# Tekkyu - Ball on Rods

> Multi-touch physics puzzle game with rod manipulation to guide a ball to a goal. (iPhone/iPad app by JUN NOHARA.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tekkyu-ball-on-rods/id533034524 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [JUN NOHARA](https://appshunter.io/developer/515880844)
- Category: Games, Entertainment, Casual, Family
- Price: Free
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings · 1 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 7.0 · 41 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2012-06-11
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tekkyu-ball-on-rods/id533034524/reviews.md

## What is Tekkyu?

"Tekkyu" and "鉄球" mean "iron ball."
This is a simple "multi-touch" game popular in Japan!


■■■Features■■■

- Real feeling smooth operation!

- Beautiful and deep screen supported Retina display!

- Solemn and powerful sounds!

- Post your score etc. on Twitter!


■■■How to play■■■

Open and close two iron rods to drop a ball into the goal.


■■■3 modes are available■■■

- 30 Seconds Mode
Drop as many balls as possible into the goal in 30 seconds!

- Time Trial Mode
Drop 7 balls into the goal as soon as possible! If 100 seconds pass, it is the end compulsorily!

- Sudden Death Mode
Drop as many balls as possible into the goal! There is no restriction of time.
However, it will be the end even if making a mistake!


■■■Supported 10 languages■■■
English, Français, Deutsch, Italiano, Español, Português, 中文(簡体・繁体), 日本語, 한국어

## Key features

- Multi-touch controls
- Smooth operation
- Retina display support
- Multiple game modes
- Twitter score sharing
- 10 language support

## Recent user reviews (1 of 1)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tekkyu-ball-on-rods/id533034524/reviews.md

### 5/5 — AWESOME!!!!

*2020-10-20, version 1.8.5*

I love this game when I saw this game and I played it!! I appreciate u made this game!!

## Frequently asked questions about Tekkyu

### What is Tekkyu - Ball on Rods?

Tekkyu - Ball on Rods is a multi-touch physics puzzle game where players manipulate iron rods to guide a ball into a goal. It offers three distinct game modes for varied challenges.

### What are the game modes in Tekkyu - Ball on Rods?

The game features '30 Seconds Mode' to score as many balls as possible, 'Time Trial Mode' to complete a set number of drops quickly, and 'Sudden Death Mode' for endless play without time limits but with a penalty for mistakes.

### Is Tekkyu - Ball on Rods free to play?

Yes, Tekkyu - Ball on Rods is available for free. It was released on June 11, 2012, and has maintained a free price point.

### What devices does Tekkyu - Ball on Rods support?

Tekkyu - Ball on Rods is compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices. It also supports Retina display for enhanced visuals.

### Does Tekkyu - Ball on Rods have ads?

The provided data does not specify if Tekkyu - Ball on Rods contains advertisements. However, it is listed as free with no in-app purchases.

### How many languages does Tekkyu - Ball on Rods support?

Tekkyu - Ball on Rods is available in 10 languages, including English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, Chinese (Simplified and Traditional), Japanese, and Korean.

### When was Tekkyu - Ball on Rods last updated?

The latest version of Tekkyu - Ball on Rods is 1.8.5, which was released on April 1, 2016. The app was originally released on June 11, 2012.

### What is the age rating for Tekkyu - Ball on Rods?

Tekkyu - Ball on Rods has an age rating of 4+. This indicates it is suitable for children and general audiences.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.8.5 — 2016-04-01

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

Total 300,000 Downloads Memorial!

- Remove ads in game.
- Renew all musics.

### 1.8.4 — 2015-01-27

- Small change of layout
- Improved performance

### 1.8.3 — 2014-09-22

Fix the bug which Leaderboard is not displayed normally.

### 1.7 — 2014-09-05

- Add Easy mode. 
- Add Single-Touch mode. 
- Improve the user interface.

### 1.6 — 2014-08-27

Improve the game performance.

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