# Ellude — Dodge the fire. Stay alive. > Endless arcade reflex game dodging falling fire across four pathways. (iPhone/iPad app by Nicholas Turk.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ellude/id1154721878 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Nicholas Turk](https://appshunter.io/developer/1154721877) - Category: Games, Entertainment, Action, Casual - Price: Free with in-app purchases - Rating: 5.00/5 from 3 App Store ratings · 2 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 9+ - Requires: iOS 15.0 · 14 MB - Languages: American English - Released: 2016-09-20 - Data updated: 2026-06-05 - Monetization: free with in-app purchases - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ellude/id1154721878/reviews.md ## What is Ellude? Ellude is the endless arcade game that tests your reflexes and decision-making. One wrong move and it's game over! HOW TO PLAY Move left and right between four pathways as waves of fire fall from above. Only one pathway is safe. Find it, move to it, and survive to score a point. Miss it, and you're done. The catch? Once you start moving, you can't change direction until you reach the next pathway. Every decision counts. GAME MODES - Hard Classic: The original challenge. No hints, no mercy. - Easy Classic: Slower pace with an early yellow flash showing the safe pathway. FEATURES - Simple one-tap controls - Game Center leaderboards for all 4 modes - Achievements from Bronze to the legendary Green medal - Classic and Modern UI themes - switch instantly in Settings - Compete with friends and climb the global rankings Originally released in 2016, Ellude is back with its original design and a new modern theme. How high can you score? ## Key features - Endless arcade gameplay - Reflex and decision-making tests - Four pathway navigation - Two game modes (Hard/Easy Classic) - Game Center leaderboards - Achievements - Classic and Modern UI themes ## Pricing and in-app purchases Base price: Free. **One-time purchases** | Purchase | Price | Type | | --- | --- | --- | | Remove Ads | $3.99 | one-time | ## Recent user reviews (2 of 2) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ellude/id1154721878/reviews.md ### 5/5 — Wow, Amazing *2016-10-05* As an experienced hardcore gamer, this game tops them all. Its graphics rival that of bioshock Infinite, Tomb Raider, and GTA V. The controls are complex but easy to get used to. Sometimes I play this game with my virtual reality headset and I actually feel like I'm there. I would suggest to up the rating of this game to a more mature audience due to the gore and nudity seen throughout the game. But besides that, this game is a classic just waiting to happen and I can definitely see this being showcased as the game of the year for 2017. Who knows, maybe they'll even make an EA tournament out of it. ### 5/5 — Addicting!! *2016-09-22* Super simple but that's exactly the reason I can't put it down...I keep trying to beat my last score. ## Frequently asked questions about Ellude ### What is Ellude? Ellude is an endless arcade game designed to test your reflexes and decision-making skills. Players must navigate between four pathways to dodge falling fire, with one wrong move resulting in a game over. ### How do you play Ellude? You move left and right between four pathways as fire falls from above. Only one pathway is safe each time. You must move to the safe path before it's too late. Once you start moving, you cannot change direction until you reach the next pathway. ### What game modes are available in Ellude? Ellude offers two main game modes: 'Hard Classic,' which is the original challenging experience with no hints, and 'Easy Classic,' which features a slower pace and an early visual cue indicating the safe pathway. ### Does Ellude have ads? Yes, Ellude contains advertisements. This allows the game to be offered for free to players. ### Can I compete with others in Ellude? Yes, Ellude features Game Center leaderboards for all four modes, allowing you to compete with friends and climb global rankings. There are also achievements to unlock. ### What devices does Ellude support? Ellude is supported on iPhone and iPod devices. It was originally released in 2016 and updated to version 2.0.2 on February 18, 2026. ### What is the age rating for Ellude? Ellude has an age rating of 9+, making it suitable for younger players and above. The game focuses on simple controls and quick reaction times. ### Is Ellude free to play? Yes, Ellude is free to download and play. It does include advertisements and offers in-app purchases. