# Dwarf Fortress Remote — The most complex world sim > Remote mobile client for Dwarf Fortress Fortress Mode management. (iPhone/iPad app by MIFKI PTY LTD.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dwarf-fortress-remote/id1003660287 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [MIFKI PTY LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/316521224) - Category: Games, Simulation, Strategy - Price: Free with in-app purchases (on sale, was $3.99) - Rating: 3.30/5 from 142 App Store ratings · 112 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 17+ - Requires: iOS 14.0 · 8 MB - Languages: American English - Released: 2016-01-14 - Data updated: 2026-08-23 - Monetization: free with in-app purchases - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dwarf-fortress-remote/id1003660287/reviews.md ## What is Dwarf Fortress Remote? Dwarf Fortress is a famous fantasy world simulation/management game from Bay 12 Games. This app allows you to play Fortress Mode remotely on your mobile device. Dwarf Fortress is an open-ended fantasy world simulation/management game from Bay 12 Games, which is in constant development since 2002. In Fortress mode, player indirectly controls a group of dwarves, attempting to construct a successful and wealthy fortress. The game features a highly detailed procedurally generated fantasy world with multiple civilizations and wildlife, realistic geology, weather effects. You will have dozens of different building and items to construct, hundreds of materials, advanced military system, agriculture, sieges and underground monsters, diplomacy and trading. ATTENTION: Internet connection is required to play. The original game with a plugin (both free) running at your home or on a cloud server will be required, visit mifki.com/df/setup for details. Alternatively, you can purchase a server subscription from within the app, in which case we will manage a server for you, visit mifki.com/df/subscription for details. Supported Dwarf Fortress version is 0.47.05. Visit bay12games.com/dwarves for full information about Dwarf Fortress. However, please report any issues with this application to mifki.com/df/support and NOT to the original game authors. ## Key features - Remote Fortress Mode control - Complex world simulation - Dwarf management - Fortress construction - Procedurally generated worlds - Detailed geology and weather ## Pricing and in-app purchases Base price: Free. **Subscriptions** | Subscription | Price | Period | | --- | --- | --- | | Server Subscription | $4.99 | per month | ## What do users think of Dwarf Fortress Remote? Overall sentiment: mixed **Pros** - 👍 Intuitive touch interface superior to PC controls - 💡 Innovative remote play solution for complex game - 🎮 Enables playing Dwarf Fortress on mobile devices - ⚙️ Works smoothly with home network setup - 🔧 Free option available with self-hosted server - 📱 Accessible UI improvements over vanilla game - 🎯 Well-designed for touch screen interaction - ⚡ Responsive and lag-free performance - 💰 Reasonable subscription pricing for hosted servers - 🛠️ Developer responsive to bug reports and issues **Cons** - 💳 Requires paid subscription or PC setup (confusing to users) - 🐛 Frequent server connection errors and failures - ⚠️ App abandoned/outdated for extended periods - 📦 Missing tilesets causing functionality issues - 🔌 Inconsistent server reliability - ❌ Limited feature parity with PC version - 🚫 Poor documentation of payment structure - 📞 Unresponsive developer support - 🔄 Not updated to latest game versions - ⚙️ Complex server setup deters casual users - 🎮 Fortress mode only, no adventure mode - 🗺️ No world map or custom embark locations - 🔊 No sound support **Commonly reported bugs** - Server subscription errors preventing gameplay - App crashes when opening squad command menus - Endless initialization loops on server subscription - Connection failures when connecting to home PC - Black screen on map load (tileset issue) - Password invalid errors during server setup - Permanent server lockout errors - World generation crashes mid-process - Inconsistent connection drops - Limited location search options during new game setup **Most requested features** - Adventure mode support - Custom embark location selection - DFHack plugin support (workflow, autolabor, digvein) - World map visualization - Sound effects - iPad keyboard support - Finger-drawing for mining designation - Select-all functionality for storage yards - Bedroom zone creation - Status and announcements quick access - Legends viewer - 3D graphics support - UI customization options - Donation option in app menu ## Recent user reviews (10 of 112) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dwarf-fortress-remote/id1003660287/reviews.md ### 5/5 — Thank you *2026-06-15, version 3.50* Thank you for giving me access to my favourite game I am very grateful. ### 5/5 — Super fun and Works in 2026 *2026-01-05* Let me start off by saying you do NOT need a subscription. The maker of the app has instructions on the website to explain how to set up the server to work on your computer and you could use the app to connect to your own computer. The subscription is only if you do not want to do that yourself. Once you’re connected to a service though it works great it saves your progress. Lets you do almost anything you want. The only place I see this app lacking is during the selection when you start a new game that gives you only limited options in the search for more locations feature doesn’t work for that. It wasn’t enough for me to do a star, but seeing a fix for that would be great ### 1/5 — Scam *2025-09-26, version 3.03* 4 dollars just to have to pay a subscription?! This game is a scam!!!! ### 5/5 — Awesome port *2025-09-11, version 3.03* Love the game, glad I came across someone willing to put in the work to port it to mobile. Paid subscription is great value for the price, but even the self setup isn’t too big of a headache. ### 1/5 — Server management error *2025-07-20, version 3.03* App appears to no longer work. No information provided on resolution. ### 1/5 — Not a mobile game *2025-07-19* This game is not worth the download better to play on pc. ### 5/5 — This thing is great! *2025-02-19* Listen, this app is amazing— I have been without a pc for many years, but now I can finally play DF on my iPad with very few issues. Speaking of issues— developer, how do I make a room into an office?? I don’t see offices in the zones screen??? ### 5/5 — Five Star App *2024-10-25* This is an incredible app. It really is a functional way to play DF on Mobile, and it is clearly a labor of love. Much like DF proper, the app will have a learning curve, but once you know where everything is, it