# GLICODE™

> Educational app teaching coding fundamentals using Pocky snacks and augmented reality. (iPhone/iPad app by EZAKI GLICO CO.,LTD..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/glicode/id1208380344 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [EZAKI GLICO CO.,LTD.](https://appshunter.io/developer/480592663)
- Category: Education
- Price: Free
- Rating: 3.00/5 from 66 App Store ratings · 38 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 11.0 · 1.1 GB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2017-03-04
- Data updated: 2026-08-11
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/glicode/id1208380344/reviews.md

## What is GLICODE™?

GLICODE TM turns every packet of Pocky into a bite-sized coding lesson. By laying out Pocky in the right order, you can use Japan’s (and the world's) favourite snacks to learn algorithmic thinking in a fun and engaging way.

Take control of Glico's mascot HUG HUG as he makes his way around an imaginary world, trying to spread happiness. You will need to learn different coding functions to help him navigate a range of levels so he can make his way to a child in need of a smile.

[WHAT YOU CAN LEARN]
By arranging Pocky in different sequences you can learn three basic coding fundamentals:

・SEQUENCES
・LOOPS
・'IF' STATEMENTS


[EQUIPMENT REQUIRED]
1. "GLICODE" App
Download the "GLICODE" app from App Store.

2. Snacks
All you need to play "GLICODE" is a regular packet of Chocolate Pocky.
As the levels progress they will become harder to test you on what you've learnt. Remember to save a few extra Pocky for the difficult levels - you'll need them!

3. Placemat
For the best results make sure the snacks are placed on a plain white background.
Use a white placemat, paper or plate to lay your snacks out on.


[INSTRUCTIONS]
1. Line up your snacks.
Remember not to place them too close together.

2. Capture.
Use your phone’s camera to take a picture of your snack sequence from above. 

3. Test your sequence.
Hit the play button to see your code executed as HUG HUG moves through the course.

4. Eat your delicious code.
If you pass the level you can eat your delicious code and get ready for the next challenge.

*Be mindful of hygiene - we recommend you wash your hands before playing with your snacks.
*Please make sure your white placemat is clean.


[Adopted by school lesson program with MIC!]
In Japan "GLICODE" was adopted by "Popularization of Programming education for young segment" program supported by Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications in 2016. Elementary school teachers are using this app as a tool in the classroom to teach the basics of programming to early elementary school kids.


GLICODE TM is a free educational app that teaches children about the principles of coding - with Pocky!
GLICODE TM is a trademark of the programming education app by Ezaki Glico.

## Key features

- Learn coding fundamentals
- Use Pocky snacks as input
- Augmented reality interaction
- Guide mascot through levels
- Teaches sequences, loops, and if statements
- Engaging and fun learning

## Recent user reviews (10 of 38)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/glicode/id1208380344/reviews.md

### 4/5 — Good, but I’m stuck on level two

*2026-06-10, version 2.1.1*

You see here that my lines keep on glitching and it keeps on saying arrange the pocky like this and I am doing it

### 2/5 — Captures other lines too

*2025-12-27, version 2.1.1*

It kept capturing other lines too and glitches a lot.

### 5/5 — 👍

*2025-07-18, version 2.1.1*

Using Pocky is very fun! I like this game that uses pocky to play!

### 2/5 — I don’t like it

*2025-07-16, version 2.1.1*

Every time I scan the pocky it scan the other lines and doesn’t scan the pocky and why do you have to use pocky

### 2/5 — WTH

*2024-09-29, version 2.1.1*

Why does the Pocky not work I faced right but it kept saying left and for your information I had to use nerf gun bullets to get it working please upgrade your sensors coz pocky don’t work but nerf bullets do. So are we supporting nerf? Or pocky?

### 1/5 — Wth is this mess

*2024-08-05, version 2.1.1*

I normally don’t write reviews but I had to google on how to write this review to drop this down.

1. Anything can be pokey if there is a straight line , my chair ,the curved edge of my plate, my chopstick ,my keyboard , ME?!? .everything is pokey and scannable if you try

2. If you get the code wrong you are still write as long as you hit the goal before spamming random commands. Eg level 3 

3. Hug hug seems kinda creepy not gonna lie I was going to file a restraining order against that guy. 

4. Camera doesn’t even register for some of the pokey maybe because of flavour colors?

5. Worst of all I think I may have broken the app a couple times by using the app’s contract function a couple times ,so it just freezes on me.

### 1/5 — Horrible

*2024-07-02, version 2.1.1*

I hate it.

### 5/5 — 5 STARS

*2024-06-09, version 2.1.1*

★★★★★

### 1/5 — Great Idea, Bad Outcome

*2024-01-19, version 2.1.1*

The idea for this app is cool in my opinion, i used to love coding games when i was younger. but the way it is presented is clanky and hard to use…the camera mode is the main issue, it is very laggy and barely outlines the actual pocky stick and picks up every other line in the camera area.

### 5/5 — Why do you NEED to use pokey?!

*2023-12-06, version 2.1.1*

Whenever I use pokey it just also scans the other lines so it doesn’t make sense at all

## Frequently asked questions about GLICODE™

### What is GLICODE?

GLICODE is a free educational app that teaches children the basics of coding by using Pocky snacks. Users arrange Pocky sticks on a placemat, and the app uses augmented reality to interpret the arrangement as code, guiding a mascot through various challenges.

### What coding concepts can I learn with GLICODE?

The app teaches three fundamental coding concepts: SEQUENCES, LOOPS, and 'IF' STATEMENTS. By arranging Pocky in different orders and patterns, users learn how these concepts translate into algorithmic thinking and problem-solving.

### What do I need to use GLICODE?

To use GLICODE, you will need the GLICODE app itself, a packet of Chocolate Pocky snacks, and a plain white placemat or surface. The Pocky sticks are used as physical input for the coding challenges.

### How does GLICODE work?

First, you line up your Pocky snacks on a white placemat. Then, you use your phone's camera to capture a picture of the snack sequence. The app interprets this sequence as code, and you can then test it to see the mascot navigate the course.

### Is GLICODE suitable for school?

Yes, GLICODE has been adopted by school lesson programs in Japan, specifically for popularizing programming education for young segments. Elementary school teachers use it as a classroom tool to teach early elementary school kids the basics of programming.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.1.1 — 2021-12-07

Bug Fixes

### 2.1.0 — 2019-03-28

- Improvement of the image recognition feature.

### 2.0.2 — 2018-01-15

Minor bug fixes.

### 2.0.1 — 2017-09-04

Minor bug fixes.

### 2.0.0 — 2017-07-31

- Level updates
- Bug fixes

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