# IMPOSSIBLE ROAD — The art of falling

> Minimalist arcade game of speed, precision, and high-score chasing. (iPhone/iPad app by WONDERFUL LASERS.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/impossible-road/id608707318 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [WONDERFUL LASERS](https://appshunter.io/developer/1035355624)
- Category: Games, Action, Casual
- Price: $2.99
- Rating: 4.10/5 from 739 App Store ratings · 382 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 9.3 · 115 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2013-05-09
- Data updated: 2026-08-27
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/impossible-road/id608707318/reviews.md

## What is IMPOSSIBLE ROAD?

IMPOSSIBLE ROAD is a pure, minimal arcade game about risk, reward, and rollercoasters.

"9/10" - Edge Online
Game of the Week - PocketGamer

Guide THE VESSEL down the roller coaster-like track at speed, scoring for each gate you make it through. Navigate hair-pin bends, jumps, banked curves and adverse camber in the quest for the perfect line.

And when you learn how to cheat the game, and you discover that it is rewarded not punished, the leaderboards will belong to you.

- Universal app, for iPad, iPhone, iPod touch.
- 3D Touch support (3D Touch compatible device required)
- Support for iOS controllers and some other arcade control peripherals.
- 4 colour themes
- Original minimal techno soundtrack.
- Game Center leaderboards.
- Challenge your friends to beat your score.

[Controls]
Touch the left side of the screen to turn left, touch the right side of the screen to turn right.

Touch your score to show the Quick Restart button.

[Credits]
Design, coding, art and audio - Kevin Ng @gradiance
Play testing and feedback - the wonderful people of @GameDevEd:

Andy Durdin @adurdin
Trevor Fountain @doches
Aaron Dron @tinyblob
Jonathan Brodsky @jonbro
Paul Scott Canavan @abigbat
Gillian Patterson NAE TWITTER
Andy Watson @andywatson00
Peter Van Der Watt @tenebrious
Ian Usher @FatConan
Ben Newbon @bennewbon
Gavin Jones @aotumedia
Kayleigh Boyd @Silverlynxcat

## Key features

- Minimalist arcade gameplay
- Risk and reward scoring
- Rollercoaster-like tracks
- Hair-pin bends and jumps
- Universal app support
- Game Center leaderboards

## What do users think of IMPOSSIBLE ROAD?

Overall sentiment: mixed

**Pros**

- 🚀 Smooth gameplay
- 👍 Challenging and addictive
- 🎨 Minimalist design
- 🎶 Great music

**Cons**

- 🐛 Inconsistent controls
- 🔍 Ball obstructs view of track
- 💥 Extremely difficult
- 🕰️ Frustratingly short runs

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Crashes on high scores
- Left turn input issues
- Unresponsive controls

**Most requested features**

- Difficulty settings
- Customizable ball/track colors
- Tilt-based controls
- Longer gameplay sessions
- Checkpoint system

## Recent user reviews (10 of 382)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/impossible-road/id608707318/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Found this game!

*2026-08-20, version 1.3.4*

I used to play it a lot when I was a kid on my iPad. I couldn’t find this game because I forgot its name. Glad I found it again after YEARS!

### 5/5 — bugs or features

*2026-01-20, version 1.3.4*

are the random stalls and bumps in the road on purpose? previous versions did not have this and my high score is in the 800s

### 5/5 — Très bon jeu

*2026-01-06*

Les commentaires négatifs sont le reflet des joueurs impatients et médiocres.
Prenez le temps nécessaire d’apprendre la physique du jeu et vous en sortirez satisfait.
Prix un peu élevé cela dit.

### 5/5 — Slope fans will like this

*2025-07-15, version 1.3.4*

This game is fun, engaging, and beautifully crafted. It is similar to games like slope, just five times as hard. If you like ball-rolling games or just a plain challenge, don’t think twice before buying this.

### 5/5 — Atemporal

*2024-08-13*

Clássico, desafiador e divertido!

### 1/5 — Controls

*2022-09-14, version 1.3.4*

I reckon it would work better with gyroscope control. Tilt forward to go faster. Back to slow down and left and right… well that’s obvious

### 5/5 — 暇潰しのスマホゲーとしては最高

*2022-02-25*

感度が低すぎる、曲がれない、
なんてことはないのでご安心を。
デフォルトの設定で3Dタッチが有効になっています。offにもできます。
3年程前に買ったのですが、今スマホに入ってるゲームはこれだけです。これだけが生き残りました。

### 5/5 — iPhoneアプデしたら開けなくなった

*2021-04-07*

14.4.2にアップデートしたところ、アプリが開けなくなりました。
とても好きなゲームなので、修正をお願いします。

### 5/5 — Love it

*2021-03-06, version 1.3.4*

I have been playing this game for quite some time now, and I am just going to say that it is one of the best games I think I have ever played. Ps. Not sure what the world record is, but my highest score is 471.

### 5/5 — iPad Pro 11” support please!

*2021-01-06*

Love the game, been playing it for years. Unmatchable for simplicity and elegance. Just upgraded to 11” iPad Pro and can’t help but notice the black sidebars due to the changed aspect ratio, please update so I can enjoy it to the fullest! And maybe 120hz display support while you’re at it too?

## Frequently asked questions about IMPOSSIBLE ROAD

### What is IMPOSSIBLE ROAD?

IMPOSSIBLE ROAD is a minimalist arcade game focused on navigating a vessel down a challenging, rollercoaster-like track. The core gameplay involves scoring points by passing through gates while mastering precise controls to avoid crashing.

### What are the key features of IMPOSSIBLE ROAD?

Key features include minimalist 3D graphics, a focus on risk and reward for scoring, dynamic tracks with various obstacles like jumps and sharp turns, and support for Game Center leaderboards to challenge friends and compete globally.

### How much does IMPOSSIBLE ROAD cost?

IMPOSSIBLE ROAD is a paid application. The price is a one-time purchase, and there are no in-app purchases or advertisements within the game.

### What devices is IMPOSSIBLE ROAD compatible with?

This is a universal app, meaning it is compatible with iPad, iPhone, and iPod touch devices. It also supports 3D Touch on compatible devices and can be played with iOS controllers and other arcade peripherals.

### What is the main goal in IMPOSSIBLE ROAD?

The primary goal is to achieve the highest possible score by successfully navigating the vessel through as many gates as possible. Mastering the controls and learning how to 'cheat' the game for rewards are crucial for climbing the leaderboards.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.3.4 — 2017-11-02

This update from Apple will improve the functionality of this app. No new features are included.

- Support for iPhone X 
- Changed dark theme to use 100% black background
- Removed logo splash screen for a cleaner experience
- New button designs in UI

### 1.3.3 — 2017-05-25

- Minor bug fixes
- Changes to App Preview

### 1.3.2 — 2017-05-16

- Improved performance on some devices
- New App Preview
- Added screenshots for iPad Pro with 12.9-inch display

### 1.3.1 — 2016-01-23

- Minor bug fixes

New in 1.3.0:
- 3D Touch - press harder to turn more (requires 3D Touch compatible device).
- Themes - the most requested feature! Four beautiful colour schemes to enjoy.
- New settings menu.
- WONDERFUL LASERS splash screen.
- Fixed music not playing on some devices.

### 1.3.0 — 2016-01-20

- 3D Touch - press harder to turn more (requires 3D Touch compatible device).
- Themes - the most requested feature! Four beautiful colour schemes to enjoy.
- New settings menu.
- WONDERFUL LASERS splash screen.
- Fixed music not playing on some devices.

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