Pathbound: Running RPG

Pathbound: Running RPG

Real runs power your hero

90 ratings
37 reviews
Free
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Released
August 18, 2026
Updated
October 19, 2026

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This RPG uses your real-world runs to power your in-game hero. Explore a fantasy world, battle monsters, and collect loot by covering distance. It offers roguelite expeditions and a customizable camp.

✓Real runs power in-game stamina
✓Explore a fantasy world
✓Battle monsters and collect loot
✓Roguelite expeditions
✓Customizable camp
✓Syncs with Apple Health
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What's New in Pathbound

0.34.0

October 19, 2026

New • Sell or salvage several gear pieces at once. • Expeditions show the boss's trophy and legendary drop. • The Bestiary shows which status effects each monster can inflict. • Guild leaders can remove all inactive members at once. • Depth run summaries show the bonus XP you earned. Tweaks • Attacks land the instant you tap, chests pop open right away, and loot appears faster after a win. • Sorting your Bag by Type splits it into labeled sections. • Item details show the item type and where key items are used. • Claimed runs and walks show the stamina they earned. • Forge element swaps cost one essence. • Deeper depths pay a little more XP. Fixes • Fixed a crash when syncing alongside certain other workout types. • Every built Meadery now grants its listed max stamina. • Game sounds no longer play while the app is in the background. Plus dozens more tweaks and fixes, many of them ideas from our players. Thank you!

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User reviews

Game is great

I wish I could give this 5 stars but I can’t bring myself to do it. Everything it promises it delivers but 120-70 dollars a year that’s pretty expensive for a game made with an ungodly amount of help from AI. That’s the other thing I don’t have 70 bucks to spend on this but if I did I would not want to spend it on a game with loads of AI art. This is still a great game and I will use my free trial as long as I can and props to whoever made this you’ve succeeded. To anyone reading this just download it, it motivated me to run and is very fun you get a decent free trial time with no down payment or info needed and it’s very fun reminiscent of old RPG’s. This is a great game but for me not worth it but it might be worth it to a more serious runner or a person with higher fitness goals.
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Response from developer

Thank you so much for the kind words and for trying Pathbound! I wish you the best with your running and training. - Otang

Not worth at all.

Originally really excited about it until I saw how much they want to charge haha. Wouldn’t even pay their monthly price if it were for the full game

Response from developer

Thank you so much for trying Pathbound! I wish you the best with your running and training. - Otang

The Best Fitness RPG Available

This app has given me the motivation to be more consistent with my running than ever before.

The community is also amazing and the creator is constantly adding new content and features.

Response from developer

Thank you so much!! Really glad it's keeping your running consistent, and the community really is the best part. Safe training! - Otang

Motivation

I don’t know who came up with this idea but thank you! My husband and I only motivation for running every day (and I’m talking minimum of 3 miles every day) is this game, so thank you! Please don’t let this app die!

Response from developer

Thanks so much for sharing how you are enjoying the app. I appreciate you keep it up!! - Otang

Great game except for my sore legs

I got this to make my weekly run more fun. Now I’ve been running every single day. The game is surprisingly compelling and I find myself saying “screw it, I’m just going for a quick run,” so I can unlock the next thing. He took all the dark arts of addictiveness and unleashed it on exercise motivation. Honestly a brilliant idea. I almost just wish there was a weekly reward for taking a rest day, cause it’s a bummer not being able to play when I need my legs to recover!

Insanely motivating; highly recommended.
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Response from developer

Thank you so much for the thorough review!! I will consider adding a rest day reward :) - Otang

FAQ

How does Pathbound use my real runs?

Every mile you run in the real world becomes stamina for your hero in Pathbound. You can record runs directly in the app or sync finished workouts from Apple Health.

Can I use Pathbound offline?

The game requires an internet connection to sync your progress and engage with online features like leaderboards and guilds. However, recorded runs can be done offline and synced later.

What kind of gameplay mechanics does Pathbound offer?

Pathbound features roguelite expeditions where you choose your route node by node, battle monsters, trigger events, and decide when to retreat with your spoils. It also includes a camp to grow and daily/weekly quests.

Does Pathbound have ads?

No, Pathbound does not contain advertisements. The app is free to start with a subscription required to continue playing after the first week.

What are the subscription plans for Pathbound?

Pathbound offers a monthly subscription for $9.99 and an annual subscription for $69.99 to keep the adventure going after the initial free week.

Is Pathbound suitable for all fitness levels?

Yes, Pathbound is made for every runner. A twenty-minute jog is considered real progress, and consistency beats speed. The game never punishes a rest day, supporting users from couch-to-5K to marathon training.

What devices does Pathbound support?

Pathbound is supported on iPhone and iPod devices.

How often is Pathbound updated?

The latest version, 0.28.0, was released on August 27, 2026, indicating regular updates from the developer, Pyreal Software Inc.