• The new HSK 3.0 (2026) is getting closer
We’re preparing Chinesimple for the next major HSK 3.0 vocabulary update. The new HSK 3.0 (2026) lists will replace the current HSK 3.0 (2021) lists, a transitional version that ultimately was never used in official exams.
• New HSK 3.0 (2026) lists
Many words will change level, and brand-new words never included in HSK before will also arrive. In addition, related content such as example sentences, lessons, and other study materials will be reorganized to better reflect the new vocabulary structure.
• Your HSK 3.0 progress will adapt
In the next app update, your HSK 3.0 progress will adjust to the new lists. Since some words and sentences will change level, your progress will adapt based on the content you have already completed. Your word lists will be kept, although words will show the level they currently belong to.
• New content in preparation
In this update, we’ve already added nearly 1,000 new native audios recorded by our team for words that will be part of HSK 3.0 (2026). We’re also creating new example sentences that we’ll add gradually to improve explanations and study of the new vocabulary.
• New flashcards and visual improvements
We’re creating new flashcard images for HSK 3.0 (2026) words and improving many current flashcards with a more polished style and a clearer representation of each meaning. Part of this improved content is already available in this update.
• New HSK1 3.0 (2026) Guided Course
We’re also working on the new HSK1 3.0 (2026) Guided Course, which is already well advanced. You’ll be able to enjoy this new course shortly after the new lists arrive, so you can study the new HSK1 with a clear, organized, step-by-step path.

🌟 HSK 3.0 (2026) is getting closer
🔸 New HSK 3.0 (2026) lists will replace 2021 lists
🔸 Words, examples and lessons will adapt to new levels
🔸 Your HSK 3.0 progress and word lists will be preserved
🔸 Nearly 1,000 new native audios already added
🔸 New flashcards and HSK1 3.0 guided course in progress

• Related lessons while you play
Some Word Games can now suggest lessons related to the word you're practicing. Open them in one tap and keep discovering the grammar and different uses behind each word.
• More lesson examples and native audio
We've expanded several lessons with new examples and new native audio.
• New setting for Hanzi Writing difficulty
You can now disable automatic difficulty in the Hanzi Writing Game. Keep the challenge level you prefer while practicing strokes.
• Multi-device sync improvements and fixes
We've improved multi-device sync so your progress travels more safely between devices. As always, Bingo has reviewed your emails, reports and feedback to apply many fixes and small improvements throughout the app.

• Related lessons while you play
Some Word Games can now suggest lessons related to the word you're practicing. Open them in one tap and keep discovering the grammar and different uses behind each word.
• More lesson examples and native audio
We've expanded several lessons with new examples and new native audio.
• New setting for Hanzi Writing difficulty
You can now disable automatic difficulty in the Hanzi Writing Game. Keep the challenge level you prefer while practicing strokes.
• Multi-device sync improvements and fixes
We've improved multi-device sync so your progress travels more safely between devices. As always, Bingo has reviewed your emails, reports and feedback to apply many fixes and small improvements throughout the app.

• Related lessons while you play
Some Word Games can now suggest lessons related to the word you're practicing. Open them in one tap and keep discovering the grammar and different uses behind each word.
• More lesson examples and native audio
We've expanded several lessons with new examples and new native audio.
• New setting for Hanzi Writing difficulty
You can now disable automatic difficulty in the Hanzi Writing Game. Keep the challenge level you prefer while practicing strokes.
• Multi-device sync improvements and fixes
We've improved multi-device sync so your progress travels more safely between devices. As always, Bingo has reviewed your emails, reports and feedback to apply many fixes and small improvements throughout the app.

April Update:
• Related lessons while you play
Some Word Games can now suggest lessons related to the word you're practicing. Open them in one tap and keep discovering the grammar and different uses behind each word.
• More lesson examples and native audio
We've expanded several lessons with new examples and new native audio.
• New setting for Hanzi Writing difficulty
You can now disable automatic difficulty in the Hanzi Writing Game. Keep the challenge level you prefer while practicing strokes.
• Multi-device sync improvements and fixes
We've improved multi-device sync so your progress travels more safely between devices. As always, Bingo has reviewed your emails, reports and feedback to apply many fixes and small improvements throughout the app.

