# Snowball — A Penguin's Journey > Penguin collects snowflakes on crumbling ice, swipe or tilt controls. (iPhone/iPad app by Paul Ewers.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/snowball/id293694285 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Paul Ewers](https://appshunter.io/developer/301281533) - Category: Games, Entertainment, Action, Casual - Price: Free - Rating: 2.90/5 from 187 App Store ratings · 29 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 12.0 · 15 MB - Languages: American English - Released: 2008-10-16 - Data updated: 2026-07-17 - Monetization: free - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/snowball/id293694285/reviews.md ## What is Snowball? Snowball is easy to play, but hard to master. Play as a penguin trying to collect enough snowflakes to make his very own snowball, but watch out as the floor crumbles below! Simply swipe to move, or enable classic tilt controls via the options menu. The game contains no ads or in-app purchases. Snowball has been available exclusively for iPhone since 2008. ## Key features - Collect snowflakes - Build a snowball - Crumbling floor mechanic - Swipe controls - Tilt controls option - No ads - No in-app purchases ## Recent user reviews (10 of 29) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/snowball/id293694285/reviews.md ### 5/5 — I can keep playing it!! *2021-02-14, version 2.0* Such fun much wow ### 3/5 — CRAPPY MUSIC! *2010-02-24* The old version had much better music... And it isn't worth 2 dollars at all... It needs to be free ### 3/5 — Disillusioned *2009-11-27, version 0* Quite honestly the older version was better. Especially the music. ### 2/5 — Cute but basic and no adds please!! *2009-10-19* I really like this game but for a paid app I feel it is low on features and I'm penalising it for a 'poker invite' message that comes up everytime you open the app. PLEASE get rid of this feature! ### 2/5 — No *2009-07-16, version 0* Why is this fun. U have to turn and flip your phone to collect snowflakes. Why fun ### 3/5 — A little disappointed in the updates... *2009-02-05, version 0* I liked the graphics of the previous version and the more mellow music that used to play during the game. The game is still enjoyable, but these little things make a difference. Would be nice to have the option of going back to the old version (now that I've already done several iPhone backups since downloading the upgrade of this game). ### 3/5 — Fun and cute *2009-01-18, version 0* Oddly entertaining but NEEDS an update that allows you to turn off sound. It even plays if the phone is on vibrate. ### 2/5 — Not worth 2$ *2008-12-23, version 0* This is definately not worth 2$, there isn't any goal, or any levels. It's just the penguin sliding around on its back and you slide him around collecting snowflakes. A mission mode or something woulda been great, and added to its value. All it feels like is some cheap freestyle mode. ### 5/5 — You will love it, even if you are in Minneapolis or Thunder Bay ... *2008-12-23, version 0* It is sort of like being in the Ice Hotel ...but without the constant chill. Buy this app! ### 2/5 — Got better *2008-12-19, version 0* I love penguins and I love the music in this game but I really don't like it. I have to tilt my itouch to move the penguin so much that I can't even see the screen. It defeats the whole purpose. It's annoying how people complain about the money. I bought the game after reading reviews and decided to try it. I don't like it and I can live with that. It wasn't a waste of money! Update-I never deleted the game hoping for an update. The new update makes the control SO much easier. But levels would really be so much better. U will get so many more customers with levels. Also the music is still great, love how it's not one second long and repeats all over again. Put levels and I'll add 2 more stars. ## Frequently asked questions about Snowball ### What is Snowball about? Snowball is a game where you play as a penguin collecting snowflakes to create a large snowball. You must navigate a constantly crumbling floor to succeed. The game offers a simple yet challenging experience. ### How do I control the penguin? You can control the penguin by simply swiping on the screen to move. For those who prefer a different style, classic tilt controls are also available through the game's options menu. ### Does Snowball have ads or in-app purchases? No, Snowball is designed to be a completely ad-free and in-app purchase-free experience. You can enjoy the game without any interruptions or additional costs. ### What devices is Snowball compatible with? Snowball has been available exclusively for iPhone since its release in 2008. It is designed for iOS devices. ### What is the main goal of the game? The primary goal in Snowball is to collect enough snowflakes to build your very own giant snowball. This involves careful movement and avoiding falling through the crumbling floor. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 2.1 — 2022-06-13 Bug fixes and performance improvements. ### 2.0 — 2021-02-11 Hello fans, That's right, it's 2021 and Snowball is back! This is quite possibly the longest app update in the history of the App Store, since Snowball originally debuted in 2008! Many of you may have even forgotten what Snowball is. Well, the original gameplay and music have been preserved while the rest of the app has been updated for modern devices. I hope you enjoy reliving some classic early iPhone gaming moments as much as I enjoyed crafting this update. ### 1.3 — 2009-02-02 -Maintenance update. ### 1.2 — 2008-12-20 No release notes. ### 1.1 — 2008-12-16 No release notes. ## Apps similar to Snowball | App | Rating | Price | Category | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [Mad Dash - Action Platformer](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mad-dash-action-platformer/id6482291381) | — | Free | Games | | [Toast Shooter](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/toast-shooter/id368550343) | 4.3 (3) | $0.99 | Games | | [Candy Box Arcade](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/candy-box-arcade/id6470181044) | — | Free | Games | | [Flying Heroes of World War I](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flying-heroes-of-world-war-i/id1626289892) | — | Free | Games | | [Robot Assembly Craftsman](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/robot-assembly-craftsman/id6463623849) | — | Free | Games | | [Dino's Run](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dinos-run/id6746223431) | — | Free | Games | ## More apps by Paul Ewers - [Star Thief](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/star-thief/id629733958) All apps by Paul Ewers: https://appshunter.io/developer/301281533 ## Related topics [paul ewers](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/paul-ewers) · [ewers](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/ewers) --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). 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