# Goplay Chinese - Learn Chinese — Learn Mandarin Chinese

> Interactive app for learning Mandarin Chinese with games, videos, and speaking practice. (iPhone/iPad app by iHuman Inc..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/goplay-chinese-learn-chinese/id1501146388 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [iHuman Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1104233936)
- Category: Education
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.60/5 from 157 App Store ratings · 89 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 9.0 · 695 MB
- Languages: American English, Chinese (Simplified, China)
- Released: 2020-05-05
- Data updated: 2026-08-25
- Monetization: subscription
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/goplay-chinese-learn-chinese/id1501146388/reviews.md

## What is Goplay Chinese?

GoPlay Chinese makes studying a new language fun and engaging. Packed with games, videos, activities, and books — it’s the best way to begin your Chinese journey.
Learning Chinese is no longer a daunting task. Our learning system takes you on a step by step process. Start with the most basic characters, words, and phrases, then slowly increase to more challenging characters and sentences. With GoPlay Chinese, you’ll develop listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. Are you ready to start learning and speaking Chinese?


GAMES
Learning is fun! We have more than 500 unique games designed to help you remember each Chinese character.
Illustrations and animations accompany thorough explanations of each character — ideal for curious young minds. As your child learns the meaning and form of hundreds of characters, you will have access to learning reports that keep you informed about your child’s amazing progress.

STORY TIME VIDEOS
Do you love watching funny videos? We do, too. So we made some! Animated videos with real-life teachers will bring your Chinese learning to life! Watch and enjoy while improving your reading and comprehension skills. 

DAILY SPEAKING ACTIVITIES
Talk to your NEW dinosaur friend — he loves to listen. Practice talking about 10 basic topics designed to improve your Chinese speaking skills. Get instant feedback from Voice Evaluation Technology. 

EXCITING STORYBOOKS
Read about Little Polar Bear and his exciting adventures. Each book uses characters you have already studied — it is amazing how much you can read.

AMAZING CHARACTERS
Meet amazing characters who help you learn and play. Say “Ni Hao” to Star and Little Polar Bear — there is always someone to share the joy.
GoPlay Chinese has helped more than 20 million children learn Chinese. Get started today and join in the fun!
CONTACT US

Official website: www.ihuman.com
Email：service@ihuman.com

We provide the following auto-renewable subscription:
VIP Monthly Subscription
- We will charge $6.99/month for your subscription.
VIP Quarterly Subscription
- We will charge $17.99/3 months for your subscription.
VIP Annual Subscription
- We will charge $59.99/year for your subscription.
1. All purchases will be processed and confirmed through your iTunes account.
2. Membership will be automatically renewed unless you turn off the renewal at least 24 hours prior to the end of the current subscription period.
3. Subscription fee for the next month will be charged within 24 hours before the end of the current subscription period.
4. You can manage subscriptions and turn off automatic renewal in your iTunes account settings.
5. Membership will remain active until the end of the current subscription period.
6. Privacy policy:https://www.ihuman.com/oversea/privacy.html
7. Terms of service: https://www.ihuman.com/oversea/terms.html

## Key features

- Over 500 unique learning games
- Animated story time videos
- Daily speaking activities with voice feedback
- Interactive storybooks
- Step-by-step learning system
- Progress tracking for children

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 3-Month VIP | $17.99 | per 3 months |
| Annual VIP | $59.99 | per year |
| 1-MONTH VIP | $6.99 | per month |


## What do users think of Goplay Chinese?

Overall sentiment: mixed

**Pros**

- 👍 Great for learning Chinese
- 👍 Makes learning fun and engaging
- 👍 Effective for children's education
- 👍 Interactive games and activities
- 👍 Visual learning aids
- 👍 Builds family learning time
- 👍 Good for beginners
- 👍 Easy to navigate for toddlers
- 👍 Impressive graphics
- 👍 Well-paced lessons and reward system
- 👍 Content suitable for young learners
- 👍 Combines games and learning

**Cons**

- 🐛 App crashes after updates
- 🐛 Login issues
- 🐛 Subscription access problems
- 🐛 Unresponsive 'play' button
- 🐛 Voice recognition needs improvement
- 🐛 Story time section black screen
- 🐛 App freezes on start screen
- 🐛 Inconsistent subscription access
- 🐛 Technical support unhelpful
- 🐛 Personal information demand
- 🐛 Levels keep repeating
- 🐛 App shuts down at specific character
- 🐛 Paid for VIP, lost access
- 🐛 Unable to play on certain devices
- 🐛 Buggy daily speaking feature

**Commonly reported bugs**

- App crashes after updates
- Unable to log in
- Subscription not recognized
- Play button not working
- App freezes on start screen
- Voice recognition issues
- Story time section shows black screen
- App shuts down at character '看'
- Daily speaking feature glitches
- Network Error -51 on login