• New HSK1 v2.0 Guided Course
Not sure where to start? We’ve designed a step-by-step path to master all HSK1 content. Enjoy 26 modules carefully prepared by our teachers to help you learn in an organized way, without the hassle.
• All-in-one: The ultimate method
We’ve integrated our full potential into this course: lessons, games, vocabulary, writing, pronunciation, and exams. Practice every detail from the first lesson to the last word. You learn by doing!
• New Smart Notifications
Your course now guides you. Notifications adapt to your progress and remind you of pending content. Enable them so we can keep you on track with your daily tasks!
• HSK1 Lessons review and upgrade
Along with the new course, we’ve revised and improved all HSK1 lessons, adding brand-new content. We also recorded dozens of new native audios so you can perfect your ear directly inside each lesson.
• Performance and reliability polish
We’ve fixed minor bugs and improved overall stability so nothing distracts you from your studies. As always, we’ve applied your feedback to make the experience flawless.

• New HSK1 v2.0 Guided Course
Not sure where to start? We’ve designed a step-by-step path to master all HSK1 content. Enjoy 26 modules carefully prepared by our teachers to help you learn in an organized way, without the hassle.
• All-in-one: The ultimate method
We’ve integrated our full potential into this course: lessons, games, vocabulary, writing, pronunciation, and exams. Practice every detail from the first lesson to the last word. You learn by doing!
• New Smart Notifications
Your course now guides you. Notifications adapt to your progress and remind you of pending content. Enable them so we can keep you on track with your daily tasks!
• HSK1 Lessons review and upgrade
Along with the new course, we’ve revised and improved all HSK1 lessons, adding brand-new content. We also recorded dozens of new native audios so you can perfect your ear directly inside each lesson.
• Performance and reliability polish
We’ve fixed minor bugs and improved overall stability so nothing distracts you from your studies. As always, we’ve applied your feedback to make the experience flawless.

• New HSK1 v2.0 Guided Course
Not sure where to start? We’ve designed a step-by-step path to master all HSK1 content. Enjoy 26 modules carefully prepared by our teachers to help you learn in an organized way, without the hassle.
• All-in-one: The ultimate method
We’ve integrated our full potential into this course: lessons, games, vocabulary, writing, pronunciation, and exams. Practice every detail from the first lesson to the last word. You learn by doing!
• New Smart Notifications
Your course now guides you. Notifications adapt to your progress and remind you of pending content. Enable them so we can keep you on track with your daily tasks!
• HSK1 Lessons review and upgrade
Along with the new course, we’ve revised and improved all HSK1 lessons, adding brand-new content. We also recorded dozens of new native audios so you can perfect your ear directly inside each lesson.
• Performance and reliability polish
We’ve fixed minor bugs and improved overall stability so nothing distracts you from your studies. As always, we’ve applied your feedback to make the experience flawless.

• New HSK1 v2.0 Guided Course
Not sure where to start? We’ve designed a step-by-step path to master all HSK1 content. Enjoy 26 modules carefully prepared by our teachers to help you learn in an organized way, without the hassle.
• All-in-one: The ultimate method
We’ve integrated our full potential into this course: lessons, games, vocabulary, writing, pronunciation, and exams. Practice every detail from the first lesson to the last word. You learn by doing!
• New Smart Notifications
Your course now guides you. Notifications adapt to your progress and remind you of pending content. Enable them so we can keep you on track with your daily tasks!
• HSK1 Lessons review and upgrade
Along with the new course, we’ve revised and improved all HSK1 lessons, adding brand-new content. We also recorded dozens of new native audios so you can perfect your ear directly inside each lesson.
• Performance and reliability polish
We’ve fixed minor bugs and improved overall stability so nothing distracts you from your studies. As always, we’ve applied your feedback to make the experience flawless.