allows you to do most everything you could do in the game normally. It does have a few oddities, but with such a huge game, and it being essentially free if you have a computer, any small gripes are not worth mentioning. This app has single-handedly allowed me to play more DF than I’d ever be able to otherwise, and that is worth some kudos in my book. Excellent work! ### 1/5 — Game broken / tilesets no longer included *2024-10-01, version 3.03* This used to be a great little app. Now it is broken because the tilesets needed to run the server side of the game are missing. What happened? Where is the dev? ### 1/5 — Doesn’t work *2024-09-26, version 3.03* Subscription server doesn’t work. No option to embark only set the settings and cancel. ## Frequently asked questions about Dwarf Fortress Remote ### What is Dwarf Fortress Remote? Dwarf Fortress Remote is a mobile application that allows you to play Dwarf Fortress's Fortress Mode remotely on your mobile device. It acts as a client to the original game, enabling you to manage your dwarf fortress and its inhabitants from anywhere with an internet connection. ### How do I set up Dwarf Fortress Remote? To use Dwarf Fortress Remote, you need the original Dwarf Fortress game and a server. You can either run the game and a plugin on your own home or cloud server, or you can purchase a server subscription directly through the app for a managed experience. Detailed setup instructions are available at mifki.com/df/setup. ### Is Dwarf Fortress Remote free to use? The application itself is free to download and use. However, it requires an internet connection and access to the original Dwarf Fortress game. You will need to either set up your own server for free or opt for a paid server subscription managed by the app's developers. ### What version of Dwarf Fortress is supported? This application currently supports Dwarf Fortress version 0.47.05. Ensure your installation of the original game is updated to this version to ensure compatibility and proper functionality with the remote play client. ### What are the main features of Dwarf Fortress Remote? The app allows for remote control of Fortress Mode, enabling you to manage your dwarves, construct buildings, manage resources, and interact with the procedurally generated world. Key features include indirect control of dwarves, detailed world simulation, and access to the game's complex systems like geology, weather, and combat. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 3.50 — 2026-03-26 Dwarf Fortress Remote is back! We may not support the latest DF version, but Dwarf Fortress 0.47.05 is still an epic game and DF Remote is still the best way to play it on the go! So we updated the app to support the latest devices and iOS versions, fixed a few issues, polished the look and dusted off our servers so that you can get back to mining, building and fighting those elves. Strike the Earth! ### 3.03 — 2023-04-06 This update fixes a few issues, including missing designation dimensions display and changes to shadow density setting not applied right away. We also added a small border around rough-hewn walls to help them stand out from the surrounding floor in certain situations. The border opacity can be adjusted in settings. Lastly, we made some fixes and improvements to the tileset. ### 3.02 — 2023-03-03 This update fixes a few bugs found in the last major release. Version 3.00 added support for Dwarf Fortress 0.47.05 and implements a bunch of game screens and features that were not available before. NOTE: The new application version does only support DF 0.47.05, unless you are using server subscription, you will need to manually download and install a new server package from mifki.com/df/setup and transfer your saves. ### 3.01 — 2023-02-27 This update fixes a few bugs found in the last major release, including inability to create guildhalls, inability to unpause a game when following a unit, and a crash when swiping on a server row in the server list. Version 3.00 added support for Dwarf Fortress 0.47.05 and implements a bunch of game screens and features that were not available before. NOTE: The new application version does only support DF 0.47.05, unless you are using server subscription, you will need to manually download and install a new server package from mifki.com/df/setup and transfer your saves. ### 3.00 — 2023-02-17 This update adds support for Dwarf Fortress 0.47.05 and implements a bunch of game screens and features that were not available before. NOTE: The new application version does only support DF 0.47.05, unless you are using server subscription, you will need to manually download and install a new server package from mifki.com/df/setup and transfer your saves. ## Apps similar to Dwarf Fortress Remote | App | Rating | Price | Category | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [My Colony](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/my-colony/id1123806108) | 3.9 (854) | Free | Games | | [Final Outpost: Definitive](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/final-outpost-definitive/id6740482160) | 4.5 (35) | $4.99 | Games | | [Amazing Cultivation Simulator](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/amazing-cultivation-simulator/id1596075354) | 4.3 (21) | $12.99 | Games | | [iNethack2](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/inethack2/id962114968) | 4.4 (137) | Free | Games | | [Star Command](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/star-command/id632079234) | 4.0 (905) | $2.99 | Games | | [My Colony 2](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/my-colony-2/id1586194338) | 3.6 (121) | Free | Games | ## More apps by MIFKI PTY LTD - [SoundGrid](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/soundgrid/id316521221) - [DFRCT](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dfrct/id1071944832) - [miRack](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mirack/id1468259834) - [Wikiwandrr](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wikiwandrr/id6761965456) All apps by MIFKI PTY LTD: https://appshunter.io/developer/316521224 ## Related topics [dwarf fortress](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/dwarf-fortress) · [dwarf fortress remote](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/dwarf-fortress-remote) · [rims world](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/rims-world) · [dwarf](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/dwarf) · [rimworld](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/rimworld) · [dwarves](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/dwarves) --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). 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