# First Player

> Randomly selects a starting player for games to ensure fairness. (iPhone/iPad app by Florian Letz.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/first-player/id972283389 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Florian Letz](https://appshunter.io/developer/442784239)
- Category: Games, Utilities, Board
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.60/5 from 212 App Store ratings · 79 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 8.0 · 5 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2015-05-03
- Data updated: 2026-08-21
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/first-player/id972283389/reviews.md

## What is First Player?

Can't decide who the starting player is? When being first player could make a difference, don't let "the oldest one" take that advantage from you! Get out your phone and let the app decide. Totally random and fast!

## Key features

- Random player selection
- Fast decision making
- Fair game start
- Eliminates arguments

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| All-in-One | $0.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of First Player?

Overall sentiment: mixed

**Pros**

- 👍 Simple and easy to use
- 🚀 Works as intended
- 🎯 Straight to the point
- 🎮 Fun for game night
- 💡 Useful for deciding first player
- ✅ Functional and effective
- 💯 Impartial selection

**Cons**

- ⚠️ Limited to 5 players
- 💸 Upgrade not worth it
- 👎 Disappointing limitations
- 🎨 Lacks visual flair
- 📱 Free version issues

**Commonly reported bugs**

- App crashes at 6+ players
- Upgrade purchase issues
- In-app purchase not unlocking features
- Touch and hold limited to 5 fingers
- Three finger touch conflicts with iOS gestures

**Most requested features**

- Allow more than 5 players
- More visual customization (colors, pizazz)
- Unlock all features in free version

## Recent user reviews (10 of 79)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/first-player/id972283389/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Only needs to do one thing

*2026-03-15, version 1.0.3*

Only needs to do one thing and it does and in fun ways.

### 3/5 — Tried it with 6 fingers

*2026-02-20*

Look I was fiddling with it and noticed that when I do the finger selector- it did 5 fingers max.  So I dropped the dollar - no change.  I suppose the color spin thing still works for me, but I’m majorly disappointed.  I play most things 6 player.

### 3/5 — Not bad, just don’t play a game with more than 5 players

*2025-12-25, version 1.0.3*

Works great… if you have 5 players or less lol

### 5/5 — FP

*2025-11-02, version 1.0.3*

Easy app to determine who places first. Impartial

### 5/5 — Easy

*2025-09-11*

Einfach und funktional

### 5/5 — Fun for game night

*2024-09-25, version 1.0.3*

Turns picking who goes first as its own fun mini game.

### 1/5 — Terrible

*2023-10-08, version 1.0.3*

I hated it

### 3/5 — The app breaks at 6 players

*2023-04-03, version 1.0.3*

Works great for 5 or less players

### 3/5 — Great but needs to allow more people

*2022-12-27, version 1.0.3*

Needs to be able to have more than 5 players

### 5/5 — I have been looking for something like this for ages!

*2021-10-24, version 1.0.3*

I love this app! It is awesome and works great. I was debating something, we then just used this app, it is great! Recommend it, depending on how you use it or how you want it to be. This was perfect for me. Thanks and keep up the good work developers!

## Frequently asked questions about First Player

### What does this app do?

This application provides a completely random and fast method for deciding who gets to be the first player in any game. It helps to eliminate disputes and ensures a fair start for everyone involved.

### How does the app decide who goes first?

The app uses a random selection process to determine the starting player. You simply launch the app, and it will instantly and randomly pick who gets to go first, removing any bias or advantage.

### Is this app free to use?

Yes, the core functionality of randomly selecting a player is free. The app also offers in-app purchases, which may unlock additional features or customization options.

### What kind of games can I use this app for?

This app is suitable for any game where deciding the first player is important. This includes board games, card games, video games, or any casual game you play with friends or family.

## Version history (last 4 releases)

### 1.0.3 — 2016-01-29

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

- Fixed a bug in "Select 'n' Spin"

### 1.0.2 — 2015-09-27

- Fixed Bug in iOS 9

### 1.0.1 — 2015-05-15

(+) Mainly Bug Fixes
(+) Added a way to give a Review!

### 1.0.0 — 2015-04-30

No release notes.

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## More apps by Florian Letz

- [Sudoku HD+](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sudoku-hd-plus/id442784236)
- [Yatzy HD](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/yatzy-hd/id446950616)

All apps by Florian Letz: https://appshunter.io/developer/442784239

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*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 2026-08-21.*