Item: Climbing Flail
Rating: 74
Author: Dinsun

Our Expert Score

74/100

Climbing Flail is a masterclass in 'frustratingly fun' physics. It belongs to that niche genre of games like Getting Over It, where the controls are intentionally quirky to make every inch of progress feel like a major victory. The physics engine is surprisingly robust; you can really feel the weight and momentum of the flail as it swings around your character.

The minimalist art style works in its favor, keeping the focus entirely on the geometry of the climb. While it can be incredibly punishing—one mistimed release can send you back to the bottom—the immediate restart and the desire to beat your own high score keep you coming back. It's a test of nerves as much as it is a test of skill. It might not be for everyone, especially those looking for a relaxing experience, but for challenge-seekers, it's a brilliant vertical odyssey.

Dinsun reviewed on: Wed Feb 25 2026

The Game

Available on: iPhone, iPad, iPod

1330546179

Free4+★4.6 1977 reviews

Author : Korigame Ltd

Pubish Date : Mon May 20 2019

Last Update Date : Sun Oct 02 2022

Support Languages : English

Genres :

Version 1.2Sun Oct 02 2022

-Switch to Unity Ads; cleaner, less intrusive
Requires iOS 11.0 or later. Compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.
Silly climbing game from the maker of kORi WALk and Balance The Hat!
Pull down and release to fling your floppy body upwards, grab onto something and don't lose your grip.
Avoid spinning saws and pesky snakes. Lose your limbs and keep on climbing.
Catch a helping ride on a rising balloon.
Randomize your character. Save your progress up the mountain.
Reach the top and take a photo. Generate a new level and start the climb all over again!

Ratings & Reviews

4.6 out of 5 with 1977 Counts

★★★★★

Age Rating 4+

Climbing Flail is a high-stakes physics action game where your only tool is a heavy spinning flail. By mastering centrifugal force, players must hook onto ledges and launch themselves upward through a series of increasingly difficult platforms. Every swing requires perfect timing and a deep understanding of momentum. With its clean aesthetic and demanding difficulty, it offers a pure arcade experience that rewards patience and precision.

Features

Rigid body physics-based movement

Endless vertical climbing challenges

Minimalist and clean visual design

Competitive global leaderboards

One-touch control scheme

Tips

Mastering Momentum

The secret to height is not just hooking, but the 'Release Launch.' Build up full speed with your rotation before letting go. Aim for the corners of platforms to get a better grip, and avoid the red-tinted hazards that will break your flail's connection immediately.

Gameplays

Swing and Hook

Touch the screen to begin rotating the flail. The faster you rotate, the more power you have. Release at the peak of your arc to fly towards the next platform. Once your flail touches a surface, it automatically hooks, allowing you to begin your next swing.