# Hot Potato - family game — Timer with music selection

> Classic hot potato party game with timer and music options. (iPhone/iPad app by Fantasy Games.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hot-potato-family-game/id1672785108 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Fantasy Games](https://appshunter.io/developer/501695895)
- Category: Games, Family, Music
- Price: $0.99
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 16.1 · 59 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2023-02-20
- Data updated: 2026-09-08
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hot-potato-family-game/id1672785108/reviews.md

## What is Hot Potato?

Classic hot potato game with timer and without, and several options of music.  Get some soft toy to pass around (or potato).  Start the game, pick your music, and have fun.

## Key features

- Classic hot potato gameplay
- Timer functionality
- Music selection
- Play with or without timer
- Family-friendly fun

## Chart rankings

- #127 in Top Paid · Family (US App Store)
- #22 in Top Paid · Music (US App Store)
- #197 in Top Grossing · Music (US App Store)

## Recent user reviews (5 of 5)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hot-potato-family-game/id1672785108/reviews.md

### 1/5 — No Music

*2025-12-06*

Music does not work! Junk.

**Developer response:** Music only plays if device is unmuted.  There is no work around that, that's an Apple restriction, that is every game.  Make sure your device is not on silent.

### 1/5 — No music

*2025-10-02*

What a waste of

**Developer response:** Music only plays if device is unmuted.  There is no work around that, that's an Apple restriction, that is every game.  Make sure your device is not on silent.

### 4/5 — Need to un-silence phone

*2025-01-01*

Works fine, but no music if you phone is on silent mode.

### 4/5 — Unmute for music

*2024-12-24*

Music only plays if phone sound is unmuted

### 1/5 — Music doesn’t play

*2024-02-04*

I bought this since it included music, yet none of the 4 generic tracks it comes with works/plays.

## Frequently asked questions about Hot Potato

### What is Hot Potato?

Hot Potato is a classic party game where players pass an object around while music plays. The player holding the object when the music stops is out. It's designed for family fun and can be played with or without a timer.

### How much does Hot Potato cost?

Hot Potato is a paid app, available for $0.99. This one-time purchase grants you access to the full game features.

### What devices can I play Hot Potato on?

Hot Potato is compatible with Apple TV, iPhone, and iPad devices, making it versatile for different entertainment setups.

### What is the age rating for Hot Potato?

Hot Potato has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for young children and families to enjoy together.

### Does Hot Potato have ads?

No, Hot Potato does not contain advertisements. As a paid application, it offers an uninterrupted gaming experience.

### Can I play Hot Potato offline?

Yes, Hot Potato can be played offline. The core gameplay relies on the timer and music selection, which do not require an internet connection.

### How often is Hot Potato updated?

Hot Potato was last updated on February 22, 2023, with version 1.0. Further updates will depend on developer plans and user feedback.

### What are the music options in Hot Potato?

Hot Potato offers several music selection options to enhance the gameplay experience. You can pick your preferred music to play during the game.

## Version history (last 3 releases)

### 2.0 — 2026-05-24

added more music:

Bumble Bee
Camptown Races
Can Can
Entry of the Gladiators
Halls
Oh! Susanna
Overture
Sabre Dance
The Entertainer
Turkey in the Straw
Yankee Doodle

### 1.1 — 2026-05-02

- updating it to play music EVEN if iPhone is set to silent to address some users feedback who can't hear the music when device is on silent.

### 1.0 — 2023-02-22

No release notes.

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All apps by Fantasy Games: https://appshunter.io/developer/501695895

## Related topics

[hot potato timer](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/hot-potato-timer)

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