arcade
"It was the best tunnel racer when it was originally released in 2009, and I'm having a hard time thinking of a better one that has been released since then" - Touch Arcade
"I don’t consider myself a fan of racing games, but Boost 2 was a welcome change to my usual gaming fare." - AppAdvice
"Lanis has crafted a beautiful tunnel-racer that makes its predecessor, Cube Runner, look crude by comparison" - Thumb Spree
"Addicting Solid Tunnel Game" - itunesgames.net
Featured by Apple in "Hot New Games"
Featured on Touch Arcade's "Best iPhone Games: October 2009"
Requires iOS 6.0 or later. Compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.
Thank you for playing. Your support helps an independent developer make fun, original and exciting games!
The major update to the original version of the game has arrived. Boost 2 features:
+ Three brand new game modes, including online multiplayer
+ A completely redesigned interface and HUD
+ Game Center with online leaderboards and achievements
+ Retina and iPad support
+ Many other bug fixes and optimizations
Thank you everyone for your continued support and feedback. Your encouragement and excitement for this game has been overwhelming, to say the least. I continue to look forward to hearing your feedback!
Boost was featured as one of the best games of 2009 by Apple, and has even been featured in their iPod Touch commercial!
"...among the iPhone tunnel games, Boost is king" - Touch Arcade
"It was the best tunnel racer when it was originally released in 2009, and I'm having a hard time thinking of a better one that has been released since then" - Touch Arcade
"I don’t consider myself a fan of racing games, but Boost 2 was a welcome change to my usual gaming fare." - AppAdvice
"Lanis has crafted a beautiful tunnel-racer that makes its predecessor, Cube Runner, look crude by comparison" - Thumb Spree
"Addicting Solid Tunnel Game" - itunesgames.net
Featured by Apple in "Hot New Games"
Featured on Touch Arcade's "Best iPhone Games: October 2009"

Ratings & Reviews

4.7 out of 5 with 557 Counts

★★★★★

Age Rating 4+

Boost 2 is the sequel to the hit tunnel racer. Fly through futuristic tubes, avoiding blocks and collecting speed boosts. Featuring multiple game modes and online leaderboards, it's a test of pure reflex and concentration.