Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) for iPod Games

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQ) FOR IPOD GAMES

* Last Modified on: January 02, 2008

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* What games are available for iPod?
* Where can I find help on games?
* Can I use games in iTunes without an iPod?
* What are the requirements?
* How do I know what the game title is like before I buy it?
* Are games localized?
* Can you play music and games on the iPod simultaneously?
* Can I use video out to play games on my TV?
* Can I use the remote as a controller?
* What is file size of each game?
* How do I remove game titles from an iPod?
* I'm having trouble using games on my iPod. Where should I start?
* How can I contact a third-party about a game?
* Where are games stored in iTunes?
* Can I copy a Java application or other game to this folder to load it on iPod?

What games are available for iPod?

For a list of iPod Games, visit www.apple.com/itunes/store/games/.

Some game titles are compatible with multiple iPod models. Supported iPod models:

* iPod nano (3rd generation)
* iPod classic
* iPod (5th generation)

Other game titles may only be compatible with the iPod (5th generation).

Where can I find help on games?

Each game title includes built-in Help. You can also view instructions in iTunes. To do this, click on the games playlist in the source list. If the games playlist is not visible, you may need to turn on the preference to show this playlist in the General tab of iTunes Preferences.

Can I use games in iTunes without an iPod?

No. Games available on iTunes are designed specifically for the iPod nano (3rd generation), iPod classic, and iPod (5th generation). They cannot be played on your computer, nor are they compatible with other iPod models or iPhone.

What are the requirements?

iPod (5th generation):

* iTunes 7.1 or later
* 1.2 or later of iPod software installed

iPod nano (3rd generation) or iPod classic:

* iTunes 7.4 or later

The Phase game requires iTunes 7.5 or later.

You can load games on up to 5 authorized computers.

How do I know what the game is like before I buy it?

There is a preview on the iTunes Store.

Are games localized?

Yes. Game titles are localized in at least English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Dutch, and Japanese. All games default to the language setting on iPod (if it's one in the previous sentence). To change the language of games, change the language on iPod.

Can you play music and games on the iPod simultaneously?

Yes.

Can I use video out to play games on my TV?

No.

Can I use the remote as a controller?

No. All games are designed specifically to be controlled with the Click Wheel.

What is file size of each game?

The size varies from game to game, ranging from about 10 MB to about 60 MB. How do I remove game titles from an iPod?

* Click the iPod in the iTunes source pane.
* Click the Games tab.
* Select Sync games.
* Click the Selected games button.
* Deselect all items.
* Choose File > Sync "iPod" to remove the games.

You can also restore your iPod, but restoring your iPod will also remove everything. Note: Built-in games won't appear in the Games tab and cannot be removed.

I'm having trouble using games on my iPod. Where should I start?