# Face Play: The AR Mask Creator — Face masks like never before

> AR mask creator with advanced editing and motion capture export. (iPhone/iPad app by Philip Broder.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/face-play-the-ar-mask-creator/id1317899609 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Philip Broder](https://appshunter.io/developer/921385513)
- Category: Entertainment, Utilities
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.30/5 from 89 App Store ratings · 4 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 12.0 · 19 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2017-12-23
- Data updated: 2026-08-21
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/face-play-the-ar-mask-creator/id1317899609/reviews.md

## What is Face Play?

Face Play uses the iPhoneX True Depth Camera to map masks to your face like never before.  Unleash your creativity with the mask editor to paint any mask you can imagine, apply lighting effects, even a rotation animation, plus unique mathematically plotted masks for that sci-fi feel.

However, if you don't have an iPhoneX yet don't worry, use the Simulator Mode to visualise your masks in a 3D environment, the virtual face uses the same 3D geometry as the iPhoneX so you're ready for when you do get that iPhoneX, or for you to share your creations to your iPhoneX owner friends.  You can even change the face and background colours.

Face Play is about creativity and fun.

Choose from the selection of built in masks, effects, lighting, and for iPhoneX users see them you on your own face tracking your facial movements as if they are your own skin.  For non iPhoneX users you can see the masks on the 3D simulator face scale/rotate in 3D and change the foreground and background colours.

Face Play is not really about the built in Masks though, it's about inspiring you to create your own, be creative, be abstract, be realistic, create unique characters, tell a story.

Create your own masks either from scratch or using the built in masks as a starting point, or use a photo or image.

Share image grabs or videos of all your alter egos.

Turn the background video into a solid colour for a whole new look, become a 3D motion character, lip-sync, sing "mask-eoke", make a movie, cartoon short, whatever your imagination comes up with, the possibilities are endless.

Now you can export the facial expression motion capture from a recording to a csv file of all the ARKit 'Blend Shapes', these expressions can be used to 'rig' your own 3D characters.

Face Play is digital art. Create beautiful images to share with the world.

## Key features

- AR mask application with True Depth Camera
- Mask editor for custom designs
- Lighting and animation effects
- Simulator Mode for non-iPhone X users
- Facial expression motion capture export
- Image and video sharing

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Upgrade | $0.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (4 of 4)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/face-play-the-ar-mask-creator/id1317899609/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Please add more than the hat

*2021-10-10*

Would like to do more with the app needs more features

### 5/5 — First Review Ever! Very Impressed!

*2020-09-20*

I always look for apps that are ahead of current technology standards that are in the top 1% of  this app qualifies for all of that and more Very affective very accurate very impressed

**Developer response:** Thank you for the great review, glad to see FacePlay is getting noticed - spread the word, and share your masks😁

### 5/5 — Nice Face Mapping

*2020-08-27*

I’ve seen apps with more masks, but none that do a better or more thorough job.

**Developer response:** Thank you for the great review.  So glad you are enjoying FacePlay, please share your masks😁

### 5/5 — Hi have a good day

*2019-08-23*

5

## Frequently asked questions about Face Play

### What is Face Play?

Face Play is an augmented reality application that allows users to create and apply custom masks to their faces. It utilizes advanced camera technology for realistic tracking and offers extensive editing tools for unique digital art creations.

### Does Face Play have ads?

No, Face Play does not contain advertisements, providing an uninterrupted creative experience for its users.

### How does Face Play work on older iPhones?

For users without an iPhone X, Face Play offers a Simulator Mode. This mode visualizes masks in a 3D environment using the same geometry as iPhone X, allowing you to design and preview your creations.

### Can I export my creations from Face Play?

Yes, you can share image grabs or videos of your mask creations. Additionally, Face Play allows you to export facial expression motion capture data (ARKit Blend Shapes) for use in rigging your own 3D characters.

### What kind of masks can I create with Face Play?

You can create a wide variety of masks, from abstract designs to realistic characters, by starting from scratch, using built-in masks as a base, or even importing photos and images.

### Is Face Play suitable for children?

Face Play has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for younger users to explore their creativity with digital art and AR masks.

### How often is Face Play updated?

The latest version of Face Play is 1.4, and it was last updated on February 14, 2019. Users can expect ongoing improvements and new features in future updates.

### What devices does Face Play support?

Face Play is supported on iPhone and iPod devices, leveraging their camera capabilities for the augmented reality features.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.4 — 2019-02-14

3D add on face accessories are here, just a couple for now to launch for Valentines day but more coming...
Add some heart glasses or a glitter cowboy hat and blow heart kisses to your lover, with or without a mask - have fun!
Bug fixes.

### 1.3 — 2019-02-14

3D add on face accessories are here,  just a couple for now to launch for Valentines day but more coming...
Add some heart glasses or a glitter cowboy hat and blow heart kisses to your lover, with or without a mask - have fun!

### 1.2 — 2018-10-02

iOS12 ready with a couple of bug fixes.
You can now export the facial expression motion capture to a csv file of all the ARKit 'Blend Shapes'

### 1.1 — 2018-01-11

new built in masks,
bug fixes, 
additional guidance.

### 1.0 — 2017-12-23

No release notes.

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## Related topics

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