Jar 09 · Sandbox adventure · Re-Logic, 2011
Terraria
Dig, build, fight and explore a 2D world full of bosses and biomes. More than a decade of free updates in one small purchase.
Edition reviewed: Terraria (2011).
Official artwork © Re-LogicWhat you do
Mine, craft gear, build a house for townsfolk, explore caves and fight bosses, alone or with friends.
Who it suits
Anyone who likes building and adventure. Brilliant with friends.
01Arrival
You start with a pickaxe and a guide. The first night, zombies arrive and you hurry to build walls.
02Deeper in
Bosses unlock new materials, which unlock new bosses. The world keeps getting bigger and stranger.
03Safe places to stop
There is no end, so set a goal for each session: one boss, one house, one cave.
Why it works
- Huge, generous content
- Great with friends
- Free updates forever
Watch out for
- Can be overwhelming
- Endless by design
The score
Overall 4.7 out of 5 · Lush · how we score
Our verdict
The best value game on the shelf. Set a goal for each session.
Written by the Moss Byte desk. Updated 23 October 2026. Facts were checked against the publisher and store pages at that date; prices and platforms can change.