# Tap 'n' Pop Classic: Balloon Group Remove

> Classic balloon-popping puzzle game with strategic rotations and power-ups. (iPhone/iPad app by Software River Solutions, Inc.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tap-n-pop-classic-balloon-group-remove/id307538288 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Software River Solutions, Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/295973897)
- Category: Games, Entertainment, Puzzle, Strategy
- Price: $2.99
- Rating: 4.10/5 from 10 App Store ratings · 110 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 6.0 · 9 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2009-03-27
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tap-n-pop-classic-balloon-group-remove/id307538288/reviews.md

## What is Tap 'n' Pop Classic?

Tap 'n' Pop is one of the most popular classics for the iPhone. Rotate, shake and tap your device, pop the balloons, use the power ups in this fun and challenging game.

Shake your iPhone/iPod/iPad to reset colours. Very useful when you are running out of moves! You only get a few at the beginning though.

Some user comments
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"Poppit with a twist! ... well worth the price!"
"Fun game played just like pop it on pogo ... a must have game"
"Brilliant game!
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Tap ’n’ Pop is a fun balloon popping puzzle game for the iPhone

REVEAL PACKAGES
Pop groups of colored balloons to clear and reveal packages containing various items. Reveal all items to reach the next level.

HOW TO PLAY
Tap once to select the group of same colored balloons you want to pop (balloons will start pulsating) – tap again to pop the balloons. Balloons below the removed ones will move up to fill the empty space. Package will be revealed if no balloons are covering it.

ROTATE YOUR DEVICE
Rotate your iPhone and balloons will move up – re-arranging positions and helping you out when you think you are running out of moves.

You have limited number of “rotations”, but you earn new one each time you complete a level. If you run out of rotations, but rotate your device anyway – balloons will simply be rotated along giving you the same layout as before the rotation. 

USE THE PIN
When you find yourself in a "tight spot" - use one of your pins to pierce any balloon that's in your way. Pins are hard to come by so use them wisely.

## Key features

- Tap to pop groups of same-colored balloons
- Reveal hidden packages by clearing balloons
- Rotate device to rearrange balloons
- Use pins to pop individual balloons
- Earn new rotations by completing levels

## What do users think of Tap 'n' Pop Classic?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 😊 Highly addictive and engaging gameplay
- ⏱️ Perfect time-killer for waiting periods
- 🎮 Easy to learn, simple mechanics
- 🧠 Requires strategic thinking and planning
- 🎵 Satisfying sound effects and feedback
- 📱 Works well on mobile devices
- 🔄 Regular updates with new features
- 😌 Stress-relieving and relaxing experience
- 🎯 Good balance of challenge and fun

**Cons**

- 📺 Excessive ads in newer versions
- 🐛 Frequent crashes and freezes
- 🎮 Game becomes too difficult at higher levels
- 💰 Paid version lacks promised extras
- 🔧 Multiple bugs persist across updates
- 📉 Difficulty spike makes progression frustrating
- 🎲 Too much luck-based, not skill-based
- ❌ Game-breaking issues after updates

**Commonly reported bugs**

- App crashes on startup or during gameplay
- Level completion overlay remains on screen
- Game incorrectly reports no moves available
- Bonus feature mixes colors without grouping them
- Shake feature uses wrong number of moves
- Gift boxes remain floating on screen
- Incompatibility with older iOS devices
- Facebook connection no longer works
- Game freezes after updates
- Premature game ending despite available moves

**Most requested features**

- Undo button to reverse moves
- Difficulty level settings
- Hint system for strategic gameplay
- Back button for accidental taps
- Ability to skip starting from level 1
- More power-ups and bonus balloons
- Improved leaderboard and score tracking
- Toggle for shake feature
- Better rules documentation
- Collect undo power-ups from balloons

## Recent user reviews (10 of 110)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tap-n-pop-classic-balloon-group-remove/id307538288/reviews.md

### 1/5 — You Ruined It

*2023-10-19*

The balloon game and you managed to ruin it!  Too small; ads, ads and more ads.  Everybody is just going to delete it.  Toooo bad!

### 5/5 — Lots of fun

*2021-01-15, version 7.3*

Have enjoyed this for a long time

### 4/5 — Tap n Pop

*2015-01-16*

Great fun; easy to play anywhere - transport, waiting in line, even in meetings.

### 4/5 — New version

*2014-09-01, version 7.2*

In previous versions, sometimes the overlay saying you had finished a level would remain after you pressed for a new level. Closing and reopening would fix this, so it wasn't a big deal. But now, the message remains even if you abandon the game and try to start over. This adds frustration to an otherwise fun game.

### 5/5 — Addictive

*2014-08-04, version 7.2*

I love this game. Wish there was an undo button. Seems to be harder than it was before. Never got past Level 15.

### 5/5 — Fun or strategizing - you decide

*2014-06-28, version 7.2*

Can be addicting ... But is definitely fun to play!  New options for clearing rows or sets of balloons come along with updates from time to time to keep this game fun and to renew ones interest in it!!  You've been warned . . . now enjoy!!

### 4/5 — One of my go tos

*2014-05-31, version 7.2*

I play this game all the time. It would definitely be improved with an undo feature. Overall it's one of my favorite games.

### 4/5 — Facebook

*2014-05-31, version 7.2*

Still playing on my iPad original. Up until a day or so ago I was able to connect to Facebook for extra pins and rotates. No longer can. Bummer.

### 4/5 — Wonderfully Addicting

*2014-05-28, version 7.2*

Definitely needs an Undo button.
Also-- please make a way to get past level 16 or so. I've been playing for over a year and have yet to do it.

### 5/5 — Addictive game

*2014-05-07, version 7.2*

Love the new background! This is one of those games that I keep coming back to. Can't tell you how many times I would have used an undo button but that would feel like cheating! Good game for most ages.

## Frequently asked questions about Tap 'n' Pop Classic

### What is Tap 'n' Pop Classic?

Tap 'n' Pop Classic is a fun and challenging balloon-popping puzzle game. The objective is to tap groups of same-colored balloons to clear them and reveal hidden packages. Revealing all items in the packages allows you to advance to the next level.

### How do you play Tap 'n' Pop Classic?

To play, tap once on a group of same-colored balloons to select them, then tap again to pop them. Balloons below will move up to fill the space. Rotating your device can also help rearrange balloons and create new opportunities.

### What are the special features in this game?

The game features the ability to rotate your device to strategically move balloons, and a 'pin' item that can be used to pop individual balloons when you're in a tight spot. You also earn new rotations by completing levels.

### Is Tap 'n' Pop Classic free to play?

Based on the information provided, this application is a paid game. There are no mentions of in-app purchases or advertisements, suggesting a one-time purchase model.

### What devices is Tap 'n' Pop Classic compatible with?

The description mentions compatibility with iPhone, iPod, and iPad. It is designed for iOS devices and utilizes features like device rotation.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 7.3 — 2017-08-16

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

- Compatibility updates

### 7.2 — 2014-05-02

- Updated graphics
- Minor bug fixes and improvements

### 7.1 — 2013-09-26

- Fixed problem where buttons could not be used in landscape mode on iPhone5 with iOS7

### 7.0 — 2013-09-20

- Two new power balloons!
   - Vertical remover (removes entire column of balloons)
   - Line remover (removes entire row of balloons)
- Important performance and stability improvements

This is a recommended update for all users running iOS v4.3 or later.

### 6.4 — 2013-04-19

- Minor bug fixes
- Performance improvements

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