**Most requested features**

- Add Japanese and Korean versions
- Provide discount for repeat subscribers
- Improve voice recognition
- Add listening and speaking lessons
- More story time content updates
- Make more books free

## Recent user reviews (10 of 89)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/goplay-chinese-learn-chinese/id1501146388/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Why my account cannot login when my annual VIP subscription will only expire on 16 February2026

*2025-12-03, version 1.1.9*

I have cancelled my annual VIP subscription right now (4 Dec 2025) as I seldom use this app for the whole year due to busy schedule. However, my current annual subscription will only end on 16 February 2026. Why I cannot login the apps already ? Are you refunding for remaining 2 and half month if the apps does not let my account to login and use within the remaining 2 and half month.

### 4/5 — Does not work anymore

*2025-10-28, version 1.1.9*

Great app, but needs update

### 5/5 — Amazing app to learn Chinese

*2025-09-08, version 1.1.9*

My child used to fail her Chinese before using this app. Now she is getting AL1. Best app ever.

### 5/5 — This keeps my kid interested

*2025-08-02, version 1.1.9*

My kids won’t stop doing this game and they already know a lot of Chinese! This is a 5 stars for me. I love everything about it. My kids say it’s not boring like other apps

### 1/5 — Paid for VIP and didn’t get access for months

*2025-05-08*

I bought my son a subscription for the three month VIP. I kept reaching out to them because he only had limited access. They kept telling me that I had bought it through a different email account even though, that was not the case. I got tired of saying the same exact thing and sending screenshots with order number from my account that verified the same thing. I just canceled.

### 1/5 — Paid for yearly subscription but couldn’t access the app

*2025-04-04, version 1.1.9*

The app is buggy and we haven’t been able to press play once the app is loaded. Please look into this

### 5/5 — From Essa sim mom

*2025-03-26, version 1.1.9*

My daughter has improved a lot in Chinese even at school her Chinese Teacher told me she was much better at her Chinese…so thank you SOO much for that Go Chinese!!
Five star⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

### 1/5 — No response when pressing on play button

*2025-02-14, version 1.1.9*

After updating on the latest version, unable to play anymore as stuck on the main screen. Pressing the play button at the main screen does nothing and cannot go to the next screen anymore.

Please help to fix this urgently!!! Thanks!!!

### 1/5 — Good but stuck

*2025-01-31, version 1.1.9*

It’s a good app to learn chinese. But sometime after we subscribe to the app, the app stop working. The play button suddenly does not work, very disappointing.

### 2/5 — Couldn’t last a few months despite a year subcription

*2025-01-29*

We got logged out after a month of of inactivity. Couldn’t utilise our year of subscription. Both my husband and I , both got a year subscription

## Frequently asked questions about Goplay Chinese

### What does this app do?

This app provides a comprehensive and fun approach to learning Mandarin Chinese. It utilizes a variety of methods including over 500 games, animated videos, daily speaking exercises with voice evaluation, and interactive storybooks to help users develop their listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills.

### What are the key features for learning Chinese?

Key features include a step-by-step learning system that progresses from basic characters to advanced sentences, over 500 unique games designed for character memorization, engaging story time videos with real-life teachers, daily speaking activities with instant feedback from voice evaluation technology, and exciting storybooks that reinforce learned characters.

### How much does the app cost?

The app offers a subscription-based model. There are options for a VIP Monthly Subscription at $6.99/month, a VIP Quarterly Subscription at $17.99/3 months, and a VIP Annual Subscription at $59.99/year. These subscriptions are auto-renewable.

### What devices is this app compatible with?

The app's subscription purchases are processed and confirmed through your iTunes account, indicating compatibility with iOS devices. You can manage your subscriptions and turn off automatic renewal within your iTunes account settings.

### Who is this app best suited for?

This app is ideal for children and beginners who want to learn Mandarin Chinese. Its gamified approach, interactive content, and focus on developing all four language skills make it an engaging tool for young learners and those new to the language.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.1.9 — 2025-01-22

We're always working on new updates and features to make our apps and games the best they can be. Turn on automatic updates to get the latest version as soon as it's released.

This release:
- Small bug fixes
- Tweaks to improve stability

### 1.1.8 — 2024-07-19

bug fixes.

### 1.1.7 — 2022-12-20

bug fixes.

### 1.1.6 — 2022-08-24

bug fixes.

### 1.1.5 — 2022-03-18

Learn more with GoPlay Chinese!
- Explore TOMORROW WORLD and learn 100 NEW Chinese characters.
- Watch 5 NEW interactive learning videos in STORY TIME.
- Read 10 NEW adventures in LITTLE POLAR BEAR’S leveled books.
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CONTACT US
Official website: www.ihuman.com
Email：service@ihuman.com

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