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 2.0.2 — 2026-02-18 UI and bug fixes ### 2.0.1 — 2026-02-18 Bug fixes and optimizations ### 2.0.0 — 2026-02-16 Ellude returns 10 years later! NEW FEATURES: - Modern UI Mode: Toggle between the original 2016 menus and an all-new sleek interface. Switch instantly in Settings! - Updated frameworks for newer iOS versions IMPROVEMENTS: - Upgraded for modern iPhones - Smoother gameplay and transitions - Updated Game Center integration - Performance optimizations throughout Thank you for playing Ellude! ### 1.3.0 — 2017-01-07 Big new features and UI changes have been added! - There are now 4 Modes! - Easy Mode (Hardcore, i.e. cannot use Lives) - This mode is the same Easy Mode that has always been in the game - The difference is you can now earn lives by playing this mode - This mode is denoted by *Easy Mode*, asterisks inclusive - Hard Mode (Hardcore, i.e. cannot use Lives) - This mode is the same Hard Mode that has always been in the game. - The difference is you can now earn DOUBLE the lives by playing this mode. - This mode is denoted by *Hard Mode*, asterisks inclusive - Easy Mode (Standard, i.e. Lives can be used) - Hard Mode (Standard, i.e. Lives can be used) - NOTE: Each mode will have its own leaderboard - Added a PAUSE button to ALL 4 MODES - You must wait at least 3 seconds after you PAUSE the game to RESUME it - Added a QUIT button to ALL 4 MODES - The QUIT button is available once you PAUSE the game - Added LIVES! Lives help you achieve a higher score on the leaderboard! - Can be EARNED in the following ways: - Playing Easy Mode (Hardcore) - Playing Hard Mode (Hardcore). Earn DOUBLE the lives! - Earning Achievements for either of these 2 modes - Lives are “taken” when you run into the fire - 1 life is lost on Easy Mode (with Lives) per hit - 3 lives are lost on Hard Mode (with Lives) per hit - Lives are not permanent and can ONLY BE USED in Standard games - All of the lives you possess are brought into each Standard game, so be careful! - *Note: In order to end a game while keeping your lives, you must PAUSE and QUIT - The score that you have when you quit will count as a valid score and a new high score, if it is one - Added Game Center Achievements! - Each achievement rewards a number of lives, check each one! - Go to the Leaderboard to check Achievements - Earn all 11 achievements! - More to be added in the future - Basic UI Changes - Go to the Store to REMOVE ADS and RESTORE PURCHASES - Buttons are now colored in Light Blue on the Home Screen - There is a label above the title that displays how many lives you have - There are now 2 high score labels on the Home Screen - The label with asterisks (i.e. *Easy* or *Hard*) denotes your high scores for Easy (Hardcore) and Hard (Hardcore) - The other label (without asterisks, i.e. Easy or Hard) denotes your high scores for Easy (Standard) and Hard (Standard) - Remember to tap the labels to switch between Easy Mode and Hard Mode - There is a Key in the top-left of the screen when you hit the Play button, denoting which modes are which - Go to the settings to turn Music and Sound Effects ON/OFF - Sound effect added for losing - More sound effects to be added in the future - Increased the transitioning speed between scenes! Less time spent waiting! REWARDS for Playing Hardcore: (Easy Mode: Scores - Lives) 25 - 1 life 75 - 2 lives 150 - 3 lives 300 - 4 lives 500 - 5 lives (NOTE: Hard Mode gives DOUBLE rewards) More new features, improvements, and bug fixes to come! Thanks for playing :) ### 1.2.1 — 2016-10-12 Removed Hard Mode as the default leaderboard (the Hard Mode leaderboard still exists!) - Select which leaderboard you would like to view once you press the leaderboard button Added replay buttons to both modes (replays the current mode you are in, go to the Main Menu to change modes) - Play again without having to go through the Main Menu! NOTE: Please make sure you are signed into Game Center before playing to ensure that your new High Scores get uploaded to the Game Center leaderboards. More bug fixes, improvements, and updates to come! Thanks for playing :) ## More apps by Nicholas Turk - [Void Runner – Ejection Point](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/void-runner-ejection-point/id6758410419) All apps by Nicholas Turk: https://appshunter.io/developer/1154721877 --- *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 2026-06-05.*