Stone Skipping Game
Skip Stone brings the simple joy of skipping rocks on a lake to your phone. Flick your finger to throw, watch the ripples spread, and tap at just the right moment for a PERFECT skip. Free in your browser.
Skipping stones, without the cold feet
Most of us have stood at the edge of a lake trying to get a flat stone to bounce one more time. Skip Stone captures that feeling with one finger. You stand on a pebbly shore looking out over still water. Every touch of the water leaves a ring of ripples and a soft “plip” that climbs in pitch as your count goes up, until the stone runs out of energy and sinks.
How to throw
- Flick your finger quickly up the screen from the stone. A faster flick throws harder and farther.
- Aim by swiping slightly left or right. A straight swipe gives smoother skips that last longer.
- Steer a little by dragging left or right while the stone is flying.
- Tap right as the stone touches the water, when the gold ring closes, for a PERFECT skip. Chain them for bonus points.
The real physics, simplified
In real life a stone skips because it hits the water at a shallow angle while spinning fast, and the water pushes it back up. Flat, round stones and a low, fast throw work best. The game keeps that spirit: speed sets the power and a clean, straight swipe makes each bounce lose less energy, so good technique always pays off.
Surprises on the lake
- Land on a lily pad or a floating log for a free bounce.
- Splash through a glowing ripple to double every skip after it.
- Steer under a passing seagull and it grabs your stone and carries it far across the water.
- Watch for the dark shadow of a fish: it leaps up to block your throw. Reeds, islands and ducks get in the way too.
Levels, Free Throw and the Daily
Play 24 levels with simple goals across three lakes: Dawn Lake, Sunset Bay and Firefly Pond. Earn stars to unlock four stones, including a golden one. Want no goals at all? Free Throw mode is endless and relaxing. Every day the Daily Throw gives everyone the same lake and three throws; your best one counts, and you can share your result and keep a streak. You can never fail: throws are unlimited, and after a few misses a dotted helper line shows where to aim.
More calm one-finger games
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How to get your first big throw
Begin with a straight, quick flick from the stone up the screen. A straight swipe gives smoother skips that last longer, so save angled throws for later. Watch the gold ring as the stone comes down: tap exactly when the ring closes on the water for a PERFECT skip, which keeps the stone moving fast. While it is in the air, drag gently left or right to steer toward lily pads and away from obstacles. When you see a seagull, aim underneath it, because it can grab the stone and carry it far across the lake. Do not worry about a bad throw: each round is quick, so the best way to improve is simply to throw again and pay attention to the timing of your taps.
All games on Relax Plays run in the browser on phones, tablets and computers. There is nothing to install and no account to create, and your progress is saved on your device so you can close the tab and come back later.
Frequently asked questions
How do I skip the stone farther?
Flick faster and straighter. Speed sets the power, and a clean straight swipe makes each skip lose less energy. PERFECT taps, lily pads and seagull rides add even more distance.
Can I fail a level?
No. You have unlimited throws, and a helper line appears if you get stuck. Clearing the goal earns at least one star.
Is Skip Stone free?
Yes. It is free in your browser on phones, tablets and computers, with no download or account.