# Ribbit Run

> 2D platformer game featuring a frog with a grappling tongue mechanic. (iPhone/iPad app by Thatcher William Healy.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ribbit-run/id6503719972 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Thatcher William Healy](https://appshunter.io/developer/1750112282)
- Category: Games, Action
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.60/5 from 30 App Store ratings · 14 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.0 · 282 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2024-06-04
- Data updated: 2026-09-05
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ribbit-run/id6503719972/reviews.md

## What is Ribbit Run?

Ribbit Run is a 2d platformer where you play as a frog with the ability to use its tongue as a grappling hook. You must amphibiously navigate the swamp and its three distinct biomes, each with their own set of prey to catch, and predators to avoid. As you dive deeper into the swamp you’ll unlock 5 different frog species and discover their unique abilities!

## Key features

- Tongue grappling hook mechanic
- Three distinct swamp biomes
- Catch prey and avoid predators
- Unlock 5 unique frog species
- Discover special frog abilities

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Ad-Free Continues | $2.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (10 of 14)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ribbit-run/id6503719972/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Great Game

*2026-07-23*

Fun low-key game that you can still become skillful at

### 5/5 — Music is Fire

*2025-08-29*

Literally open this game just to hear the music sometimes

### 5/5 — The Greatest of All Time

*2025-04-24*

This game is the most exhilarating thing I have ever done in my life. The dangerous enemies such as the piranha and the gar cause a massive rush. Not to mention the swooping hawk and swarming salmon. This game really is the epitome of human evolution. Please make me my own frog. 17.4/17.4

### 5/5 — Super fun and cute game

*2025-04-01*

You play as a frog and you can unlock other characters. It’s quite fun and mindless entertainment to recharge your battery after a day of being plugged in and paying attention.

### 5/5 — The best game I ever played

*2025-03-04*

The game is simple and very creative and fun.the best frog game I ever played.

Good job making that game !

### 1/5 — Game is almost impossible to complete

*2025-01-02*

After score 2000 an enemy spawns every five seconds which auto lock onto you often times doubling up actions often cancel each other out and become impossible to avoid

### 5/5 — Wow

*2024-12-06*

I was looking for games to play on my phone and found this. It’s better than expected and really fun

### 1/5 — Difficult controls

*2024-11-11*

So frustrating making my fingers cramp up, uninstalled.

### 5/5 — HELP

*2024-09-07*

Please release my family from your basement so that they can play this fire game 🔥🔥🔥

### 5/5 — IMMACULATE

*2024-08-18*

THE BEST GAME TO EVER EXIST. IT CURED MY DEPRESSION AND MADE ME GO INTO A NEVER ENDING HUNGER TO BECOME A FROG. I WILL NOT SLEEP UNTILL 1,000,000 POINTS. I HAVE NOT SLEPT IN 7 DAYS.

## Frequently asked questions about Ribbit Run

### What is Ribbit Run gameplay like?

Ribbit Run is a 2D platformer where you control a frog. Its primary mechanic involves using the frog's tongue as a grappling hook to traverse the environment, catch prey, and avoid dangers across three distinct biomes.

### Can I play Ribbit Run offline?

The provided data does not specify if Ribbit Run supports offline play. However, many free-to-play games with ads may require an internet connection for ad delivery.

### How many frog species are in Ribbit Run?

Ribbit Run allows players to unlock and play as 5 different frog species. Each species possesses its own unique abilities that can be discovered as you progress deeper into the swamp.

### What platforms is Ribbit Run available on?

Ribbit Run is available on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices. It is designed for iOS users.

### Is Ribbit Run suitable for children?

Ribbit Run has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for young players. The game's content is designed to be appropriate for this age group.

### How often is Ribbit Run updated?

Ribbit Run was last updated on July 29, 2024, with version 1.1. This indicates a recent update, suggesting ongoing development and support from the developer.

### What is the user rating for Ribbit Run?

Ribbit Run has a strong user rating of 4.5 stars, based on 26 ratings. This suggests a generally positive reception from its player base.

### Does Ribbit Run have in-app purchases?

Yes, Ribbit Run is free to download and play but includes in-app purchases. The specific nature of these purchases is not detailed in the provided information.

## Version history (last 4 releases)

### 1.2.1 — 2026-07-30

- Corrected the displayed number for the poison dart frog unlock requirement.
- Made it more clear when your scores are not being displayed publicly on the leaderboard.
- Fixed performance issues experienced when reaching far distances from the world origin.
- Changed continues to respawn you where you died, instead of where you are currently at
- Fixed visual bug where Play button would stay highlighted after toggling hard mode.

### 1.2 — 2026-07-22

- Added a global leaderboard.
- Added new controls options to customize how you play the game.
- Added the ability to make a one-time purchase to remove ads, allowing you to continue once per run without needing to watch an ad.
- Reworked the gameplay feel of grappling to be more satisfying and forgiving.
- Adjusted camera controls, giving you a better view when aiming and moving at high speeds.
- Reworked points, adding a score multiplier for eating prey in quick succession.
- Removed oxygen and moisture meters
- Added passive wave ripple effects to the water that are stronger in the jungle biome.
- Each species of frog now has a favorite food! Pond frog likes flies, tree frog is partial to dragonflies, froglet enjoys easily digestible water beetles, slugs, and snails, bullfrog loves eating fish and large prey, and poison dart frog is a huge fan of spiders.
- Sound will now play regardless of if your ringer is on or not
- You can now grapple to prey below the water
- Changed the unlock criteria for tree frog and poison dart frog
- Reworked cattails to give a speed boost when collided with at high speeds, regardless of if you are grappling to it or not.
- Increased the amount of flies and dragonflies that spawn in cypress swamps to make it easier to get out of difficult spots.
- Frogs will occasionally open their mouths to eat flies while airborne.
- Water striders are now affected by waves under their feet.
- Added the ability to delete your data.
- Outlined certain text to make it easier to read.
- Fixed various sizing issues for players on larger screens.

### 1.1 — 2024-07-29

Major bug fixes!!

### 1.0 — 2024-06-04

No release notes.

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All apps by Thatcher William Healy: https://appshunter.io/developer/1750112282

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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 2026-09-05.*