# Ruff Survivor

> Casual merge puzzle defense game with zombie dogs and strategic combat. (iPhone/iPad app by treeplla Inc..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ruff-survivor/id6553988134 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [treeplla Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1573551896)
- Category: Games, Casual, Strategy
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.64/5 from 135 App Store ratings · 7 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 9+
- Requires: iOS 13.0 · 193 MB
- Languages: English, French, German, Japanese, Korean, Chinese, Spanish, Chinese
- Released: 2024-08-22
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ruff-survivor/id6553988134/reviews.md

## What is Ruff Survivor?

Game Description:

Welcome to Ruff Survival, the ultimate casual merge puzzle defense game set in a thrilling apocalyptic world. You play as a stoic bulldog, navigating through a landscape overrun by zombie dogs. Your mission is to survive by strategically managing your arsenal and defenses.

Features:

Instant Organization: Quickly organize your weapons in the heat of battle to fend off relentless zombie dog attacks.
Strategic Combat: Instantly choose the perfect weapon for each enemy encounter, making every decision critical.
Versatile Arsenal: Equip yourself with a wide range of weapons, from close-range to long-range, suitable for any combat scenario.
Real-Time Shuffle: Experience the excitement of managing your backpack amidst the chaos of battle.
Upgrades and Unlocks: Earn rewards to upgrade your gear and unlock powerful new tools to enhance your defenses.
Rich Customization: Fine-tune your loadout for endless strategic possibilities, ensuring each battle is unique.
Accessible Fun: Perfect for both hardcore gamers and casual players looking for a challenge.
Endless Challenges: Each fight puts your organizational skills and battle tactics to the test, providing endless replayability.
Master the Chaos: Prove your skill and adaptability to become the ultimate backpack warrior in this apocalyptic world.
Are you ready to face the zombie dog apocalypse and become the hero in Ruff Survival? Dive into the adventure and show your strategic prowess now!

## Key features

- Merge puzzle defense gameplay
- Strategic weapon organization
- Versatile arsenal and upgrades
- Real-time backpack management
- Rich loadout customization
- Endless replayability

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| No Ads Sail | $11.99 | one-time |
| Meteor Sail | $6.99 | one-time |
| No Ads | $21.99 | one-time |
| No Forced Ads | $4.99 | one-time |
| Hellhound Package | $9.99 | one-time |
| Supporter Package | $6.99 | one-time |
| Exclusive Equip Package | $1.99 | one-time |
| Starter Pack | $9.99 | one-time |
| Pro Pack | $29.99 | one-time |
| Golden Path | $9.99 | one-time |
| Gem x225 | $9.99 | one-time |
| GEM x100 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Gem x500 | $19.99 | one-time |
| Gem x800 | $29.99 | one-time |
| Gem x3000 | $99.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (7 of 7)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ruff-survivor/id6553988134/reviews.md

### 1/5 — FORCED ADS!!!

*2025-04-22*

This game forces ads in the middle of a level! No incentive to view ads, there just forced down your throat. Immediate uninstall upon seeing that. DO BETTER DEVS

### 5/5 — Doggy

*2025-03-17*

Lots of doggies made me really happy

### 2/5 — Ads Ads Ads

*2024-12-12*

I didn’t mind watching the slew of ads for extra rewards, but it quickly turned into ads for no reason.  Either watch an ad for a reward or be forced to watch an ad as a punishment.  After 3 games of this, I deleted the game.

### 5/5 — Silly

*2024-11-27*

Pretty silly game! Mikuo approved
:3

### 1/5 — Unskippable ADs

*2024-11-12*

Unskippable ADs

### 3/5 — Great game

*2024-09-18*

I would’ve given this game a 5 star but ads are too much and price to have them removed is way too high

### 2/5 — Started off fun

*2024-09-09*

I was playing this game and I have to say it was pretty addicting. There’s a bit of challenge, strategy, and grinding but it wasn’t overly aggressive with ads or anything. Ads were there for additional items or additional item slots or extra resources to power up Ruff, they were there to make things easier but wasn’t a requirement for fun. I would spend hours just watching something and playing was pretty relaxing.

After a recent update the difficulty suddenly spiked to the point it became extremely unfair and no longer fun. An ad when you start a round for a buff and after a few rounds (required). It wouldn’t be the worst part of the update except that it has gotten to the point where Ruff literally cannot survive wave 1 in almost any of the levels even with the ad buffs. I even went back to previous levels and he’s barely surviving at level 1.

I don’t know what happened or if the game increases difficulty based on how far you progress, but now I’m no longer having fun watching 2-3 ads to power up Ruff just to instantly get annihilated. Not worth playing at this point if the game is going to be this difficult. I don’t even think buying the “no ads” would even be worth it because Ruff just can’t survive on lower levels.

## Frequently asked questions about Ruff Survivor

### What is Ruff Survivor?

Ruff Survivor is a casual merge puzzle defense game set in an apocalyptic world. Players control a bulldog defending against zombie dogs by strategically organizing and upgrading their arsenal.

### What are the key features of Ruff Survivor?

Key features include instant weapon organization, strategic combat choices, a versatile arsenal with upgrades, real-time backpack management, and rich loadout customization for endless strategic possibilities.

### How does Ruff Survivor make money?

The game is free to play and offers in-app purchases, allowing players to enhance their experience or acquire items. It also includes advertisements.

### Who is Ruff Survivor for?

This game is designed for both hardcore gamers and casual players who enjoy a challenge. It appeals to those who like strategic defense, puzzle elements, and survival themes.

### What is the goal in Ruff Survivor?

The primary goal is to survive the zombie dog apocalypse by strategically managing your defenses and arsenal. Players aim to prove their skill and adaptability to become the ultimate backpack warrior.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.0.10 — 2024-09-14

The weapon acquisition location has changed.
Defensive-type zombies have mutated!
New weapon has been introduced.
Not quite a boss, but a powerful zombie has mutated!

### 1.0.9 — 2024-09-09

Balance has been updated.

### 1.0.8 — 2024-09-06

Fixed issue where the "Caps Lock x2" package was not restored after update.
Brought back zombies from Stage 55.
Fixed issue where Life Drain Card was not applying.

### 1.0.7 — 2024-09-05

- Added Exclusive Gear
- Added New Stage
- Improved Game Balance
- Bug Fixes

### 1.0.5 — 2024-08-27

"The bug has been fixed."
"You are given a chance to revive!"
"You can now see the boss's location!"

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