# Core Trials — Conquer the Trials!

> Retro-themed AR bullet hell action game with motion controls and boss battles. (iPhone/iPad app by Ohilo Technologies Private Limited.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/core-trials/id1672762361 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Ohilo Technologies Private Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1577065911)
- Category: Games, Entertainment, Action, Family
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.30/5 from 20 App Store ratings · 15 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 9+
- Requires: iOS 14.0 · 217 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2023-03-27
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/core-trials/id1672762361/reviews.md

## What is Core Trials?

"Core Trials" is an action-packed retro-themed motion-based Undertale-inspired AR bullet hell where you play as the Core handler. 

Whether learning from the trial master or diving straight into the heart of battles against evil commanders, you are in for immersive challenges that will push your skills to the limit.

GENRE

"Core Trials" is an Action Bullet Hell game fueled with AR and Motion Gaming mechanics.

ART STYLE

Inspired by the undying charm of Undertale, Core Trils does justice to pixel art and chiptune music to the fullest with mesmerizing animations and a melodious soundtrack.

CONTROLS

One of the key features of Core Trials is its motion-based controls. Use your body to move your core around the screen to dodge and collect. The controls are highly responsive and intuitive, allowing precise movements and quick reactions. The video stream is processed on your device locally, and we do not save it anywhere.

SINGLE-PLAYER

Face a variety of trial masters who will test you in their own way. Prove yourself as a worthy core handler to them. Move yourself around to protect your core and dodge the relentless attacks to survive and complete the trials. While optional, take risks to narrowly evade attacks, score brushes, and earn more rewards.

Learn enough from the masters, and you can face a commander. In the clash, dodge their brutal attacks and collect damage tokens to deal damage to them. Don't let your guard down, as each one has a trick up their sleeve. When their health fully depletes, the commanders are defeated. 

Each commander has taken a guardian captive. Defeat the commanders and set the guardians free. You will be rewarded for your efforts. There's no dodging here, so collect as many rewards as possible. 

When you defeat enough commanders, you can face the Bahamut of bosses, the General. Rinse and repeat what you've learned throughout your journey, but don't take the general lightly. He is much stronger than the commanders. Defeat him and find out if he is the source of all the evil or just another pawn.

PROGRESSION AND REWARDS

Core Trials features a unique yet straightforward progression system using the Trophy system. Each level has three difficulties, i.e., Easy, medium, and Hard. Completing a level of easy difficulty will earn you a trophy while pushing the difficulty up to medium. You can earn a maximum of three trophies from a level, and each commander demands a certain amount before you can challenge them. You are rewarded heftily for each time you complete a level. The higher the difficulty you complete a level, the heavier your pockets will be with rewards.

ACHIEVEMENTS AND LEADERBOARDS

Mark your progress throughout the game with over 20 available achievements. Unlock each one, claiming mastery over challenges and getting rewarded.
For those with a competitive spirit, aim for the top spot on the leaderboards to proudly showcase your skills.

STORE

Discover the store where you can use your hard-earned rewards to enhance your experience. Choose from a wide range of options to personalize your gameplay. You can customize your core with different skins, select from various backgrounds to suit your aesthetics, and enhance your performance with buffs. You can also replenish your lives, purchase Safir, or convert Kanri into Safir if required. New cosmetic items are added regularly to keep the store fresh.


This game requires an internet connection and contains third-party advertising.

Support: ios-support@ohilo.io
Privacy Policy: https://ohilo.io/privacypolicy.html

NOTE: Core Trials is free to download and play. However, please be aware that certain in-game items may be purchased with real money. You are advised to use this feature cautiously. Disable In-App Purchases in the settings if needed.

## Key features

- AR bullet hell gameplay
- Motion-based controls
- Retro pixel art style
- Undertale-inspired visuals
- Single-player boss battles
- Trophy-based progression
- Achievements and leaderboards

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Handful of Safir | $0.49 | one-time |
| Pile of Safir | $0.99 | one-time |
| Stack of Safir | $1.49 | one-time |
| Mountain of Safir | $3.49 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (10 of 15)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/core-trials/id1672762361/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Pls fix this

*2024-12-03*

It take go ever to load but I’m pretty sure this game is good

### 2/5 — What the heck man

*2024-09-05*

When I just download it Nothing happened. It was very boring to wait.😒 I’m really hate this. What is wrong with this game?😤 I have to sign in to game center before I play the game🫤

### 4/5 — So about the fire balls

*2024-08-24*

The game is great though I have one problem, THE STUPID FIREBALLS! In the third trial sometimes it’s just impossible to dodge the fireballs. Example: You dodge a attack, THEN ITS IMPOSSIBLE TO GET PAST THE NEXT ON! The worst part is that you can’t prevent it from happening.

### 3/5 — Fun concept, but…

*2024-08-24*

The idea is interesting and the gameplay can be fun, but I find myself having to fight the body tracking system a lot :/ would probably just be better if you used your finger to touch the screen to move the core.

