# Duskward: Pixel Survivor — Hold back the endless night

> One-thumb survivor game with automatic weapons, upgrades, and permanent progression. (iPhone/iPad app by John Haas.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/duskward-pixel-survivor/id6817087899 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [John Haas](https://appshunter.io/developer/356064826)
- Category: Games, Entertainment, Action, Role Playing
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings
- Age rating: 12+
- Requires: iOS 15.0 · 25 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2026-10-21
- Data updated: 2026-10-26
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases

## What is Duskward?

Duskward is a one-thumb survivor game. Move through monster swarms while your weapons fire automatically. Each stage lasts eight minutes, followed by a boss fight.

Pick an upgrade every time you level up. Stack arcane bolts, spinning blades, chain lightning, fire flasks and more. Max out a weapon and pair it with the right charm to evolve it. Try a different combination on your next run.

Gold from every run buys permanent upgrades in the Armory, even when you fall. Unlock new heroes and work through five stages, from Whisperwood to The Hollow. Clear a stage to unlock its Nightmare mode.

IN THE GAME
• 5 stages, each with a miniboss and a final boss
• 9 heroes with different starting weapons and perks
• 9 weapons and 9 evolutions
• 11 passive charms and relics
• 12 permanent Armory upgrades
• 21 achievements and a seven-day reward calendar
• Pixel art and a chiptune soundtrack

Play in portrait with one hand. The game pauses when you leave the app. Runs work offline, and there is no account to create.

Duskward is free with ads and optional purchases. Watch an ad to revive, double your gold or get an extra reroll. Short ads may appear between runs. Remove Ads is a one-time purchase that removes those ads and grants ad rewards instantly, with the usual reward limits. Ads and purchases need an internet connection.

Questions or feedback? Email jake@jakehaas.com.

## Key features

- One-thumb controls
- Automatic weapon firing
- Weapon evolution system
- Permanent upgrade system
- Multiple heroes and stages
- Pixel art and chiptune soundtrack

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads | $3.99 | one-time |
| Starter Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| 120 Gems | $0.99 | one-time |
| 650 Gems | $4.99 | one-time |
| 1,400 Gems | $9.99 | one-time |
| 3,000 Gems | $19.99 | one-time |


## Is Duskward safe?

Not enough ratings yet to assess Duskward.

## Is Duskward legit?

Duskward: Pixel Survivor appears legitimate, with a few gaps. The AppsHunter Legitimacy Score for Duskward is 75 out of 100 points across 7 verification signals from App Store and developer data.


## Frequently asked questions about Duskward

### What is the gameplay like in Duskward?

Duskward is a one-thumb survivor game where your weapons fire automatically. You control movement through swarms of monsters, leveling up to choose upgrades and evolve your weapons for more powerful attacks.

### Can I play Duskward offline?

Yes, Duskward runs offline. The game pauses when you leave the app, and no account creation is necessary for offline play.

### How does the upgrade system work in Duskward?

You pick an upgrade each time you level up during a run, stacking various weapon effects and passive charms. Maxing out a weapon and pairing it with the right charm allows it to evolve into a more powerful form.

### What permanent progression is available in Duskward?

Gold earned from each run can be used to buy permanent upgrades in the Armory, even if you fail a run. This allows for continuous progression across multiple attempts.

### Does Duskward have ads?

Yes, Duskward contains advertisements. You can watch ads to revive, double gold, or get extra rerolls. Short ads may appear between runs.

### How can I remove ads in Duskward?

You can remove ads with a one-time purchase. This purchase also grants ad rewards instantly, though usual reward limits still apply.

### What is the age rating for Duskward?

Duskward is rated 12+ by the app store, indicating it is suitable for users aged 12 and older.

### How often is Duskward updated?

Duskward was last updated on October 21, 2026, with version 1.0.0. Further updates will be released by the developer, John Haas, to improve the game.

## Version history (last 1 release)

### 1.0.0 — 2026-10-21

No release notes.

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