# Yacht Racing Game — Sailing race simulation game

> Realistic yacht racing simulation game with intuitive controls and sailing tactics. (iPhone/iPad app by Shota Utsumi.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/yacht-racing-game/id1244722434 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Shota Utsumi](https://appshunter.io/developer/1244722433)
- Category: Games, Sports, Racing, Sports
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.30/5 from 93 App Store ratings · 115 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.0 · 95 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2017-06-14
- Data updated: 2026-08-27
- Monetization: ad-supported
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/yacht-racing-game/id1244722434/reviews.md

## What is Yacht Racing Game?

I made this game for all sailors.
Easy way to control. Tap to tack, long-press to change the direction to where you want to go. That's it.

You can change the setting of environment and boats as you need.

This game can be helpful for beginners who will start yacht racing.

【About Sailing】
-Sailing is a sport advances by wind power.
-When a yacht is travelling upwind by 45 degrees, it is sailing ”close-hauled”.
-When a yacht is travelling diagonally to the left towards upwind, it is sailing ”starboard”.
-When a yacht is travelling diagonally to the right towards upwind, it is sailing ”port”.
-The maneuver of turning between ”starboard” and ”port” is called ”tack”.
-Make a series of tacking moves in a zig-zag fashion, and lead your yacht to the finish line!!
-New courses have been added.

【About "Right of Way"】
-Starboard yacht has the right of way.Boats on a port tack shall keep clear of boats on starboard tack.
-If you meet with starboard boat when you are on a port tack, you have to tack or bear not to hit.
-When a boat is tacking it shall keep clear of boat that is not tacking. You need to check whether there is no ship around you, before start tacking.
-If you hit another ship without your right of way, you will be "DSQ"(disqualified), which means "game over".
(*These are simple rules for game.)

## Key features

- Intuitive tap and long-press controls
- Learn sailing maneuvers (tacking, close-hauled)
- Understand right-of-way rules
- Customizable environment and boat settings
- New courses added
- Beginner-friendly sailing introduction

## Recent user reviews (10 of 115)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/yacht-racing-game/id1244722434/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Long time player

*2026-08-06, version 2.1.4*

Something has gone wrong. Game shuts down after a few seconds. Can’t fix it!! What is wrong with?

In response to the developers questions:
1) My iPhone 17 was purchased nearly 1 year ago
2)No, I have not changed the date 
3)Yes, I do have WiFi service and internet service 
The app opens for just seconds and closes with “Network Unavailable “

### 5/5 — Yacht Racing Game

*2026-04-04, version 2.1.3*

Excellent

### 3/5 — Sailboat racing

*2026-02-27, version 2.1.3*

I love this game, but wish it would allow for competing for 2nd place, can you update to do this? Also, the NY upwind practice is the only course option where the “competition” will not run into the marks. I play at slowest speed and strategize.

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February 2026
This is a fun app, but I did notice that when a boat on starboard as approaching a boat on port and it’s very close this app makes the boat on starboard duck the boat on port. Every time it does that I go why did the boat on starboard duck boat on port?

### 5/5 — Good Game

*2026-02-03, version 2.1.3*

Like it, needs more levels

### 1/5 — Как играть

*2026-01-17, version 2.1.3*

Постоянно вылетает

### 5/5 — Worlds greatest game

*2026-01-16, version 2.1.3*

Pocket sailing

### 4/5 — 悪くない

*2025-11-06*

操作が簡単で良いゲームだと思いますが、片方にフレ切ってしまうレースが多く、2番手や3番手からの逆転が難しいので、修正があるともっとよくなると思います。

### 4/5 — Good game

*2025-10-12, version 2.1.3*

Enjoy

### 4/5 — Solid 👌

*2025-07-25, version 2.1.3*

This game is incredible and I think all sailors should play this game

### 5/5 — Good practice

*2025-07-07, version 2.1.3*

Great app for learning how to take advantage of wind shifts and tactics!

## Frequently asked questions about Yacht Racing Game

### How do I control my yacht in Yacht Racing Game?

Controlling your yacht is simple. Tap to tack and long-press to change direction towards your desired destination. These basic actions allow for precise navigation.

### Is Yacht Racing Game suitable for beginners?

Yes, Yacht Racing Game is designed to be helpful for beginners starting yacht racing. It introduces fundamental sailing concepts and maneuvers in an accessible way.

### What are the basic sailing rules explained in Yacht Racing Game?

The game explains key sailing concepts like 'close-hauled', 'starboard', 'port', and 'tacking'. It also covers 'right of way' rules to avoid disqualification (DSQ).

### Does Yacht Racing Game have ads?

Yes, Yacht Racing Game contains advertisements. These ads are displayed to support the free availability of the game.

### What platforms is Yacht Racing Game available on?

Yacht Racing Game is available on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices.

### How often is Yacht Racing Game updated?

The latest version, 2.1.3, was released on June 21, 2024. Updates typically include new courses and game improvements.

### What is the age rating for Yacht Racing Game?

Yacht Racing Game has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of players.

### Can I customize the environment and boats in Yacht Racing Game?

Yes, you can change the settings for both the environment and your boats as needed within the game.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.1.4 — 2026-07-11

Fixed a bug where taps were not responding.

### 2.1.3 — 2024-06-21

Fixed minor bugs.

### 2.1.2 — 2024-06-21

Fixed minor bugs.

### 2.1.1 — 2024-04-30

- Races can now continue even after other boats have finished.
- Changed the advertising system.

### 2.1.0 — 2020-05-05

Fixed display bugs.
Fixed rule's bugs.
Fixed the movement of running and jibing.

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