### 5/5 — nice game for for challenges

*2024-06-19*

👌🏻

### 5/5 — Heck yeah!!!🤙

*2024-06-07*

I’ve been playing this game since day one and let me tell you it has risen up to greatness👌 Also this game keeps me very entertained and active, I don’t know the last time I was this into a game, So great job guys 👏👏👏👍

### 5/5 — underrated

*2024-05-24*

super fun game its kinda like undertale

### 4/5 — Problem

*2024-05-04*

My loading screen won’t go play I. Wanna play but cant

### 1/5 — Huh

*2024-04-07*

It won’t load

### 4/5 — For some reason it won’t let me play

*2024-02-12*

You guys MIGHT remember me (ya’ll probably don’t) from that series i made about your game (ya’ll commented on the vid) well i open up the game and i can’t get onto the server (it wont let me play) i would like— no, ABSOLUTELY LOVE for you guys to figure out a way for me to actually play this.

Much love, Mr.Dum_58

**Developer response:** Hello @Mr.dum_58! Thanks for the warm appreciation! How can we forget you? We loved your videos of our game. We're sad to hear that you are having issues starting the game. We recently released a new update. Download and try it and see if that solves the problem. If not, then tell us what error message pops up. You can reply to this review or join our Discord and speak to our super-friendly developers: https://discord.gg/kgprfhtUay

## Frequently asked questions about Core Trials

### What kind of gameplay does Core Trials offer?

Core Trials is an action-packed bullet hell game that utilizes Augmented Reality (AR) and motion-based controls. Players must dodge enemy attacks and collect rewards to progress through challenging trials and battles.

### How do the motion controls in Core Trials work?

The motion controls allow you to use your body to move your core character on screen, dodging attacks and collecting items. The game processes video locally on your device for responsive and intuitive control, without saving any footage.

### What is the progression system in Core Trials?

Progression is driven by the Trophy system. Each level has three difficulties (Easy, Medium, Hard), and completing them earns trophies. Accumulating a set number of trophies is required to challenge commanders and bosses.

### Is Core Trials suitable for younger players?

Core Trials has an age rating of 9+, making it suitable for younger players. The game features retro-themed pixel art and chiptune music, which can appeal to a broad audience.

### Can I play Core Trials offline?

The provided description does not specify whether Core Trials supports offline play. However, its AR and motion-based mechanics might suggest a need for an active internet connection for certain features.

### How often is Core Trials updated?

The latest version of Core Trials is 2024.2.6, last updated on June 4, 2024. This indicates a relatively recent update, suggesting ongoing development and support from the developer.

### What platforms can I play Core Trials on?

Core Trials is supported on Mac, iPhone, iPad, and iPod. This wide range of Apple devices allows for flexible gameplay across different Apple ecosystems.

### What do players like most about Core Trials?

Based on its 4.3-star rating from 20 ratings, players likely appreciate the unique AR and motion-based gameplay, the retro art style, and the challenging boss battles. The intuitive controls also seem to be a strong point.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2024.2.6 — 2024-06-04

Core Trials v2024.2.6 Major Update

ENHANCEMENTS:

Simplified overall UI.
Reduced redundancy in buffs and updated their descriptions for clarity.
Updated Kanri and Safir icons.
An icon now indicates active core manipulation during gameplay.
Animations now play on the player's health bar upon getting hit.
A confirm panel was added when trying to exit a level.


ADDITIONS AND CHANGES:

Levels now start with max health.
Life is consumed after failing a level.
CP system is now the Trophy system.
Each level has three different difficulties: Easy, Medium, and Hard.
Completing a difficulty will increase it and earn you a trophy.
Completing levels rewards significantly more.
Commanders can manipulate your core.
Watch ads to double level completion rewards.
Adjusted prices of certain shop items to Safir.
Added option to purchase Safir (Purple gems) with Kanri (Gold coins) in the shop.
Removal of specific achievements.
The PvP mode is removed and is currently under development.
Added new skins and backgrounds.


FIXES:

Resolved core visibility issue and core skin glitch in levels during core manipulation.
The last attack animation no longer persists in the outro dialogue scene after gameplay.

### 2024.2.2 — 2024-04-06

ENHANCEMENTS
Improved matchmaking in Quick Join
Simplified tutorial flow with an option to skip
Tutorial is now available under Quick Guide tab in Settings
Updated the Quick Guide video to show PvP guide as well
Simplified PvP in-game UI to show only score difference


ADDITIONS
Added new Core Skins (edited)

### 2024.2.1 — 2024-03-31

ADDITIONS
Multiplayer beta is now live for everyone.
Use the camera switch button on the body detection screen if the front camera is not the default.
Added more core skins and background. (Don't forget to check out the Souls core skin set)

### 2024.1.6 — 2024-03-11

ENHANCEMENTS

Completing the tutorial unlocks 3 levels by default to reduce early grind.
Clarified available Core Power (gating metric for clashes) for each level.
Major UI changes in level selection for better readability of necessary details.
Changed camera opacity filter range so players can play without seeing the camera feed.
Leaderboards have been moved to the player profile.
Updated settings UI, highlighting quick guide and tutorial videos.

MINOR CHANGES

Body detection works faster now.
The tutorial is shorter and better.
The loading screen shows gameplay videos.
Fixed bugs in some achievements and Gift from Elixir.
Resolved a bug that navigated players to the tutorial section instead of the previously played episode.

ADDITIONS

Added more core skins and backgrounds to the shop including the fan favorite SANS core skin.

### 2024.1.4 — 2024-02-13

New Additions:
Improved onboarding with a new tutorial level (Trial of Beginning).
Everyone gets 9 additional lives for completing the tutorial level.


Quality of Life changes:
Simplified level info screen
Fixed minor bugs

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