• New HSK1 v2.0 Guided Course
Not sure where to start? We’ve designed a step-by-step path to master all HSK1 content. Enjoy 26 modules carefully prepared by our teachers to help you learn in an organized way, without the hassle.
• All-in-one: The ultimate method
We’ve integrated our full potential into this course: lessons, games, vocabulary, writing, pronunciation, and exams. Practice every detail from the first lesson to the last word. You learn by doing!
• New Smart Notifications
Your course now guides you. Notifications adapt to your progress and remind you of pending content. Enable them so we can keep you on track with your daily tasks!
• HSK1 Lessons review and upgrade
Along with the new course, we’ve revised and improved all HSK1 lessons, adding brand-new content. We also recorded dozens of new native audios so you can perfect your ear directly inside each lesson.
• Performance and reliability polish
We’ve fixed minor bugs and improved overall stability so nothing distracts you from your studies. As always, we’ve applied your feedback to make the experience flawless.

March Update:
• New HSK1 v2.0 Guided Course
Not sure where to start? We’ve designed a step-by-step path to master all HSK1 content. Enjoy 26 modules carefully prepared by our teachers to help you learn in an organized way, without the hassle.
• All-in-one: The ultimate method
We’ve integrated our full potential into this course: lessons, games, vocabulary, writing, pronunciation, and exams. Practice every detail from the first lesson to the last word. You learn by doing!
• New Smart Notifications
Your course now guides you. Notifications adapt to your progress and remind you of pending content. Enable them so we can keep you on track with your daily tasks!
• HSK1 Lessons review and upgrade
Along with the new course, we’ve revised and improved all HSK1 lessons, adding brand-new content. We also recorded dozens of new native audios so you can perfect your ear directly inside each lesson.
• Performance and reliability polish
We’ve fixed minor bugs and improved overall stability so nothing distracts you from your studies. As always, we’ve applied your feedback to make the experience flawless.

March Update:
• New HSK1 v2.0 Guided Course
Not sure where to start? We’ve designed a step-by-step path to master all HSK1 content. Enjoy 26 modules carefully prepared by our teachers to help you learn in an organized way, without the hassle.
• All-in-one: The ultimate method
We’ve integrated our full potential into this course: lessons, games, vocabulary, writing, pronunciation, and exams. Practice every detail from the first lesson to the last word. You learn by doing!
• New Smart Notifications
Your course now guides you. Notifications adapt to your progress and remind you of pending content. Enable them so we can keep you on track with your daily tasks!
• HSK1 Lessons review and upgrade
Along with the new course, we’ve revised and improved all HSK1 lessons, adding brand-new content. We also recorded dozens of new native audios so you can perfect your ear directly inside each lesson.
• Performance and reliability polish
We’ve fixed minor bugs and improved overall stability so nothing distracts you from your studies. As always, we’ve applied your feedback to make the experience flawless.

March Update:
• Native audio now in most HSK1 lessons
Most example sentences and lesson words in HSK1 now include native audio, recorded by our own team, so you can practice real pronunciation directly inside each lesson.
• New HSK1 lessons + lesson content upgrade
New lessons added: “Plural in Chinese”, “Differences between 有些, 一些 and 些”, and “Order of adverbial complements”. We also reviewed and expanded many existing HSK1 lessons.
• Story Games improvements
Now you can complete answers in Story Games while listening to the audio. We also improved audio playback and added a new bottom button to change audio speed.
• Speaking Game improvements
We improved speech recognition for several user-reported phrases, for more accurate pronunciation practice.
• UI, performance and reliability polish
Bingo has polished many UI details to make the app smoother and more consistent. We also improved sync and stability in multiple areas, and applied user reports we responded to.

March Update:
• Native audio now in most HSK1 lessons
Most example sentences and lesson words in HSK1 now include native audio, recorded by our own team, so you can practice real pronunciation directly inside each lesson.
• New HSK1 lessons + lesson content upgrade
New lessons added: “Plural in Chinese”, “Differences between 有些, 一些 and 些”, and “Order of adverbial complements”. We also reviewed and expanded many existing HSK1 lessons.
• Story Games improvements
Now you can complete answers in Story Games while listening to the audio. We also improved audio playback and added a new bottom button to change audio speed.
• Speaking Game improvements
We improved speech recognition for several user-reported phrases, for more accurate pronunciation practice.
• UI, performance and reliability polish
Bingo has polished many UI details to make the app smoother and more consistent. We also improved sync and stability in multiple areas, and applied user reports we responded to.

