# Basketball Game

> Realistic mobile basketball simulation with adjustable difficulty and trick shot capabilities. (iPhone/iPad app by Piet Jonas.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/basketball-game/id298131018 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Piet Jonas](https://appshunter.io/developer/288060167)
- Category: Games, Sports, Casual, Sports
- Price: $1.99
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 2 App Store ratings · 28 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.6 · 3 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2008-11-28
- Data updated: 2026-09-08
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/basketball-game/id298131018/reviews.md

## What is Basketball Game?

Play basketball on your iPhone, iPod or iPad. First practice and then try to hit as often as possible with 20 shots or with a limited number of attempts per hit.

How to play: Tap and hold the ball and drag the finger into the direction you want to shoot. The length determines the speed of the shot. Release the finger to shoot. The ball bounces realisticly from walls and the hoop. So you can even do trick shots.

Adjust the difficulty by adding a ceiling, fixing the basket and changing the gravity.

## Key features

- Realistic ball physics
- Adjustable difficulty settings
- Trick shot capabilities
- Practice mode
- Limited attempt challenges

## Chart rankings

- #166 in Top Paid · Sports (US App Store)

## Recent user reviews (10 of 28)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/basketball-game/id298131018/reviews.md

### 5/5 — So good

*2024-01-26*

I relaxed with the game and is kind of fun 👌🏀🏀🏀

### 5/5 — Amazing

*2014-04-28*

10/10 would shoot again

### 1/5 — White screen

*2014-04-20*

Opened it and all it is is a white screen

### 1/5 — Doesn't work

*2014-01-12, version 1.2.1*

Just got scammed. App doesn't work

### 1/5 — Nothing but I white page

*2014-01-11*

When I open the app up it is nothing but I white page. I love the dashboard version of this game so please fix it!

### 4/5 — Doesn't open..

*2013-11-12*

App doesn't work on my iPad.. It will launch fine but, will only get as far as a black bar on the bottom and white on the top. Please fix!!

### 1/5 — What?

*2013-10-23*

All it is, is a blank white page when it opens. Is this a glitch or was I scammed?

### 1/5 — Darn it!

*2012-08-15, version 1.2.0*

Total waste of two bucks! Do not buy!

### 1/5 — .

*2011-03-23*

Definitely the worst game I've ever spent money on - do not buy.

### 2/5 — Good

*2011-02-06, version 1.2.0*

It's a fun game but it shouldn't be $1.99

## Frequently asked questions about Basketball Game

### What devices does Basketball Game support?

Basketball Game is available on iPhone, iPad, and iPod. It was last updated on May 21, 2023, with version 1.4.2.

### How do I play Basketball Game?

To play, tap and hold the ball, then drag your finger in the desired shooting direction. The drag length controls shot speed. Release to shoot, with realistic ball physics allowing for trick shots.

### Can I adjust the difficulty in Basketball Game?

Yes, you can adjust the difficulty by adding a ceiling, fixing the basket, and changing the gravity settings within the game.

### Is Basketball Game free to play?

No, Basketball Game is a paid application. It costs $1.99 and does not feature in-app purchases or advertisements.

### What is the age rating for Basketball Game?

Basketball Game has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for younger players and families.

### How often is Basketball Game updated?

The game was last updated on May 21, 2023, indicating regular maintenance and potential feature additions.

### Does Basketball Game have multiplayer modes?

The current description does not mention multiplayer modes. It focuses on single-player practice and challenges.

### Can I play Basketball Game offline?

Based on the description, the game appears to be playable offline as it does not mention any online requirements for its core gameplay.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.4.3 — 2026-07-07

- bug fix

### 1.4.2 — 2023-05-21

- bug fixed

### 1.4.1 — 2020-04-23

- support for iPhone X+

### 1.4.0 — 2017-03-30

- 64bit, iOS10 and iPad Pro support

### 1.3.0 — 2014-12-21

- support for the iPhone 6 and 6+
- enhanced for iOS 8

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*Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-09-08.*