# Cross Dakar City

> Arcade game about navigating a city to find parents, featuring social challenges. (iPhone/iPad app by Ousseynou khadim Beye.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cross-dakar-city/id976612465 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Ousseynou khadim Beye](https://appshunter.io/developer/976612464)
- Category: Games, Casual
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.90/5 from 8 App Store ratings · 6 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 6.0 · 16 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2015-05-23
- Data updated: 2026-06-01
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cross-dakar-city/id976612465/reviews.md

## What is Cross Dakar City?

Mamadou, a talibé* forced begging on the streets has decided one day to travel across Dakar City to find his biological parents.

* Talibé: Senegal's child beggar (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Talibe)

GAMEPLAY:
The game system is intended to be very simple. The goal is to lead Mamadou to the house of his biological parents. To do so, the player must cross roads while avoiding cars, rivers with the help of canoes and rails while avoiding the little blue train. To make the game a little more attractive, bonuses are available at times and the landscape is scattered with various obstacles. And finally, the game also includes two other dimensions:
- A tourist dimension: the graphic design is inspired by the city of Dakar including carrapides, local taxis, the little blue train, canoes, carts, the Pink Lake, ...
- A social dimension: in the sense that it is possible to compare your performance with that of your friends and even challenge them.

HOW TO PLAY :
- Tap to move forward
- Swipe down, left or right to move in those directions

"Cross Dakar City is a mobile Frogger game featuring a street kid and a sociocultural message.
Who knew such a dark topic could translate into such a colourful game?" - IGN (http://za.ign.com/tech/98629/news/cross-dakar-city-is-a-mobile-frogger-game-featurin)

"The best and most innovative solution in Entertainment & Lifestyle from Senegal" - World Summit Award 2015
(http://www.socialnetlink.org/2015/07/world-summit-award-2015-sept-startups-representeront-le-senegal/)

Nominated for Best of Online Activism Awards in the category "Tech for Good" http://thebobs.com/english/category/2016/tech-for-good-2016/#post-5981

Best African App (finalist) https://www.appsafrica.com/finalists-announced-for-appsafrica-innovation-awards-2015/

- African start-up award (candidate) http://www.ny-forum-africa.com/en/african-start-up-award

"Cross Dakar City c’est mieux que Candy crush !!" - Afrocentriklab (http://afrocentriklab.com/cross-dakar-city-cest-mieux-que-candy-crush/)

Press:
- IGN : http://za.ign.com/tech/98629/news/cross-dakar-city-is-a-mobile-frogger-game-featurin

- The Observers France 24 : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DkDXz4kXcQU

- RFI English : https://youtu.be/T0YTOlVYKKs

- Reuters : http://www.reuters.com/article/us-senegal-children-videogames-idUSKCN0WX2EU

- Vice : http://motherboard.vice.com/read/a-senegalese-indie-game-developer-turned-a-street-kid-into-a-hero-in-this-game

- Okayafrica : http://www.okayafrica.com/news/cross-dakar-city-senegalese-video-game/

- France 24: http://observers.france24.com/en/20151224-video-game-child-beggar-senegal-dakar-talibe

- BBC: http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p02w49nt

To follow the project:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/crossdakarcity
Twitter: @CrossDakarCity
Instagram: @crossdakarcity

## Key features

- Navigate city streets
- Avoid traffic and obstacles
- Use canoes and trains
- Collect bonuses
- Compare scores with friends
- Challenge friends

## Recent user reviews (6 of 6)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cross-dakar-city/id976612465/reviews.md

### 5/5 — J'adore

*2017-09-16, version 1.9*

Vraiment innovant, merci.

### 5/5 — Excellent jeu

*2016-08-31*

Felicitations Khadim !!

### 5/5 — Great Game

*2016-01-31*

From Senegal

### 5/5 — Good game

*2015-12-19*

A good game from a senegalese genius.Wish you the best Ousseynou and waiting for more creations to come.

### 5/5 — Awesome

*2015-06-16, version 1.1*

Awesome!

### 5/5 — Addicting

*2015-06-01*

The game come into levels, I've been stuck to level 4 for weeks. Looks easy but it's very challenging.

## Frequently asked questions about Cross Dakar City

### What is the main objective in Cross Dakar City?

The main objective is to guide the protagonist, Mamadou, across Dakar City to find his biological parents. This involves navigating various obstacles and avoiding dangers.

### How do you play Cross Dakar City?

Gameplay is simple: tap to move forward, and swipe down, left, or right to move in those directions. You'll need to avoid cars, trains, and other hazards.

### Does Cross Dakar City have multiplayer?

Yes, Cross Dakar City includes a social dimension where you can compare your performance with friends and even challenge them directly.

### What platforms is Cross Dakar City available on?

Cross Dakar City is available on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices.

### Is Cross Dakar City free to play?

Yes, Cross Dakar City is available for free. The app does not contain advertisements or in-app purchases.

### What is the age rating for Cross Dakar City?

Cross Dakar City has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for younger players and families.

### How often is Cross Dakar City updated?

The latest version is 1.9, and the app was last updated on March 1, 2016. Updates are not frequent.

### What inspired the design of Cross Dakar City?

The graphic design is inspired by the city of Dakar, featuring elements like carrapides, local taxis, the little blue train, canoes, carts, and the Pink Lake.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.9 — 2016-03-01

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

Bug fixes.

### 1.8 — 2016-02-09

Bug fixes.

### 1.7 — 2015-08-25

* Difficulty adjustment.

### 1.6 — 2015-08-11

Bug fixes.

### 1.5 — 2015-07-22

Bug fixes.

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