The official listings remain visible, but the most recent listed updates are old. User reviews report layout, edge-touch, and purchase-button problems on newer iPhones and iPads. These reports are useful warnings, not a guarantee that every device will have the same issue.
Fast answer
The answer before the background
For an official download, open the Apple App Store and search for the correct edition from Subatomic Studios. Choose Fieldrunners 2 for iPhone on an iPhone, or Fieldrunners 2 for iPad on an iPad. In the United States, Apple lists the phone edition at $2.99 and the tablet edition at $4.99, with optional in-app purchases. The iPhone listing says it requires iOS 8.0 or later, while the iPad listing says it requires iPadOS 8.0 or later. Because both builds have old update histories, confirm that the Get or price button appears on your specific device before paying.
Official route
How to download the game safely
There are two official App Store entries, and choosing the right one matters. On an iPhone, search the App Store for the title and confirm that the seller is Subatomic Studios, LLC. The phone entry is identified as an iPhone app. On an iPad, look for the separate edition named Fieldrunners 2 for iPad, also sold by Subatomic Studios, LLC.
Avoid websites offering an IPA file, a cracked package, unlimited coins, or a supposedly free iOS download. Those are not the official Apple distribution route, and the available evidence does not establish that they are safe or authorized. A legitimate purchase should take place inside the App Store under your Apple account.
Use these steps:
1. Open the App Store on the device you want to use.
2. Search for the title and check the developer name before selecting a result.
3. Choose the iPhone listing for an iPhone or the dedicated iPad listing for an iPad.
4. Check the displayed price, required operating system, app size, and compatibility section.
5. Complete the Apple purchase, download the app, and launch it from the Home Screen.
6. If the listing shows Open instead of a price, the app is already associated with that Apple account and can be redownloaded.
- The US iPhone listing shows a 91.5 MB download and a $2.99 purchase price.
- The US iPad listing shows a 389.1 MB download and a $4.99 purchase price.
- Both listings include optional in-app coin purchases, so the initial payment does not mean every optional item is included.
| Device | Official listing | Store requirement | US price shown |
|---|---|---|---|
| iPhone | Fieldrunners 2 | iOS 8.0 or later | $2.99 |
| iPad | Fieldrunners 2 for iPad | iPadOS 8.0 or later | $4.99 |
The prices above are from Apple’s US storefront. Apple may show a different currency, tax treatment, or availability in another country. Treat the price displayed on your own device as the final one.
Compatibility
iPhone and iPad support explained
Apple’s phone listing officially names iPhone and iPod touch support and states a minimum requirement of iOS 8.0. The dedicated tablet listing names iPad support and states a minimum requirement of iPadOS 8.0. These are minimum operating-system claims from the store pages, not a promise that the game is fully optimized for every current device.
The update history is the more important warning for modern hardware. The iPhone page records full iPhone X support in April 2018, while the iPad page shows a 64-bit update in May 2017. Neither listing demonstrates a recent optimization for current iOS or iPadOS releases. Apple still presents the apps as downloadable, but the store information does not confirm flawless operation on every modern model.
User reviews on the listings report problems such as map edges being difficult to reach, interface elements overlapping newer screen areas, and some buttons or coin purchases not responding correctly. These are anecdotal reports rather than universal defects, but they are a good reason to test the app promptly and use Apple’s refund process if it does not work as expected.
For an iPad, the dedicated tablet version is the safer choice because it is the listing designed and sized for that platform. Do not assume that buying the iPhone edition automatically provides the same tablet experience. Apple presents them as separate products with different names, prices, sizes, and compatibility entries.
- Before buying, check the exact device model and operating-system requirement shown in the App Store.
- Leave enough free storage for the listed app size and any temporary installation space.
- If touch controls near the bottom or edges are unreliable, try rotating the device, zooming the game view, or checking whether the issue is specific to the current operating system.
