# Kuro Jump > Arcade game to rescue fish by jumping and avoiding octopuses. (iPhone/iPad app by J Charoenkitvorawut.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kuro-jump/id888779088 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [J Charoenkitvorawut](https://appshunter.io/developer/559006899) - Category: Games, Casual, Family - Price: Free - Rating: 4.50/5 from 12 App Store ratings · 55 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 6.1 · 22 MB - Languages: American English, Japanese, Chinese (Simplified, China), Thai - Released: 2014-06-30 - Data updated: 2026-06-10 - Monetization: free with in-app purchases - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kuro-jump/id888779088/reviews.md ## What is Kuro Jump? "One of the best Asian mobile games" - gamesinasia.com "One of the best games for all ages we've recently played" - appszoom.com Please give your power to Kuro! Let's free his friends locked inside bubbles! Let cutie Kuro jump with simple control, and rescue as many fish as possible within time limit! Watch out of Octopuses. You will lose points becoming Inky Kuro! You feel relaxed looking at cutie Kuro ;-) Not only girls and children, but also game fans will get addicted! Let's compete scores with your friends!! [Simple button control] Just push x1 for 1 step forward and x2 for 2 steps forward! Key points are "roll" "judge" "timing" and "accuracy"! [Fun 4 modes] - Classic mode Rescue as many fish as possible within 15 or 30 seconds! You will lose points when jumping into an octopus! - Time mode Time attack how fast you can rescue 60 or 120 fish! Game over when jumping into an octopus! - Rush mode Keep rescuing fish before the energy bar gets to zero! You get energy every time you rescue fish! Game over when jumping into an octopus! - Hard mode Rescue as many fish as possible within 15 or 30 seconds! Much harder than Classic mode! ## Key features - Rescue friends from bubbles - Simple button controls - Classic mode - Time attack mode - Rush mode - Hard mode - Avoid octopuses ## Recent user reviews (10 of 55) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kuro-jump/id888779088/reviews.md ### 5/5 — KURO JUMP!!! *2015-05-30* I AM ADDICTED!!!!! ### 5/5 — Cute!game *2015-04-01, version 1.1.2* Very cute ### 5/5 — Very competitive jumper *2014-08-21, version 1.1.2* I like beat my friends and beat myself on rush mode,it give me a feeling that is something different to rescue the fish,very friendly game. ### 4/5 — Cute! *2014-08-18, version 1.1.1* This game is so lovely! It is also very easy to play. I just need to tap on the screen. I like this game very much! Just enjoy it! ### 5/5 — Love it! *2014-08-03, version 1.1.0* So great and easy to understand. I like all the different modes! ### 5/5 — Cool! *2014-08-02* I really love it! ### 5/5 — Very fun! *2014-08-01, version 1.1.0* This is not your average game! You need to be quick to get points or feel the wrath of the octopus you are suppose to jump over! It is a little difficult if you do not pace yourself and it is easy to try to go quicker but they won't be having any of that! This game can measure your reflexes and your skill! Download it now! 5/5 ### 5/5 — So much fun *2014-08-01, version 1.1.0* This game is so simple, but it looks great and offers a new sort of challenge. It can be fun for everyone. It does not matter what age you are, you will be entertained. I like to play this when I'm waiting for the microwave to go off. ### 5/5 — Adorable Game *2014-08-01, version 1.1.0* The voices, sounds, and art are all adorable. The controls and objectives are easy to understand, and the added characters to unlock have provided great motivation to keep playing. Thanks to the developers for adding that! ### 5/5 — Funny *2014-07-31, version 1.1.0* An easy to learn app and it is a great way to waste time when you have a few minutes to spare. ## Frequently asked questions about Kuro Jump ### What is Kuro Jump? Kuro Jump is an arcade-style mobile game where players control a character named Kuro to rescue friends trapped in bubbles. The gameplay involves simple jumping mechanics to collect fish and avoid obstacles like octopuses within specific time limits. ### What are the main game modes? The game features four distinct modes: Classic mode for rescuing as many fish as possible within a time limit, Time mode for a speed challenge to rescue a set number of fish, Rush mode where players must continuously rescue fish to maintain energy, and Hard mode which offers a more challenging Classic experience. ### How do I control the character? The game features simple button controls. Pushing the button once makes the character jump one step forward, and pushing it twice makes them jump two steps forward. Success relies on timing, judgment, and accuracy. ### Is Kuro Jump free to play? Yes, the game is free to download and play. It offers in-app purchases, which may enhance the gaming experience or provide additional content, but the core gameplay is accessible without cost. ### What happens if I hit an octopus? If Kuro jumps into an octopus, players will lose points and become 'Inky Kuro'. In some modes, like Time and Rush mode, hitting an octopus can result in a game over, so avoiding them is crucial for high scores and continued play. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 1.1.2 — 2014-08-20 - Jump at Night! - Jump with Starfish! - Fixed King Kuro Rush mode crash ### 1.1.1 — 2014-08-17 - Jump at Night! - Jump with Starfish! ### 1.1.0 — 2014-07-30 - New Characters - New Challenges - Restart Button ### 1.0.2 — 2014-07-17 - Translated into Chinese, Japanese, and Thai. ### 1.0.1 — 2014-07-08 - Option to swap X1 and X2 buttons - Save sound states ## Apps similar to Kuro Jump | App | Rating | Price | Category | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [Coin Mania: Ninja Sakura Dozer](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/coin-mania-ninja-sakura-dozer/id1138149612) | 3.6 (13) | Free | Games | | [Tropic Town - Island City Bay](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tropic-town-island-city-bay/id1236839290) | 3.6 (35) | Free | Games | | [Pocket Aquarium “Pokerium"](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pocket-aquarium-pokerium/id1434823891) | 4.8 (757) | Free | Games | | [Animal Ferris Wheel](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/animal-ferris-wheel/id703296304) | 3.9 (27) | Free | Games | | [Gugu Jump](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gugu-jump/id1434058367) | 5.0 (2) | Free | Games | | [Sheep in Love](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sheep-in-love/id1067565976) | — | Free | Games | ## More apps by J Charoenkitvorawut - [Hip Hop Box](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hip-hop-box/id870989404) - [Grime Box](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/grime-box/id900915827) - [Sweet Summer World Challenge](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sweet-summer-world-challenge/id940605882) - [Number Puzzle: Slide to Sort](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/number-puzzle-slide-to-sort/id961518094) - [Ore Blast Mania](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ore-blast-mania/id987436215) All apps by J Charoenkitvorawut: https://appshunter.io/developer/559006899 --- *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 2026-06-10.*