# QWOP for iOS

> Physics-based running game with unique limb control mechanics. (iPhone/iPad app by Bennett Foddy.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qwop-for-ios/id410319945 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Bennett Foddy](https://appshunter.io/developer/289213177)
- Category: Games, Action, Sports
- Price: $0.99
- Rating: 3.80/5 from 29 App Store ratings · 284 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 8.0 · 30 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2010-12-20
- Data updated: 2026-09-02
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qwop-for-ios/id410319945/reviews.md

## What is QWOP for iOS?

QWOP is the local sporting hero of a prosperous country in the scandinavian alps. Unfortunately, it is too cold there for an outdoor track, and QWOP has come to the championships without completing his training!

You can help QWOP achieve his sporting dreams! You just need to show him how to run.

Control QWOP's legs and arms by moving your thumbs around in the diamonds on the screen. Move your thumbs in clockwise circles to make him run. Make QWOP lean forward and back by tilting your device. 

And whatever you do, don't let QWOP's body touch the ground!

Features: 
- Five game modes: 100m, Hurdles, Long Jump, Steeplechase, and 50km Walk! 
- Hilarious physics engine.
- GameCenter leaderboards. Set a high score and challenge your friends.

## Key features

- Control legs and arms independently
- Tilt device to lean
- Five distinct game modes
- Hilarious physics engine
- GameCenter leaderboards

## Chart rankings

- #117 in Top Paid · Sports (US App Store)

## What do users think of QWOP for iOS?

Overall sentiment: neutral

**Pros**

- 🤣 Hilarious and challenging
- 👍 Fun and addictive
- 🤯 Innovative and unique gameplay
- 🎉 Great for passing time
- 🎨 Good graphics

**Cons**

- 🤯 Extremely difficult controls
- 🐛 Bugs and glitches (crashes, scoring issues)
- 🤔 Controls not intuitive compared to original QWOP
- 🤬 Frustrating and unplayable for some
- 💰 Not worth the money

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Crashes when selecting certain modes
- Scoring/finish line not registering properly
- Restart button not working consistently
- Laggy performance after extended play
- Controls getting stuck or not responding

**Most requested features**

- Option to use original QWOP controls
- More game modes and variety
- Improved tutorial and instructions
- Smoother performance and reduced lag
- Ability to save and track high scores

## Recent user reviews (10 of 284)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qwop-for-ios/id410319945/reviews.md

### 1/5 — doesnt work :(

*2026-08-25, version 1.08*

doesnt work anymore in 2026. double tap doesnt reset the game i cant start again

### 1/5 — So bad

*2026-05-28, version 1.08*

You can’t even run in this game all he does is just fall

### 5/5 — Greatest app ever made

*2025-06-22, version 1.08*

My 100m PB of 20.5 took a long time of hard work, the elusive sub 20 is so close yet it seems almost impossible, maybe I need to change my form, or perhaps see a sports psych, back to the drawing board I think. If anyone can complete the 50k walk or even the steeplechase then they deserve a place with the GOATs of athletics.

### 4/5 — 傾きが出来なくなった

*2024-12-13*

傾きが出来ません、修正お願いします

### 1/5 — 操作法がわからない金の無駄

*2024-05-25*

マジで金の無駄

### 1/5 — Worst mobile game I’ve ever played…

*2024-04-18, version 1.08*

If only I could get my money back

### 4/5 — Beauty. Absolute beauty.

*2023-10-14, version 1.08*

This game is perfect, down to ONE aspect. The only problem is that when I do the 100M sprint, and get past the finish, it says I failed. I've tried to get under 30 seconds to see if there's a time limit, and even that didn't work. But otherwise, this game is PERFECT.

### 2/5 — Great Idea, does not work

*2023-08-26*

I understand that a one-man-team can not take care about everything. However this game is one bug. It starts with the „how to play“ overlay still active. You can not react fast enough to avoid that the runner falls down and the game is over. From time to time it even freezes in the Game-Over-Screen and you have to restart the game itself.

Should be fixable with comparable low efforts. Even if it costs just one Euro, it is not worth the buy as it just does not work right now.

### 4/5 — QWOP

*2023-01-10, version 1.08*

QWOP is said to be super hard but I find it pretty ez on mobile

### 5/5 — AMAZING GAME

*2021-10-26, version 1.08*

tbh one of the best games ever, it’s old and easy but it’s so fun

## Frequently asked questions about QWOP for iOS

### What is QWOP for iOS?

QWOP for iOS is a challenging and humorous sports game where players control a runner's limbs to help him complete various athletic events. The game is known for its unique and difficult control scheme.

### How do I control the runner in QWOP?

You control QWOP's legs and arms by moving your thumbs in clockwise circles within the on-screen diamonds to make him run. Tilting your device allows you to make him lean forward and backward.

### What game modes are available in QWOP?

The game features five distinct game modes: 100m dash, Hurdles, Long Jump, Steeplechase, and a 50km Walk. Each mode offers a unique challenge for the player.

### Is QWOP for iOS free to download?

Based on the provided information, QWOP for iOS is a paid application. There are no mentions of in-app purchases or advertisements within the game.

### What makes QWOP challenging?

The primary challenge in QWOP lies in its unconventional control system, which requires precise coordination to make the runner move effectively. Avoiding falling and completing the athletic events without the runner's body touching the ground is crucial.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.08 — 2017-08-01

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

Updated for 64-bit, so you can continue to play on new versions of iOS.

This was a bit of an adventure, since I haven't released an iPhone app in 5 years. If you see any issues, let me know and I'll fix them up as soon as I can.

### 1.07 — 2012-12-20

Due to popular demand, I've turned this into a universal build for iPad, iPhone, iPhone 5. Retina support is added on iPhones.

I also fixed a really stupid bug that was multiplying everyone's scores in the 50km walk by 10. And another bug that was causing slowdown over long play sessions in some events.

But I probably introduced all kinds of new bugs! Let me know via email (support@foddy.net) or on twitter @bfod.

### 1.06 — 2012-12-02

To celebrate 200,000 copies sold (and also to mourn the impending shutdown of OpenFeint) I've removed OpenFeint and added GameCenter leaderboards. 

I'm *really* sorry, this means your old high scores have to be deleted. This also means that this update is not available for iPhone 3G users. Please direct hatemail to support@foddy.net or to @bfod on twitter. Or, better yet, direct it at Gree, who bought and shut down OpenFeint.

If there's demand, I might add native iPad and retina resolution support. Send requests to me on twitter - @bfod

Oh, and finally: if you like this game and would like to play a 4-player version of it on your computer, I'm making one as a reward in our Sportsfriends Kickstarter! Visit sportsfriendsgame.com for details.

--Bennett

### 1.05 — 2011-01-07

-60fps is back for newer devices. Now everybody's happy!

### 1.04 — 2011-01-04

- Double-tap to restart replaced with a restart button, by popular request
- Big performance boost for older devices (iPhone, iPhone 3G, 1st gen iPod touch)
- Fixed some bugs relating to leaderboards

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All apps by Bennett Foddy: https://appshunter.io/developer/289213177

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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 2026-09-02.*