# Bowling Sim

> Realistic bowling simulator. Play solo, with friends or vs computer!

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.SimfoGames.SimBowl](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.SimfoGames.SimBowl)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.SimfoGames.SimBowl`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** SimfoGames
- **Category:** GAME\_SPORTS
- **Downloads:** 168,610
- **Rating:** 4.22 / 5 (835 ratings)
- **Version:** 2.019
- **Last updated:** 2025-11-06
- **First published:** 2016-11-07
- **Publisher country:** TH
- **Size:** 139 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-05
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.SimfoGames.SimBowl)
- **Website:** [https://www.simfo.games](https://www.simfo.games/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://simfo.games/privacy\_policy.html](https://simfo.games/privacy_policy.html)

## Description

**Bowling Sim** offers the most realistic bowling experience available as a free Chrome extension. Powered by Unreal Engine 4, it simulates authentic gameplay physics based on professional bowlers, with lanes coated in oil for true-to-life conditions.

Choose from three engaging game modes: single player, pass-n-play with friends on the same device, or compete against an adjustable computer AI. Each mode features two difficulty settings: Easy (allowing post-release ball rotation correction) and Hard (restricting corrections for a challenging experience). The game includes classic 10-pin bowling over 10 frames, 21 selectable bowling balls, and comprehensive worldwide rankings for every mode and difficulty. An intuitive interface, detailed statistics tracking, and offline play ensure endless bowling fun for all skill levels.

## Rankings

- #172,720 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.SCHEDULE_EXACT_ALARM`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.SimfoGames.SimBowl.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`
- `com.SimfoGames.SimBowl.permission.C2D_MESSAGE`
- `com.applovin.array.apphub.permission.BIND_APPHUB_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`
- `com.google.android.providers.gsf.permission.READ_GSERVICES`

## Review summary

Most reviewers praise Bowling Sim for its realistic bowling feel, challenging gameplay, ball customization, ease of use, and overall fun. However, frequent issues include glitches that disrupt throws, update-induced changes that reduce realism, privacy prompts, and occasional performance problems. The consensus suggests the game is compelling and well-made when stable, but updates and bugs significantly impact the experience.

### Pros

- Realistic bowling feel with authentic ball hook and pin action.
- Challenging gameplay that rewards practice and mastery.
- Ball customization and variety by choosing different balls.
- Easy to use and intuitive controls.
- Fun and addictive with high overall praise.

### Cons

- Glitches and bugs disrupt gameplay, including throwing glitches and ball-geometry issues (ball highlighting, ball rolling off lane).
- Updates have reduced realism (fainter forward arrows) and sometimes alter core mechanics like the hook.
- Privacy concerns due to in-game prompts requesting data/joins.
- Occasional performance problems or the game not working as expected (lane issues, cannot throw).
- Some users report general control problems or frustration with certain mechanics.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.SimfoGames.SimBowl)