# PapiRiver

> Tilt-controlled arcade game where you guide a character down a river. (iPhone/iPad app by Yohei Iwasaki.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/papiriver/id289052548 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Yohei Iwasaki](https://appshunter.io/developer/285800498)
- Category: Games, Entertainment, Action, Casual
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.80/5 from 15 App Store ratings · 251 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 14.0 · 71 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2019-02-01
- Data updated: 2026-06-30
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/papiriver/id289052548/reviews.md

## What is PapiRiver?

PapiRiver is a scroll action game.

Mr.Papi (red ball guy) is going down a river.
Tilt your iPhone to left and right to lead him along the river!

If he hits the bank of the river, he is pushed back. The game ends if he goes out of the upper edge of the screen.
Note that you can get more score when he gets closer to the bottom edge of the screen.

## Key features

- Tilt controls
- River navigation
- Score multiplier
- Avoid obstacles
- Endless runner style

## What do users think of PapiRiver?

Overall sentiment: neutral

**Pros**

- 👍 Fun and addictive gameplay
- 🚀 Simple and easy to pick up
- 💡 Unique river-based mechanics
- 😊 Nostalgic and charming character

**Cons**

- 🐛 Sensitive controls and poor handling
- 🔨 Repetitive and lacking in depth
- 🎨 Outdated and unappealing graphics
- 🔋 Can cause eye strain after prolonged play

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Frequent crashes and freezes
- Compatibility issues with newer devices
- Inconsistent performance and responsiveness

**Most requested features**

- More game modes and levels
- Ability to save and track high scores
- Customization options for the character and environment
- Integration with social features and leaderboards

## Recent user reviews (10 of 251)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/papiriver/id289052548/reviews.md

### 5/5 — HE'S BACK

*2026-05-04, version 1.4.1*

So glad to have him back in my country, especially because I've been waiting for a Sunflat app to come back to Australia since 2025. Even after so many years, this game still remains a masterpiece.

### 5/5 — Hindu people

*2025-11-01, version 1.1.8*

Hindu people know this as “Pedro & 
Friends: Wonderful Swim in the River!”

### 5/5 — 10/10

*2021-08-12, version 1.1.8*

Master class river moving game

### 5/5 — PapiRiver is a classic

*2019-06-20, version 1.1.8*

I remember playing this game on one of the original iPhones on my way to middle school. Brings back so many memories, of you haven’t played this then you haven’t lived lol

### 5/5 — PapiFan4Life

*2018-01-07, version 1.1.8*

I love this game so much and all your other games. The Papi character is so cute and keep up the amazing work!

### 5/5 — Fuego

*2015-11-26, version 1.1.8*

This game is literally the definition of fuego

### 1/5 — Boring😴

*2014-02-19, version 1.1.7*

I played it 1 time, and deleted it (it was that bad!)
Sorry Yohei I 💗 your papi games but this 1 is BORING

### 1/5 — I hate it

*2013-12-04, version 1.1.7*

It's to hard. I hate it. It's so stinking hard and way to boring

### 1/5 — Terrible!!😧

*2013-09-24, version 1.1.7*

I died in like the first 5 seconds! And it's alot like papi drive!!!!!😒

### 5/5 — Good

*2013-07-05, version 1.1.7*

It's fun and addicting , but really hard

## Frequently asked questions about PapiRiver

### What is PapiRiver?

PapiRiver is a scroll action game where players guide a character named Mr. Papi down a river. The objective is to navigate him by tilting the device, avoiding obstacles, and scoring points.

### How do I play PapiRiver?

You play by tilting your iPhone left and right to control Mr. Papi's movement along the river. The game ends if he hits the riverbanks and is pushed back, or if he goes off the upper edge of the screen.

### How do I get a high score?

To achieve a higher score, you need to get Mr. Papi as close to the bottom edge of the screen as possible. Successfully navigating the river without hitting the banks also contributes to your score.

### Is PapiRiver free to play?

Yes, PapiRiver is a free game. The provided information indicates it does not have in-app purchases or advertisements.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.4.3 — 2026-05-17

v1.4.0
- Game engine change
- This update will reset online scores on the score chart, sorry.
v1.4.3
- minor bugfix and improvements

### 1.4.2 — 2026-05-05

v1.4.0
- Game engine change
- This update will reset online scores on the score chart, sorry.
v.1.4.2
- minor bugfix and improvements

### 1.4.1 — 2026-05-02

v1.4.0
- Game engine change
- This update will reset online scores on the score chart, sorry.

v1.4.1
- minor bugfix and improvements

### 1.1.8 — 2019-02-01

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

- minor bugfix and improvements
- fix an ad presentation timing problem.

### 1.1.7 — 2013-05-24

- minor bugfix and improvements
- add interstitial ad

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*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 2026-06-30.*