Halfpipe Hero

Name: Halfpipe Hero
Rating: 4.3 (476 reviews)
Author: Bit Free Games

By: Bit Free Games

Best Arcade Skateboarding Game

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Features & Capabilities

Halfpipe Hero is a retro pixel arcade skateboarding game built for the browser as a Chrome extension. It uses easy, one-tap controls to pull off fast tricks on the halfpipe and land cleanly as you speed up.

Complete challenges to unlock new locations and heroes, collect skins, and share wipeouts with built-in GIFs. Enjoy 80s-inspired pixel art, catchy tracks, and the option to groove to your own music while you shred.

User Growth & Download Statistics

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By:

Bit Free Games

Rating:

4.30

(476)

Version:

1.1.3 Last updated: 2019-03-19

Version code:

830605241

Creation date:

2016-01-06

Compatible devices:

Size:

81.90MB

URLs:

Full description:

Source:

Apple Apps Store

Data ingested on:

2026-06-06

Compare stats and ranking:

Ranking

# 82,761 ▼ 104

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Developed by:

Bit Free Games

Apple Apps Store

https://apps.apple.com/us/app/halfpipe-hero/id1044374093

User Reviews

Halfpipe Hero is praised for its fun, easy-to-pick-up retro arcade gameplay and nostalgic feel, with some players enjoying optional paid content. However, ad issues dominate feedback: ads continue after buying no-ads, and purchase restoration often fails. Players also report bugs like leaderboard problems and stage glitches, plus inconsistent level unlocks. The game shows potential for a great mobile experience, but persistent ads and uneven bug fixes hinder long-term satisfaction.

Pros

Fun, simple retro-style arcade gameplay that's easy to pick up.
Nostalgic vibe that recalls early web/school arcade games.
Optional paid content (new locations and a skater) adds value for some players.
Casual, session-friendly gameplay suitable for quick mobile play.

Cons

Ads persist after purchasing the no-ads option, popping up after every game.
Restoring purchases or removing ads often doesn't work, and support links can be broken.
Bugs and glitches affect play, including leaderboard failures and stage-specific issues (e.g., Beijing glitch).
Level progression and unlocks can be inconsistent, with some levels not unlocking or being overly difficult.

Recent reviews

Tell me why I paid for no ads because I enjoy the game so much but I’m still getting ads please fix it’s not right smh

by ro*****, 2024-11-23

I enjoy this game for the simple clicker that it is - not too complex, but still a fun retro-style arcade game. Decided it was worth it to pay for the extra location and skater, and no ads. But it's still popping up ads! Tried deleting and reinstalling the game, but no dice. I know the app page says the bug was fixed four years ago... clearly it wasn't. Here's to playing in airplane mode, I guess.