Fruit Ninja® for Android

Fruit Ninja® is an arcade game by Halfbrick Studios that tests how quickly players can slice on-screen fruit while dodging bombs. Released in 2011 and updated through September 2026, version 3.97.9 retains the simple swipe controls that made it popular. It suits anyone looking for short, pick-up-and-play sessions, from casual players to score chasers.

The main modes are Classic, Zen, and Arcade. Classic is an endless run where letting fruit drop ends the round, Zen removes pressure for relaxed slicing, and Arcade emphasizes combos with special bananas that double scores, freeze time, or trigger a frenzy. Event mode adds character clashes with Truffles, Mari, and Rinjin, daily Challenge mode offers repeatable goals, and local multiplayer lets two people share one screen. A PAC-MAN theme adds new blades, dojos, and avatars.

On privacy, the app requests very little: only Wi-Fi connection information is listed as a permission. However, the free download includes ads and in-app purchases, and the content rating is Everyone, so younger players may need guidance around ad content and optional spending.

Key features

• Three classic game modes: Classic, Zen, and Arcade
• Special bananas in Arcade mode that provide Double Score, Freeze, and Frenzy effects
• Powerups that give your score a boost during play
• Event mode with clashes against characters such as Truffles, Mari, and Rinjin
• Daily Challenge mode where you compete with other players for prizes
• Shared-screen local multiplayer matches and leaderboards for comparing scores
• New PAC-MAN Game Theme with four blades, four dojos, avatars, and a collection system
• Minigames inspired by Fruit Ninja: Puss in Boots
• Low permission footprint, requesting only Wi-Fi connection information

How to install

1. Tap the download button on this page to get the APK file; the file size is listed as n/a, and the app requires Android 6.0 or higher.
2. When Android asks, allow your browser or file manager to install apps by enabling the "Install unknown apps" setting for that app.
3. Locate the downloaded APK file in your notifications or Downloads folder and tap it.
4. Tap Install and wait for the installation to complete.
5. Open the app from your app drawer, or use the Open button shown at the end of the installation.

Latest changes · 3.97.9

Version 3.97.9 adds a PAC-MAN Game Theme, including four new PAC-MAN Blades with unique powers, four new Dojos, and a new collection system. Challenges unlock unique PAC-MAN Avatars. Four new events offer duplicates to level up blades and increase powers. The theme is accessible via the Shop or Game Theme menu.

Casual gamers, fans of classic arcade action, and anyone looking for short, stress-relieving gameplay sessions. It is also suitable for families thanks to its Everyone rating, although parents should be aware of the ads and optional in-app purchases.

In Arcade mode, focus on dodging bombs first and use Freeze bananas to line up large combos. Check the daily Challenge and Event modes for extra rewards, and review the in-game settings to manage sound and purchase prompts if younger players use the device.

Fruit Ninja® stays true to its simple slicing formula while keeping things fresh with events, themes, and multiplayer. With minimal permissions and a family-friendly rating, it is an easy pick for casual play, as long as you keep an eye on ads and optional purchases.