# BattleMage > Side-scrolling action RPG where you play a mage fighting monsters to save a kingdom. (iPhone/iPad app by Nick Joyner.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/battlemage/id926384960 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Nick Joyner](https://appshunter.io/developer/926384959) - Category: Games - Price: Free - Rating: 4.19/5 from 27 App Store ratings · 17 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 12+ - Requires: iOS 8.0 · 178 MB - Languages: English - Released: 2014-11-20 - Data updated: 2026-06-10 - Monetization: free - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/battlemage/id926384960/reviews.md ## What is BattleMage? "I highly recommend BattleMage if you like side-scrolling RPGs" - AppAdvice.com Evil has begun to creep from the darkness, approaching the villages and threatening the kingdom. The king has called on a young mage to save the land! That's you! BattleMage is a fast paced side-scrolling action RPG. Take control of your mage, as you fight an army of orcs, spiders, and undead! Reach the end of each stage before the enemies over-power you, and level-up your hero to gain powerful spells, skills, and gear. Features: Tons of different spells and skills to choose from, allowing for different play styles and strategies Use your gold to purchase staffs and robes, all with unique stat bonuses and some special abilities A variety of unique enemy types, along with boss battles Game Center achievements with in-game bonuses Follow on twitter @nyxpixel, for news on games and updates! ## Key features - Fast-paced side-scrolling action - RPG elements with leveling up - Variety of spells and skills - Collectible gear with stat bonuses - Unique enemy types and boss battles - Game Center achievements ## Recent user reviews (10 of 17) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/battlemage/id926384960/reviews.md ### 1/5 — Sadly I can’t select zero stars *2019-03-23, version 1.11* This game has the depth of a flash game from the early 2000s, and it serves an unstoppable ad at the beginning of every level. Playing the game is almost as painful as watching the same ads. ### 5/5 — Great Game *2017-10-13, version 1.11* I have been looking for an rpg game like this for awhile and finally it’s here! It is incredible how great the game is for a one man developer. Thanks for making this game. It is my favorite game! ### 5/5 — Fun *2017-09-09, version 1.11* Fun game ### 3/5 — A train wreck, made with love *2017-09-08, version 1.11* Update: got an email from the dev, thanking me for the feedback. Adding a star because I expect the game to improve over time. I'm leaving the game installed and will update my review when a new version is released. Original review: I hate leaving a bad review for an Indy developer, but this game was painful to play. It's clear that a lot of time and effort went into it but it's glaring flaws make it unplayable. For example, the each set of three levels consist of the same three enemies recycled endlessly. At the end of the third stage, you encounter a boss. Here's where the game lost me completely. The first boss has two attacks: the first has him stomping with icicles falling from the ceiling. Cool! Except there's not enough time to dodge them even if you're already on the move, meaning survival is entirely RNG based. In one of my several attempts, I had the boss to 20% health, when four icicles fell on me simultaneously which resulted in death from 50% hp. The other attack is a roll, which takes him from one side of the screen to the other. Slow, cumbersome, and you have to wait for him to walk back on screen. Plus he's invincible while rolling. I once waiting two min for an actual chance to damage the boss. The reason for your star rating on a level is not defined. I get through a stage with no damage, killing every mob I see, rescuing every villager, and get two stars. Why? Put it all together and, while it could have been fun, it's just not ready to be played beyond friends and family yet. I'll be watching for updated versions and hoping. ### 2/5 — Not much to see here *2017-09-06, version 1.11* Apparently made by one person, which is nice, but the game doesn't have much to offer. Decent artwork, but no creative storyline whatsoever and repetitive, clunky gameplay. ### 5/5 — Awesome Game! *2017-09-05, version 1.11* Fun and challenging and has lots of skills and spells to unlock! Pretty impressive quality for a one man game developer. ### 1/5 — Instant ads *2017-09-04, version 1.11* Before even playing the game I got an ad. I'm all for ads in free games, but at least let me play some and get used to the game before you ad spam me. I don't want ads before I have even seen an opening cut scene. ### 3/5 — Level 7 glitch *2016-03-20, version 1.0* Good game, fun side scroller. Fire spells are the way to go. Level 7 won't let me advance after a certain point and no more enemies appear. I've quit and retried 3-4 times and it keeps happening ### 5/5 — The side scrolling action rpg to buy! *2015-09-17, version 1.0* I can't believe I let this sit on my wishlist for so long. To those who complain about the controls, you must not be familiar with this type of game. The controls are fine but hitting enemies depends on accuracy, just imagine that the screen is divided into invisible "lanes" you must be in the same lane as the enemies to make your shot. Hopes that helps! ### 5/5 — Awesome game! *2015-05-19, version 1.0* This is a fun side scroller that is reminiscent of the old arcade games I use to play. Gameplay is challenging but not overly difficult to prevent progressing. Plenty of magic and mayhem here, what's not to love! ## Frequently asked questions about BattleMage ### What kind of gameplay does BattleMage offer? BattleMage is a fast-paced side-scrolling action RPG. You control a mage fighting through stages against various enemies, leveling up your character with new spells, skills, and gear. ### Can I play BattleMage offline? The provided description does not specify if BattleMage supports offline play. However, it does mention Game Center achievements, which typically require an internet connection. ### What platforms is BattleMage available on? BattleMage is available on mobile devices. The description does not specify if it is available on iOS, Android, or other platforms. ### How often is BattleMage updated? BattleMage was last updated on September 2, 2017, with version 1.11. This indicates infrequent updates in recent years. ### What is the age rating for BattleMage? BattleMage has an age rating of 12+. This suggests it contains content suitable for users aged 12 and older. ### Does BattleMage have in-app purchases? No, BattleMage does not have in-app purchases. The app is free to download and play without additional costs. ### What do players like about BattleMage? AppAdvice.com highly recommends BattleMage for fans of side-scrolling RPGs. Players can expect a variety of spells, skills, and gear to customize their play style. ### Does BattleMage have ads? The provided data does not indicate whether BattleMage contains advertisements. The 'hasAds' field is null. ## Version history (last 1 release) ### 1.11 — 2017-09-02 This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon. Price Change - Now Free! 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