# Buff Knight! - RPG Runner

> Retro 2D pixel RPG runner game with combat, upgrades, and artifact collection. (iPhone/iPad app by Buff Studio Co.Ltd..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/buff-knight-rpg-runner/id905138176 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Buff Studio Co.Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/828994637)
- Category: Games, Casual, Role Playing
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.70/5 from 376 App Store ratings · 498 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 9+
- Requires: iOS 4.3 · 53 MB
- Languages: Korean, American English, Japanese, Chinese (Traditional, Taiwan)
- Released: 2014-09-23
- Data updated: 2026-08-30
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/buff-knight-rpg-runner/id905138176/reviews.md

## What is Buff Knight!?

◆◆ 2014 Korea Game Awards Indie Game Award ◆◆

◆ #1 Paid Game in Korea ◆
◆ #1 Paid RPG in Japan ◆

* This Lite version includes ads and limits the running speed of Buff Knight.
* If you'd like to play the game at its fastest speed, please buy the premium version of Buff Knight.
* Data will not transfer from the free version over to the paid version. Please keep that in mind when playing Buff Knight. For your (our) convenience, we recommend you buy the paid version!

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Play the EPIC retro RPG runner – Buff Knight! Developed by a 1 man studio, this pixel graphic game has stormed the top charts in Korea. Now it’s your turn!
Slay the Dragon! Save the Princess! Buff Knight!

[Reviews]
5/5  “Buff Knight is RPG Madness” - iPhoneAppsReview.com
5/5  ”A definite must have on your device” - User review
5/5  ”This game has completely taken over my life. I am utterly and hopelessly addicted” - User review

[Story]
You are Buff Knight, and you stop for nothing! The Red Vile Dragon & his minions has returned to the Kingdom of Buff to raid the Kingdom for artifacts… AND has captured the beautiful Princess. Your quest: buff up your character, slice enemies into bits with your sword, blast your spells and save the Princess!

[Game Description]
Buff Knight is a 2D Pixel RPG Runner where you’re constantly on the move.  Kill the invading monsters with your sword or by timing your use of spells carefully!  As you progress the game becomes more intense with stronger and uglier monsters! Collect artifacts and upgrade your items & attributes to become the most buff Knight the world has ever seen!
Buff Knight is highly addictive so do give it a try and trust the hundreds of thousands of Koreans who helped Buff Knight claim the #1 spot!

[Features]
- AWESOME & EPIC 8 bit retro sound and pixel graphics!
- 2 Different gameplay modes – story mode & endless mode!
- 2 unique characters! Play as Buff Knight OR Buffy the Sorceress! 
- Simple and easy controls! BUFF!
- Use your sword or spells to fight the evil!
- Unique 2D Pixel RPG runner game concept – pick up from where you died!
- Develop new strategies & builds – Want to be a Buff Knight or a Buff Mage?
- BUFF up your attributes!
- Collect over 20 ancient artifacts and BUFF your skills!
- Plenty of Items with multiple levels of upgrades!
- Awesome high score system – Are you the most buff Knight? Can you beat your friends?
- And of course a pretty Princess who needs to be saved by YOU from The Red Vile Dragon!

[Hall Of Fame – Buff Knight Legends] 
Story Mode Clearing Time Champion: Adam Davis, USA, 20 min & 53 seconds!
Story Mode Fewest Death Champion: Alberto Cerrone ,Italy, 2 deaths!
Story Mode Highest Kill Combo Champion: Leon Le Thanh, Germany, 80 kills!
Highest Critical Hit Champion: Jonathan Vautrin, France, 8521 damage!

