Cup Pong, a classic party game, is now available on iMessage for your iPhone. If you are looking for a fun way to connect with your friends, this guide will help you get started without disrupting anyone’s productivity.
Installing Cup Pong from the iMessage App Store
Cup Pong isn’t a standalone app in the iMessage store. You will need to install a third-party app that offers several games, including Cup Pong.
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Start by launching the ‘Messages’ app from your iPhone’s home screen or app library.
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Next, open the conversation with the friend you want to play with. If you need to start a new conversation, tap the ‘Compose’ icon and choose a contact.
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Tap the gray ‘Appstore’ icon at the bottom left of your screen to expand the app section.
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Click the blue ‘App Store’ icon in the expanded section. This will open an overlay window.
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In the overlay, tap the search icon, type
Game Pigeon
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Tap the ‘Get’ button and authenticate the download using your biometrics or password.
Playing Cup Pong With Your Friends
Once the app is installed, you can play with a friend who also has it.
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Open the ‘Messages’ app again.
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Select the conversation with the friend you wish to play with or start a new one by tapping the ‘Compose’ button.
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Tap the gray ‘Appstore’ icon to expand the app section within your conversation.
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Scroll through the apps in the expanded section to find ‘GamePigeon’ and tap it.
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From the grid of game options, tap on ‘Cup Pong’.
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Before starting, tap ‘CUSTOMIZE’ to personalize your cups, or tap ‘GAME MODE’ to change cup arrangement (multiple arrangements are for paid users only).
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Tap the ‘send’ icon (upward arrow) to send the game to your friend and start playing.
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The game starts with your opponent’s turn. After they finish, tap on the game tile to take your turn.
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To throw the ball, tap and hold onto it, and then flick your finger across the screen. You get two attempts each turn before your opponent plays.
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The goal is to get the ball into the cups. Every successful hit will lift the cup.
The first player to pocket all the balls wins!
Turning off Sound and/or Music in Cup Pong
Sometimes the in-game music and sounds can be distracting. Here’s how to turn them off:
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Tap the hamburger icon (three horizontal lines) near your avatar.
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Tap the ‘Sound’ option to turn off in-game sounds. An ‘X’ will appear next to the label when it is off.
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Tap the ‘Music’ option to turn off the in-game music.