# THIS IS NOT A JOKE!!! — Do you want some memes?

> App for accessing "illegal" memes with pop-up ads. (iPhone/iPad app by Jason Gertner.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/this-is-not-a-joke/id1471435651 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Jason Gertner](https://appshunter.io/developer/1209788362)
- Category: Games, Casual
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.40/5 from 328 App Store ratings · 53 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 12+
- Requires: iOS 9.0 · 80 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2019-07-08
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/this-is-not-a-joke/id1471435651/reviews.md

## What is THIS IS NOT A JOKE!!!?

*psssst* Do you want some "illegal" memes? With “This is not a Joke!!!” it’s easy. Make sure the pop ups don’t take over though!

## Key features

- Access "illegal" memes
- Easy meme retrieval
- Pop-up ad navigation

## What do users think of THIS IS NOT A JOKE!!!?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 🎨 Beautiful art style and color palette
- 🎵 Well-fitting music that enhances gameplay
- ⚡ Simple, casual gameplay mechanics
- 😄 Funny and clever meme pop-ups
- 💪 Great hand and arm workout
- ⏱️ Perfect time-killer for waiting periods
- 🧠 Helps with focus for certain ADHD types
- 📱 Lightweight app with minimal storage
- 👀 Soft colors easy on the eyes
- 🎯 Progressive difficulty scaling
- ✨ Cute and adorable aesthetic
- 🚫 No real ads interrupting gameplay

**Cons**

- 😴 Gets repetitive and boring quickly
- 🤔 Confusing gameplay with no clear purpose
- 💪 Causes hand and arm soreness
- 😰 Can trigger anxiety or panic
- 😵 Stressful for people with certain ADHD types
- 📖 Meme text is hard to read
- 🔄 Limited variety in meme content
- ⏸️ No music toggle option
- 🎮 Lacks narrative or story context
- ❌ No leaderboard system
- ⚠️ Some inappropriate ads for younger players

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Tutorial cannot be rewatched after skipping
- Unclear pricing/payment system confusion
- Meme text readability issues

**Most requested features**

- Leaderboard to track high scores
- Story mode or narrative backstory
- Cutscene when failing (e.g., computer exploding)
- More variety in meme words and phrases
- Music toggle/mute option
- Tutorial replay option
- Sandbox computer game expansion
- Character development or story elements
- Failure state animations or feedback

## Recent user reviews (10 of 53)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/this-is-not-a-joke/id1471435651/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Great app for ppl w/ certain type of ADHD

*2024-01-11*

This is actually a great app. It’s a good way to pass time, usable with minimal service or no wifi which is perfect for me since I use it mainly to pass time in school when I’m waiting for my classes to start. I’ve seen a review where someone said it’s probably not good for people with ADHD but I’d like to agree to disagree since it gives me something to focus on when my brain has like 20 different things going on at once I can just put all my focus on the game. (From someone w/ ADHD)

 I think that this app is great for people that have ADHD similar to mine and helping their mind focus on one thing, but not so much for the people w/ ADHD that differ from mine.

### 4/5 — Meh 😑

*2023-11-20*

Got bored after a bit but over all a nice game. If you have a short attention span or ADHD maybe don’t download this. (Idk maybe ur preferences r different) also, I didn’t get what people said after they wrote there reviews about an “arm work out” now I see why. Do not play to many rounds your fingers WILL fall off.

### 5/5 — Yep, this game is not a joke

*2023-06-27*

I love this this game so bad because it’s so cute. All the colors are beautiful and it gives me so much vibes and exercise is your arms and your hands 10/10 please can I get a hi

### 5/5 — It’s a simple game for simple people

*2023-01-18, version 1.0.1*

This game is basically just a mini game nonstop, but that’s not necessarily a bad thing. It just means that this ga,e is more for road-trips or things to do when your bored. I like the concept and it’s really fun, personally I got a high score of 45. Despite liking the game, it would be nice to have a leaderboard. I’m a little competitive and I’d love to try to beat other who might be the top of the top.

### 3/5 — Cool, but what?

*2023-01-15, version 1.0.1*

So one thing. This game makes no sense!! No hate, I like it but still. There’s memes that you can’t read, and the fact that it makes it “illegal” too? Just wow. I like this game, but it kinda means nothing…

### 5/5 — Love it

*2022-11-14, version 1.0.1*

Love this app. My friend uses it daily.

### 4/5 — Higly recommend

*2022-11-12, version 1.0.1*

Always suits my needs!

### 5/5 — Yes

*2022-07-07, version 1.0.1*

Great pass time and exactly what it advertises in the photos

### 5/5 — great :D however,

*2022-05-21, version 1.0.1*

I wish there was like a cutscene when you fail, like the computer exploding or something idk T^T but a great workout for fingers! <3 the app

### 5/5 — Fun

*2022-04-18, version 1.0.1*

Very fun, the game is simple and is a good time killer. The art is cute, the pop ups are funny, and the music is very well fitting. I like how it gets increasingly difficult as you download more files, and my hand actually got sore after reaching 42. Nice work

## Frequently asked questions about THIS IS NOT A JOKE!!!

### What does this app do?

This application provides access to a collection of "illegal" memes. Users can easily find and view this content directly through the app.

### Are there any costs associated with using this app?

The app is free to download and use. However, it does feature in-app purchases, which may be required for certain functionalities or to remove ads.

### What kind of content can I expect to find?

The app specializes in providing "illegal" memes. This suggests content that may be edgy, controversial, or otherwise not typically found on mainstream platforms.

### What are the main features of this app?

The primary feature is easy access to "illegal" memes. Users will need to navigate through pop-up ads to access the content.

## Version history (last 2 releases)

### 1.0.1 — 2019-08-15

• Added the Shattered Journal Games logo & Twitter!

### 1.0.0 — 2019-07-06

No release notes.

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