March Update:
• Native audio now in most HSK1 lessons
Most example sentences and lesson words in HSK1 now include native audio, recorded by our own team, so you can practice real pronunciation directly inside each lesson.
• New HSK1 lessons + lesson content upgrade
New lessons added: “Plural in Chinese”, “Differences between 有些, 一些 and 些”, and “Order of adverbial complements”. We also reviewed and expanded many existing HSK1 lessons.
• Story Games improvements
Now you can complete answers in Story Games while listening to the audio. We also improved audio playback and added a new bottom button to change audio speed.
• Speaking Game improvements
We improved speech recognition for several user-reported phrases, for more accurate pronunciation practice.
• UI, performance and reliability polish
Bingo has polished many UI details to make the app smoother and more consistent. We also improved sync and stability in multiple areas, and applied user reports we responded to.

February Update:
• Many new HSK1 lessons
We’ve added a large batch of new lessons for HSK1, covering key topics such as Chinese names, country names, demonyms and languages, pronunciation rules, complementary pronunciation pairs, and much more.
If you’re studying HSK1, make sure to check the updated lesson list and explore all the new content now available.
• Native audio in lessons
Many words and example sentences in these new lessons now include native audio, recorded by our own team.
This will help you improve your listening skills and get used to real pronunciation. We’ll soon start adding audio to more lessons across the app.
• New non-HSK content
We’ve added around 20 new relevant non-HSK words, along with a few additional example sentences, to help you expand your vocabulary beyond the official lists.
• Content fixes and improvements
As always, Bingo has taken care of fixing all those small issues thanks to your reports and suggestions.
Thank you for helping us make the app better with every update.

January Update

• HSK 3.0 changes coming in 2026
The HSK is evolving again this year. We’ve added a new FAQ to help you understand how word lists, textbooks and official exams will change with the upcoming HSK 3.0 update.
You’ll also be able to study the new HSK 3.0 vocabulary directly in the app very soon.

• 121 new example sentences for HSK1
We’ve added 121 new example sentences to HSK1, all with native audio.
This will help you practice each word in a real and natural context, improving both listening and comprehension.

• New videos in HSK1 lessons
Some HSK1 lessons now include short and clear videos to make explanations easier to follow.
We’ll continue adding videos to the most important lessons over time.

• New HSK1 lessons
New lessons are now available in HSK1, including topics like the sound ü, how to express location with 在 and 有, and different uses of the verb 看.
With the PRO plan, you can access these lessons from any level.

• Audio improvements and content fixes
We’ve added native audio to all non-HSK words and to the Radicals section.
We’ve also corrected the pronunciation of several words and sentences, and applied all the suggestions and reports we received.

November Update
• New videos in some HSK1 lessons
We’ve started adding short videos to some HSK1 lessons to help you better understand the content.
We’ll keep adding more videos over time in the most important lessons.
The videos are in English, with English subtitles.

• Speaking Game improvements
New, more accurate pronunciation analysis to improve your speaking.
You’ll now get clearer feedback: see exactly what you pronounced well and what needs work.

• Open lessons from any level
You can now open lessons from any level directly within the app, without switching apps.
PRO users can even access PRO lessons from other levels. All in one place!

• Minor content fixes
As always, Bingo has applied all your corrections and suggestions. Thanks for the feedback!

November Update
• New videos in some HSK1 lessons
We’ve started adding short videos to some HSK1 lessons to help you better understand the content.
We’ll keep adding more videos over time in the most important lessons.
The videos are in English, with English subtitles.

• Speaking Game improvements
New, more accurate pronunciation analysis to improve your speaking.
You’ll now get clearer feedback: see exactly what you pronounced well and what needs work.

• Open lessons from any level
You can now open lessons from any level directly within the app, without switching apps.
PRO users can even access PRO lessons from other levels. All in one place!

• Minor content fixes
As always, Bingo has applied all your corrections and suggestions. Thanks for the feedback!