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## Key features

- Retro pixel graphics and 8-bit sound
- Story mode and endless mode
- Two playable characters
- Sword and spell combat
- Artifact collection and upgrades
- Attribute and skill buffs

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads+Move Speed 3x | $0.99 | one-time |
| Candy Donation | $0.99 | one-time |
| Donation Coffee | $4.99 | one-time |
| Meal Donation | $9.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of Buff Knight!?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 👍 Simple and fun gameplay
- 🚀 Addictive and engaging
- 💎 Generous with in-game currency
- 🎨 Retro 8-bit aesthetic

**Cons**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes or bugs
- 🔄 Repetitive gameplay
- 🔋 Can drain battery quickly

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Armor not visually displayed on character
- Difficulty spikes after certain progress points

**Most requested features**

- Additional character classes or abilities
- More varied enemy types and environments
- Option to disable ads

## Recent user reviews (10 of 498)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/buff-knight-rpg-runner/id905138176/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Game far exceeded my expectations

*2025-09-30*

Just play it for an hour. That's gonna be turned into 2 hours...then you're gonna learn a little about the depth of this fine little gem!

### 5/5 — Actually Goated

*2024-03-11, version 1.3.5*

Still works on iOS 10!
Plz don't remove app support :D

### 5/5 — Здравствуйте

*2023-03-14*

Я решил посмотреть историю скачек и нашёл ее и вспомнил где-то 3 года моего детства…

### 5/5 — Great game

*2022-01-11, version 1.3.5*

Awesome game!!

### 5/5 — Послание Разработчикам

*2021-11-12*

Дорогие разработчики!
Игра получилась прикольной,(ну не без багов конечно же).Сделайте другие классы, типа лучника.
Но игра выдалась крутой, продолжайте в том же духе!

### 5/5 — Parabéns pelo jogo

*2021-05-04*

Esse jogo é muito divertido e ele funciona bem no meu iPad antigo. Baixei pelo iTunes e fui testar hoje é simplesmente amei.

### 5/5 — Niceeeeeeeeeeee

*2021-01-16, version 1.3.5*

Game đồ hoạ đơn giản nhưng chơi rất hay đánh giá 5 sao 👍🏻😄

### 5/5 — Please update the app

*2020-04-19*

I used. Love playing this app but now i cant play it because it hasnt been updated but i hope the developer updates it

### 5/5 — Игра

*2020-03-14*

Это была по настоящему отличная игра. Если Вы читаете комментарии , обновите версию игры. Я бы с удовольствием ещё не раз в неё поиграл.

### 5/5 — So gooooood

*2019-08-11, version 1.3.5*

Game hayyyyyyyy

## Frequently asked questions about Buff Knight!

### What is Buff Knight! - RPG Runner about?

Buff Knight! - RPG Runner is a 2D pixel RPG runner game where players control a knight on a constant journey. The objective is to slay invading monsters, collect ancient artifacts, and upgrade character attributes and items to save a captured princess from a dragon.

### What are the main features of Buff Knight! - RPG Runner?

The game features retro 8-bit pixel graphics and sound, two distinct gameplay modes (story and endless), two unique playable characters (Buff Knight and Buffy the Sorceress), simple controls, and a variety of items and artifacts to collect and upgrade.

### Is Buff Knight! - RPG Runner free to play?

This is a Lite version of the game that includes ads and limits the running speed. A premium version is available for purchase to experience the game at its fastest speed without ads. Data does not transfer between the free and paid versions.

### What platforms is Buff Knight! - RPG Runner available on?

Based on the description, the game is available on mobile devices, specifically mentioning iPhoneAppsReview.com and user reviews, indicating iOS compatibility. The mention of a premium version also suggests a mobile platform.

### What kind of gameplay can I expect from Buff Knight! - RPG Runner?

You can expect an addictive 2D pixel RPG runner experience. The gameplay involves constant movement, combat against monsters using swords or spells, strategic use of abilities, and progression through collecting artifacts and upgrading your character's stats and equipment.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.3.5 — 2015-04-29

- unlock artifact third slot in story mode
- add donation IAP

### 1.3.4 — 2015-04-12

- add remove ads in-app
- add reward type video ads

### 1.3.3 — 2014-12-17

add new character

### 1.3.2 — 2014-11-17

add languages

### 1.3.1 — 2014-11-12

app name bug fix

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All apps by Buff Studio Co.Ltd.: https://appshunter.io/developer/828994637

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