# Dust and Salt: Battle for Murk — An RPG Text Adventure!

> Interactive text-based RPG adventure gamebook with branching story choices. (iPhone/iPad app by Prime Games EOOD.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dust-and-salt-battle-for-murk/id1420460647 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Prime Games EOOD](https://appshunter.io/developer/1173035723)
- Category: Games, Adventure, Role Playing
- Price: $3.99
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings
- Age rating: 9+
- Requires: iOS 12.0 · 143 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2018-08-08
- Data updated: 2026-06-24
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dust-and-salt-battle-for-murk/id1420460647/reviews.md

## What is Dust and Salt?

"Dust and Salt: The Battle for Murk Gamebook" is an interactive adventure and narrative - a gamebook (in the traditions of Choose Your Own Story and "Fighting Fantasy" series). It tells YOUR story in which you are the HERO!

From the creator of Dust and Salt comes the next tale from its world – The Battle for Murk – an interactive narrative set in a low-powered, gritty medieval world. 

The city of Murk is under siege by a cruel barbaric leader. On his night patrol, Corporal Mandrake from the City Watch stumbles upon a treacherous conspiracy that seeks to open the city gates for the usurper. Mandrake and his patrol partner have until dawn to uncover the truth and prevent the conspirators’ plan.

Explore temple dungeons, rowdy taverns, shady allies, and more. Obtain information from suspects or catch their lies by using your wits. Uncover the truth in a plot full of deception.

The game consists of a story text and a city map. On the map you can choose to travel to different locations while the story text builds around the constant choices you have to make. Enjoy the vivid writings of the author Sycamore Bright.

Features:

* A short game (about 1.5 hours) focused on a story.

* Although the plot is related to Dust and Salt, this can be played as a stand-alone game.

* For fans of Sorcery!, Fighting Fantasy and Choose Your Own Adventure.

* Story is king. Rich, non-linear story, reminiscent of D&D.

* Decisions matter. Your actions define and shape the world you experience.

* Memorable personalities. Engage with other characters and potential suspects in the city of Murk in well-written interactive dialogues.

* Art that brings the story to life. Zoom-in on the world map to enjoy the detailed artwork.

* Immersive soundtrack. Featuring the gorgeous Nordic music by acclaimed artist Mike Olsen, a.k.a. Danheim.

Story Flavor:

The first sunrays were crawling hesitantly on the serrated city walls. The dark shroud of night was slowly withdrawing. The catapults had been shooting all night. Murk had managed to ward off two assaults from Wayward’s troops – one at the main gate and one by water, near Icewind Quay. Only when the morning light scattered the darkness did we see the price we had paid to survive that night: new cracks and holes in the thick city wall, a destroyed defensive tower, more homes reduced to rubble, and new fires throughout the city. At least a few dozen dead bodies laid scattered in the ashes, debris, and dust.

At nightfall, Wayward’s war drums began their rumble once again. The catapults were still silent, but they would undoubtedly start singing their deathly song soon. For nine days, Wayward’s hordes had sieged Murk, and every night the city walls groaned under the volleys of stones and fire hurled at them.

## Key features

- Interactive narrative adventure
- Branching story choices
- Explore city locations and dungeons
- Engage in interactive dialogues
- Immersive soundtrack
- Detailed artwork


## Frequently asked questions about Dust and Salt

### What is Dust and Salt: Battle for Murk about?

Dust and Salt: Battle for Murk is an interactive text adventure where you play as Corporal Mandrake, uncovering a conspiracy to save the city of Murk from a barbaric leader. Your choices directly influence the unfolding story.

### How long is Dust and Salt: Battle for Murk?

This game is a short experience, focused on its story, and is estimated to take about 1.5 hours to complete.

### Can I play Dust and Salt: Battle for Murk offline?

The provided description does not specify offline play capabilities. However, as a narrative-driven gamebook, it is likely playable without an internet connection.

### What platforms is Dust and Salt: Battle for Murk available on?

Dust and Salt: Battle for Murk is available on iPhone, iPad, and iPod, indicating compatibility with iOS devices.

### What is the age rating for Dust and Salt: Battle for Murk?

The game has an age rating of 9+, making it suitable for younger players and above.

### How often is Dust and Salt: Battle for Murk updated?

The game was last updated on January 17, 2025, with version 1.0.11. This suggests a history of updates, though the frequency is not explicitly detailed.

### Does Dust and Salt: Battle for Murk have ads?

No, Dust and Salt: Battle for Murk does not contain advertisements. It is a paid application.

### What makes Dust and Salt: Battle for Murk unique?

Its unique appeal lies in its rich, non-linear story reminiscent of D&D, where player decisions significantly shape the world and outcomes, complemented by an immersive soundtrack and detailed artwork.

## Version history (last 4 releases)

### 1.0.11 — 2025-01-17

Remastered in Godot game engine.

### 1.0.10 — 2021-11-19

Optimised app for various iOS devices.

### 1.0.5 — 2018-08-14

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

Migrated Unity to latest stable release. 

Fixed couple of issues that emerged during the migration process.

Fixed a bug where you were unable to click on your hero while your hero is traveling.

### 1.0.4 — 2018-08-06

No release notes.

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