# Elevator Joe: City Hotel Management Tycoon Sim

> Time management and elevator simulation game with tower customization and challenges. (iPhone/iPad app by AppForge Inc..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/elevator-joe-city-hotel-management-tycoon-sim/id646358937 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [AppForge Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/922042387)
- Category: Games, Entertainment, Casual, Strategy
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 2.80/5 from 41 App Store ratings · 89 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 8.0 · 47 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2013-09-19
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/elevator-joe-city-hotel-management-tycoon-sim/id646358937/reviews.md

## What is Elevator Joe?

WARNING: Very addictive game! Play at your own risk!

"...Cute design, great layout, challenging gameplay, interesting content." - gamesinasia.com

"...Elevator Joe brings about the same level of addiction hidden inside this otherwise casual and innocent looking game." - abuggedlife.com

From the makers of the hit game Streetfood Tycoon comes another fun and addictive strategy app--Elevator Joe, a time management/elevator simulation game where you have to bring tiny people called Chibizens to their destination floors as fast as you can! Along the way, you can upgrade your elevator, work your way through scenarios, unlock various items and customize your tower.

If you love tycoon, simulation and strategy games, you will love Elevator Joe.

Key Features:

- Unlock all 10 floors
- Unlock dozens of upgrades
- Unlock dozens of stores for your tower
- Over 50 time management challenges to complete
- Challenge your friends on Game Center
- Guaranteed fun for the entire family!

Grab Elevator Joe now--it's totally FREE!

PLEASE NOTE! Elevator Joe is completely FREE-TO-PLAY but some game items can also be purchased using real money. If you don't want to use this feature, please disable in-app purchases from your device settings. Elevator Joe DOES NOT require an internet connection to play.

Website:
http://www.kuyimobile.com/

Support and Feedback:
http://www.kuyimobile.com/support.php

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## Key features

- Operate elevators to transport people
- Upgrade elevators and unlock floors
- Unlock dozens of stores
- Complete time management challenges
- Customize your tower
- Challenge friends on Game Center

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Bag of Chibi Yens | $0.99 | one-time |
| Sack of Chibi Yens | $1.99 | one-time |
| Chibi Yen Vault | $4.99 | one-time |
| Chibi Yen Truck | $7.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of Elevator Joe?

Overall sentiment: negative

**Pros**

- 👍 Addictive gameplay
- 💡 Unique idea
- 🎨 Cute graphics
- 🎮 Fun to play
- ⏱️ Good for passing time
- 🚀 Fast-paced challenge
- ✨ Well-polished

**Cons**

- 🐛 Crashes frequently
- ❌ Game won't open
- ⚠️ Stops working
- 📉 Outdated
- 📱 Incompatible with newer iOS

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Crashes on launch
- App closes immediately after opening
- Game freezes during upgrades
- In-app purchase button hit accidentally
- Play button not working after game over
- Stole credit (in-app purchase not credited)
- Game glitches
- Freezing when upgrading

**Most requested features**

- Update the app for newer iOS versions
- More updates
- Make the game bigger
- Add more content

## Recent user reviews (10 of 89)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/elevator-joe-city-hotel-management-tycoon-sim/id646358937/reviews.md

### 2/5 — Needs updating!

*2023-10-02, version 1.0.8*

I love this game ... but can only play it now if I dig out my old fossil of an iPad Air. Joe just won’t work with updated iOSes.  The developers should do the necessary.

### 1/5 — Nice game but stopped working 😭

*2023-08-28, version 1.0.8*

it installs the app but when I click on it it just goes back to the phone’s home screen.
PLEASE FIX!! and I will give 5 🌟

### 1/5 — Craches

*2022-11-14, version 1.0.8*

This game crashes every time I try to open it so I am unable to play it

### 1/5 — Not working

*2021-09-15, version 1.0.8*

This game is not working at all

### 1/5 — Won’t open

*2021-01-12, version 1.0.8*

I downloaded this game and when it finished I clicked to open the game but it won’t open.

### 1/5 — Game Crash

*2020-12-17, version 1.0.8*

As soon as I got done downloading the game and I clicked on it it was just open and close it would not let me play the game and it would crash need to fix this ASAP

### 1/5 — Crashes

*2020-11-04, version 1.0.8*

Unable to open the app, keeps crashing.

### 1/5 — Not working

*2020-10-25, version 1.0.8*

So I just downloaded this game and it won’t even open. What wrong?

### 1/5 — Crashing

*2020-09-29, version 1.0.8*

Keeps crashing every time I open the app so I can’t play it😫 please sort it as I love these types of games

### 1/5 — AJJW

*2020-09-24, version 1.0.8*

I just downloaded this game because I wanted something easy and fun. It downloaded fine but won’t even play. As soon as I click on it it goes tot he game and then immediately goes back to the Home Screen.

## Frequently asked questions about Elevator Joe

### What is Elevator Joe?

Elevator Joe is a time management and elevator simulation game where players operate elevators to transport tiny people called Chibizens to their destination floors as quickly as possible. The game involves upgrading elevators, unlocking floors and stores, and completing various time management challenges.

### What are the key features of Elevator Joe?

Key features include unlocking all 10 floors, dozens of elevator upgrades, unlocking numerous stores for your tower, over 50 time management challenges, and the ability to challenge friends on Game Center. The game is designed for fun for the entire family.

### Is Elevator Joe free to play?

Yes, Elevator Joe is completely free-to-play. However, some in-game items can be purchased with real money. Players can disable in-app purchases in their device settings if they do not wish to use this feature.

### Does Elevator Joe require an internet connection?

No, Elevator Joe does not require an internet connection to play. You can enjoy the game offline at any time.

### Who is the target audience for Elevator Joe?

This game is designed for players who love tycoon, simulation, and strategy games. It's particularly appealing to those who enjoy time management challenges and a casual yet addictive gameplay experience.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.0.8 — 2016-10-17

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

Bug fixes

### 1.0.7 — 2014-03-07

- Improved performance
- Bug fixes

Thank you for playing Elevator Joe!

### 1.0.3 — 2013-11-21

Halloween and Christmas update in one! We're having an early Christmas here in Chibi Town!

- Brand new app icon! Let us know what you think?
- Added mini-game and win daily prizes!
- Added bonus levels!
- Miscellaneous UI improvements
- Fixed issues concerning iOS7 compatibility
- Tons of new Chibizens!

HUGE THANKS for playing and supporting Elevator Joe!

### 1.0.1 — 2013-10-13

- iOS7 compatibility
- Gameplay/UI improvements
- Bug fixes
- Improved performance

Does anyone every read these btw?

Anyway, thank you for all the feedback and suggestions, we've listened and updated the game accordingly. Thank you for helping us make Elevator Joe an even better game!

Enjoy the update! :)

### 1.0.0 — 2013-09-13

No release notes.

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