October update – Smoother experience and exciting improvements!

• New HSK1 v2.0 flashcard images
The HSK1 v2.0 flashcards have been revamped with more expressive and beautiful illustrations that better represent the meaning of each word.
We’ve also updated the flashcards you reported, and polished the visual style in all flashcard games.

• Hanzi Writing Game improvements
You can now choose between four writing styles: marker, fine brush, bamboo, and Chinese ink.
The eye button also hides the word now, for a more challenging experience.
A new help button has been added to show the next hanzi to write.
And you can start writing immediately, without waiting for the stroke animation to finish.

• Content and overall polish
As always, Bingo has applied your reports and suggestions.
We’ve reduced the volume of sound effects, made some minor visual and gameplay improvements, and applied many other small optimizations throughout the app.
谢谢大家 (Thank you all for your continued support and feedback!)

October Update – We’re getting radical!
• You can now search all 214 Chinese radicals by hanzi, pinyin or meaning.
• Use @Radicals or its translation in your language to list them in the dictionary.
• [PRO] Add radicals to your custom lists and play them in Word Games.
• All tags now start with @. We’ve simplified some and added autocomplete suggestions.
• Zhuyin now available.
• New HSK1 lessons: "和, 跟, 与 – don’t they all mean the same thing?" and "What is Zhuyin (Bopomofo)?"
• New HSK2 lessons: "Alternatives to 你好" and "Using the past tense: 了 and（是……）的"
• 200+ new non-HSK words now available in the dictionary
• New short videos added to some HSK1 lessons
• Various improvements: achievements, games, sound effects and fixes

October Update – We’re getting radical!
• You can now search all 214 Chinese radicals by hanzi, pinyin or meaning.
• Use @Radicals or its translation in your language to list them in the dictionary.
• [PRO] Add radicals to your custom lists and play them in Word Games.
• All tags now start with @. We’ve simplified some and added autocomplete suggestions.
• Zhuyin now available.
• New HSK1 lessons: "和, 跟, 与 – don’t they all mean the same thing?" and "What is Zhuyin (Bopomofo)?"
• New HSK2 lessons: "Alternatives to 你好" and "Using the past tense: 了 and（是……）的"
• 200+ new non-HSK words now available in the dictionary
• New short videos added to some HSK1 lessons
• Various improvements: achievements, games, sound effects and fixes

October Update – We’re getting radical!
• You can now search all 214 Chinese radicals by hanzi, pinyin or meaning.
• Use @Radicals or its translation in your language to list them in the dictionary.
• [PRO] Add radicals to your custom lists and play them in Word Games.
• All tags now start with @. We’ve simplified some and added autocomplete suggestions.
• Zhuyin now available.
• New HSK1 lessons: "和, 跟, 与 – don’t they all mean the same thing?" and "What is Zhuyin (Bopomofo)?"
• New HSK2 lessons: "Alternatives to 你好" and "Using the past tense: 了 and（是……）的"

September Update – Another boost to kick off the school year!

Board Game now works better with your custom lists
• You were absolutely right: if you're practicing with your own custom list, it makes way more sense that all the words in each round come from that list. From now on, that's exactly how it works in both Board Game and Flashcard Pair Game. If your list has fewer than 6 words, random words will be added (from the same level or mixed depending on your list).

Even more improvements!

• The stroke checker now correctly highlights the stroke you got wrong. Bingo went on vacation and left an AI in charge… but that didn’t go so well.
• On macOS, both voice search in the dictionary and the Pronunciation Game now work! Just keep in mind: mic access is slower than on iPhone/iPad, so it might feel a bit less snappy.

Bingo is still polishing the content We’ve fixed small translation issues and improved some phrases thanks to your awesome reports. Keep them coming!

September Update – FAQ Time!
3 New FAQ Section
We’ve added a FAQ section with 40+ of the most common user questions. Everything you need, all in one place!
• New HSK1 Lesson
“Basic Chinese Words” – A friendly intro to essential words like 我, 你, 好, and 是.
• Fixes & Improvements: Bingo’s still on it!
We’ve polished translations, improved content, and made tweaks based on your awesome feedback.