- Do not treat the minimum iOS or iPadOS number as evidence of current-day optimization.
| What is verified | What remains uncertain |
|---|---|
| Both editions are listed by Apple and sold by Subatomic Studios, LLC. | The listings do not clearly confirm full support for every current iOS or iPadOS release. |
| The phone build supports iPhone under the stated iOS requirement. | Newer screen layouts and gesture areas may cause control or display problems according to user reports. |
| The tablet build supports iPad under the stated iPadOS requirement. | The pages do not promise identical saves, purchases, or behavior between the separate editions. |
The operating-system requirements and prices are verified store data. The recommendation to confirm the listing directly on your device is practical advice because Apple can change regional availability and device compatibility without changing this guide.
Cost and versions
Is there a free version?
The official US listings do not present the game as free. The iPhone edition shows a $2.99 price, and the iPad edition shows a $4.99 price. Both pages also list optional in-app purchases for coin bundles. Therefore, searches for a free iOS version should not be interpreted as evidence that an authorized free download exists.
The App Store pages show old version histories rather than a newly maintained release. The phone listing records version 1.9.180445 on April 11, 2018, including full iPhone X support. The tablet listing records version 1.9.177609 on May 10, 2017, including 64-bit device support and bug fixes. Apple’s page may display additional platform metadata, but no newer gameplay update was verified in the current listings.
If you already purchased an edition, sign in with the same Apple account and check your App Store purchase history before paying again. If the app is unavailable on a particular device or the page shows a compatibility warning, do not bypass that warning with an unofficial download. It is better to confirm the purchase works on the intended hardware first.
- Verified: the official editions are paid apps in the US storefront.
- Verified: optional coin purchases are listed inside both editions.
- Unverified: claims that a current third-party free download is authorized or safe.
- Recommendation: use the App Store listing on the exact device you plan to play on.
Troubleshooting
If the listing or download does not work
If search results do not show the game, open the App Store through your device rather than relying on an old external result. Confirm that your Apple account region is supported and that the title has not been hidden by a compatibility filter. Store availability can differ between countries.
If the download begins but fails, check your connection, available storage, Apple account payment settings, and whether the device has enough free space for installation. Restarting the device and trying again from the Purchased section can also help when the app was previously owned.
If the game installs but controls are misaligned, the problem may be an old app layout rather than a failed download. Update the device to the newest operating system it supports, test the game immediately, and keep your receipt. If the app is unusable, contact Apple for purchase support; the store listing identifies Subatomic Studios as the seller, but Apple handles App Store billing and refunds.
Do not install an IPA from an unverified source to work around a missing App Store button. That route can create security, account, and save-data risks, and there is no verified evidence here that such packages are official.
- Check the seller name before downloading.
- Compare the required operating system with the version installed on your device.
- Keep the purchase receipt until you have tested the game.
- Report billing or refund issues through Apple’s official purchase-support process.
FAQ
Common questions
Can I get the game free on iOS?
The official US App Store pages show paid downloads rather than a free edition: $2.99 for the iPhone listing and $4.99 for the dedicated iPad listing. Both also contain optional in-app purchases. A third-party free package is not verified or recommended.
Which edition should I download on an iPhone?
Use the listing named Fieldrunners 2 that Apple identifies for iPhone. Check that Subatomic Studios, LLC is shown as the developer and confirm the price and iOS requirement before buying.
Is there a separate version for iPad?
Yes. Apple lists Fieldrunners 2 for iPad as a separate app. It has its own price, larger listed download size, and an iPadOS 8.0 or later requirement.
Will it work on a modern iPhone or iPad?
Apple still lists both editions as downloadable, but the latest listed updates are from 2017 and 2018. User reviews mention display and touch problems on newer hardware, so compatibility beyond the stated minimum requirements is not guaranteed.
Does the iPhone purchase include the iPad edition?
The App Store presents the phone and tablet builds as separate listings with different names and prices. Do not assume that one purchase includes the other; check your Apple account’s Purchased section and the listing shown for your device.
Sources
What we checked
Official listings establish current availability and product facts. Community pages are used for mechanics and build history, then labeled separately.