# JOUST. — play JOUST arcade now

> Classic 1980s arcade game recreation. (iPhone/iPad app by Matthew Reiner.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/joust/id1559452916 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Matthew Reiner](https://appshunter.io/developer/1797276471)
- Category: Games, Action, Strategy
- Price: $4.99
- Rating: 4.00/5 from 145 App Store ratings · 35 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 12.1 · 15 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2021-03-24
- Data updated: 2026-09-01
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/joust/id1559452916/reviews.md

## What is JOUST.?

play the original game of joust from the 1980s

## Key features

- Original Joust gameplay
- 1980s arcade experience
- Retro gaming
- Arcade classic

## Chart rankings

- #190 in Top Paid · Strategy (US App Store)

## Recent user reviews (10 of 35)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/joust/id1559452916/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Does not work

*2025-06-25, version 2.2*

iPad Pro 18.5 will not run, crashes on load screen.

### 1/5 — Not working

*2025-06-24*

Downloaded game multiple times and when opening the app it crashes

### 2/5 — Disappointing

*2025-04-07*

I’m pretty disappointed that this amazing game is clearly not being cared for, even though it costs money. The sound doesn’t work, the controls are janky, leaderboard and forum are broken, and it crashes randomly a lot. I still play it but that’s in spite of the bugginess

### 1/5 — Rip off

*2024-08-28*

Do not purchase.  This app does not run on IPhone.  And is not eligible for refund. Complete rip off and they took my five dollars.  Nothing but a scam!!!!

**Developer response:** Please reinstall your app it should work now. 
A technical issue is not a scam

### 1/5 — App not functional

*2024-08-25*

App doesn’t boot up past loading screen.

**Developer response:** Please reinstall the app. Issue has been fixed

### 1/5 — Doesn’t upload

*2024-08-24*

Game won’t even open beyond the “Loading…” screen before it auto closes itself. Have tried to delete the game and download and it still doesn’t open. Unfortunate purchase for a game I used to play on my old Atari 2600.

### 1/5 — Saddened

*2024-08-11, version 2.2*

Game would not load. Unable to access. Asked for immediate refund.

### 1/5 — Wow

*2024-08-09, version 2.2*

I just purchased it bout it never opened..

### 1/5 — Does not work on new ipad pro

*2024-08-01*

Just paid for a game that does not work. It crashes on load. If running new ipad pro (m4) stay away from this game.

**Developer response:** We are sorry this has happened to you. The issue has now been resolved. Please delete and redownload the app

### 3/5 — Passes time

*2024-07-10*

The graphics are relatively faithful to the game.  Basic functionality is there but there are some bits that don’t work correctly.  You cannot joust the teradactyl in the mouth to kill it.  It just always kills you.  You cannot bounce off the cliff, it just stops you.  If you touch the lave you cannot escape by flapping hard to get out, you just die.  The teradactyl occasionally hangs around on the next level. Especially level 5.  If you accept those, the game is fun to play.

## Frequently asked questions about JOUST.

### What is this app?

This app is a faithful recreation of the original Joust arcade game from the 1980s. It allows you to experience the classic gameplay and challenges of this iconic retro title on your mobile device.

### What are the key features?

The primary feature is the original Joust gameplay, offering the authentic 1980s arcade experience. It focuses on delivering the classic action and mechanics that made the original game so popular.

### Is this app free to play?

Yes, the app is completely free to play. There are no in-app purchases or advertisements, allowing for an uninterrupted retro gaming experience.

### What kind of games are similar to this?

This app falls into the classic arcade and retro gaming genres. Similar games would include other emulated arcade classics or modern interpretations of 1980s action titles.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.2 — 2023-01-24

- server fixes

### 2.1.0 — 2021-12-29

-bug fixes server side.
-Meet William.

### 2.0.0 — 2021-07-19

what's new:

- new forum section 
- you can now switch controls and turn the sound on and off
- now supporting any external Keyboard 
- fixed an issue where scrolling would jitter in the leaderboard section
- additional bug fixes

### 1.2.1 — 2021-04-17

-multiplayer now available
-additional bug fixes

### 1.1.2 — 2021-03-30

bug fixes and leader board improvements

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## More apps by Matthew Reiner

- [ASTEROIDS.](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/asteroids/id6444900868)
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All apps by Matthew Reiner: https://appshunter.io/developer/1797276471

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*Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-09-01.*