# Swing Bowling — Wacky Collisions

> Physics-based 2D puzzle game with grappling hook mechanics to knock down bottles. (iPhone/iPad app by Terry Mbanefo.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/swing-bowling/id1475914353 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Terry Mbanefo](https://appshunter.io/developer/1475914352)
- Category: Games, Entertainment
- Price: Free
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings · 1 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 11.2 · 391 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2019-08-20
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/swing-bowling/id1475914353/reviews.md

## What is Swing Bowling?

Rules:
1) Player starts each level with 2 lives with the possibility of gaining extra lives 
2)  Aim is to knock down bottles on all levels 
3) Collisions between balls and other surfaces are based on the bounciness and speed of  both surfaces.
4) Ball can only grapple 1 of 3 ledges at a time by holding down the A,B or C buttons.
5) When the grappling hook is not attached to a ledge, ball can only boost in 1 direction once.
6) Ball has to grapple a ledge in order to activate boost ability again(if boost has already been used and is now unusable)
7 Boost can be used continuously whilst grappling hook is attached to a ledge to either start swaying or to increase the swaying speed. 
8) Player must knock down all the bottles to pass the level.
9) Player fails if the number of lives have been reduced to 0.

Features:

1) 36 levels with more coming soon.
2) 8 colour balls with different attributes.
3) 3 types of obstacles.
4) In-game purchases.
5) In-game currency. 
6)  Game music (includes button to turn music off or on).
7)  Tutorial section in main menu.
8) Button to turn off ads.


Brief Intro:

Introducing one of the most unique 2d swinging games which combines features of knock down bottles games, 10 pin bowling games and rope swing games. Grab your grappling hook and swing around as 1 of 8 10 pin bowling balls to knock down bottles. Control the ball in order to collide with all the bottles to knock them off their platforms and down towards the spikes on the ground. Players would also have to avoid the spikes during the game. Additionally, newer levels introduce new difficulties like having the player avoid obstacles placed around the pins/bottles as collision with these obstacles can cause trouble for the player. It can be noted that in some situations, collisions with these obstacles may be beneficial towards player. 

Controls :

The controls are simple. There are 2 sets of buttons which players use to move and swing around. The buttons on the right hand side which contain letters control the ball’s grappling hook. Use this to hook and swing/rope around by holding down any of the 3 lettered buttons which causes the ball to attach a hook on the corresponding ledge. The buttons on the left apply forces on the ball in 4 directions. Each of the 8 ballz applies a different amount of force. Use the buttons to avoid obstacles , collide with the bottles/pins and dodge/avoid the spikes. The “up” is button applies a jump force on the ball. This feature is especially important as it aids players in a number of ways. It is used to help the player jump and swing from a stationary position. Additionally, the jump force of some ballz is so high that it can reverse the direction of the ball falling under gravity into an upward motion. This helps players to avoid the spikes. The left  and right buttons can be used in a number of situations. An example is to produce a swaying effect when hanging from a ledge with the grappling hook. The magnitude of the swaying effect is also based on the boost power of the ball. The left and right buttons can also be used to increase the speed at which a ball, which is attached to a ledge, will sway. Lastly, these buttons can also be used to avoid obstacles and manoeuvre  in order to collide with the bottles. The down button can also be used to smash the balls and avoid the spikes and obstacles. 

So, are you ready to see if you can avoid obstacles and spikes whilst sucessfully swinging around and knocking all the pins down?

## Key features

- Grappling hook mechanics
- Bottle knocking gameplay
- Physics-based collisions
- 36 challenging levels
- 8 unique ball types
- Obstacle avoidance

## Recent user reviews (1 of 1)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/swing-bowling/id1475914353/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Giza belic

*2019-09-06, version 1.8*

Amazing!!!!!

## Frequently asked questions about Swing Bowling

### How do I control the ball in Swing Bowling?

You use buttons on the right to control the grappling hook, attaching it to ledges to swing. Buttons on the left apply forces to move the ball, jump, and sway.

### What is the objective of Swing Bowling?

The main objective is to knock down all the bottles on each level using the swinging ball. You must also avoid spikes and other obstacles.

### How many levels are there in Swing Bowling?

Swing Bowling currently features 36 levels, with more planned for future updates.

### Can I turn off ads in Swing Bowling?

Yes, the game includes a button to turn off advertisements, allowing for an uninterrupted experience.

### What are the different ball types in Swing Bowling?

There are 8 different colored balls, each with unique attributes that affect gameplay and how they interact with surfaces.

### Is Swing Bowling suitable for younger players?

Swing Bowling has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for younger players to enjoy.

### Does Swing Bowling have offline play?

The provided description does not specify if Swing Bowling supports offline play. However, it does mention in-game music with an on/off button.

### How often is Swing Bowling updated?

The latest version of Swing Bowling was released on November 1, 2021. Further updates are planned to add more levels.

## Version history (last 1 release)

### 2.5 — 2021-11-01

game improvements

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## More apps by Terry Mbanefo

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All apps by Terry Mbanefo: https://appshunter.io/developer/1475914352

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