# Rusty Pup — A fiendishly dark adventure.

> A fiendishly dark adventure game about a lost dog finding its way home. (iPhone/iPad app by Gory Detail Limited.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rusty-pup/id657723093 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Gory Detail Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/513650348)
- Category: Games, Adventure, Puzzle
- Price: $0.99
- Rating: 4.50/5 from 42 App Store ratings · 31 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 11.0 · 967 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2019-04-04
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rusty-pup/id657723093/reviews.md

## What is Rusty Pup?

The Unlikely Legend of Rusty Pup - A fiendishly dark adventure.

"There’s a subtlety and complexity at work here that’s not often encountered in games of any sort, let alone on mobile. Score: 9/10" - Metro

"Sometimes a game comes along that makes you rethink what's possible on your phone." - Pocket Gamer

"Seemingly ripped from the mind of Tim Burton. It’s cutesy but in a homicidal kind of way." - Review Fix

"Patience is needed to crack the heart of Rusty Pup, but we suspect it could end up joining the likes of Psychonauts and Conker’s Bad Fur Day as a cult classic." - Jump Dash Roll

Beware, this is a hard game, you'll need to use your brain and you will die!

From the original creator of Conker's Bad Fur Day comes a delicately told tale of a dog that thinks it's a toy or is it a toy that thinks it's a dog?

Lost and alone in a richly detailed world, you must help lead our sad pooch back home again......Just in time for tea.  Designed to test every ounce of your mettle. 20-30hrs average time to complete!

Not for the faint-hearted, explore this dark and dingy labyrinth. Avoid its pitfalls, exploit its treasure, relish its marvels and so save those souls from a fate worse than death. 

Over 30 unique mechanics - Light the way, drop in shadow, lay a scent, break his fall, grab a friend, fill that belly, make a bridge, set the fuse, plant a bomb, trap the monster, be his eyes and his heart, feed him up, wind that clock.

Afraid of the dark, afraid of the depths, afraid even of his own shadow, Rusty needs his master. Resources abound, find them fast and forge new paths... Keep him on track but don't dawdle too much, lest time catches up.

And yet, this little pup has a mind of his own, so keep one eye on your friend but stay mindful of the daunting tasks that lay hidden ahead of him. 

Push him or cajole, trap him or avoid, awake or in slumber, Rusty will usually do as he is done by. Usually!

## Key features

- Challenging dark adventure
- Over 30 unique mechanics
- Richly detailed world
- Puzzle-solving gameplay
- Story-driven narrative
- Cult classic potential

## Recent user reviews (10 of 31)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rusty-pup/id657723093/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Clever and Gorgeous - Truly Unique!

*2022-02-17*

Rusty Pup is a puzzle game unlike any other with a bizarre sensibility (in the very best way possible). It’s tough but fair and rewarding. I love the dog.

### 3/5 — Amazing game

*2021-06-07*

This game is amazing however still haven’t worked out how to play or control anything. After about an out on the internet trying to find out how to play this game and nothing. After I’m done writing this review I’m going to go back and keep researching how to play this and control the dog. It’s a really good game just impossible to play or work out how to play.

### 1/5 — Not at all what I expected

*2020-05-12*

After reading the description, I thought this game was going to be completely different. I love the graphics but not at all my type of game. Can I get a refund on this one?

**Developer response:** Sorry, you didn't like the game. It is possible to ask Apple for a refund without leaving a 1-star review, we hope you will reconsider.

### 5/5 — Rusty Pup is Great!

*2020-04-03*

I love it, now where’s Conker’s Other Bad Fur Day? I will pledge $1,000 for its development.

### 5/5 — iPhone 8

*2019-06-25*

Come on everyone, let’s play rusty pup....from the art work to the gameplay, a beautiful try shouldn’t give up!!! So let’s all give this more ratings and support for the effort that’s been made.....and this effort has been made, its a work of A grade!!

### 5/5 — No in app purchases

*2019-06-05*

No in app purchases is an automatic buy from me. In addition the game has great gameplay and graphics, a great full experience to be had, Bravo !!

### 5/5 — Superb game a must buy

*2019-05-01*

Thoroughly enjoyed this game, the gore, the darkness, the detail. This is what you call a puzzle game. Well deserved 5 stars.

### 5/5 — Easily one of the best games on iOS

*2019-04-28*

This game pushes what a game can do on iOS with its amazing graphics and hours of content. This is definitely a slow burn puzzle that requires strategy and some patience- but man, does it payoff.

I’ve never been more satisfied completing puzzles in a game.

Clearly going to be the biggest underrated game of the year.

### 2/5 — Rusty Pup

*2019-04-25*

Boring after about ten minutes. Definitely over priced.

**Developer response:** Hi, Sorry it's not your sort of game. We have about 20-30 hrs game in there for an average player. The first 10 minutes is perhaps 3 mechanics learned, more like training.

We hope you can give it a bit longer, there is a lot more coming and it is a rewarding puzzler with a lot of depth. We hope the price reflects the size of the game and the work that has gone in.

### 4/5 — Good but Frustrating

*2019-04-19, version 1.0.3*

The game is novel and interesting however it is frustrating whenever you die and restart due to the time it takes to get playing again. I would consider a quick start option and/or an ability to switch of the repetitive rhyming scripts when you die. In a similar vain you need to included a fast forward time or quit option for whenever you get stuck. Often Rusty is stuck somewhere and there’s nothing you can do but have to wait until the clock counts down until you can restart again.

## Frequently asked questions about Rusty Pup

### What kind of game is Rusty Pup?

Rusty Pup is a fiendishly dark adventure game that focuses on puzzle-solving and exploration. It's designed to be a challenging experience that requires players to use their brains to progress through a richly detailed world.

### What are the key features of Rusty Pup?

The game boasts over 30 unique mechanics, a compelling story about a lost dog, and a dark, atmospheric world. Players will need to utilize various actions like lighting the way, dropping in shadow, and setting traps to guide the protagonist home.

### How much does Rusty Pup cost?

Based on the provided information, Rusty Pup is a paid application. There are no mentions of in-app purchases or advertisements, indicating a one-time purchase model.

### What platforms is Rusty Pup available on?

The description specifically mentions 'mobile' and reviews from mobile gaming sites, suggesting it is available on mobile platforms like iOS and Android. Further details on specific operating system compatibility would be needed.

### Who is Rusty Pup for?

This game is intended for players who appreciate a challenging experience and a unique, dark narrative. It's not for the faint-hearted and requires patience and strategic thinking to overcome its many pitfalls.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.1.5 — 2020-05-13

Fixed a typo

### 1.14 — 2020-05-13

Newer iPads & iPhones support hi-res textures.
Some little cosmetic changes.
Audio tweaks.
Improved the tilt effect.

### 1.1.3 — 2020-01-23

* All Shaders Optimised for extra speed.
* Map now highlights last level played.
* Frontend now better reflects the current level style.
* Speed improvements across all devices.
* Left menu pops out when collecting appropriate crates.

### 1.1.2 — 2020-01-05

* Light Pulses are brighter to help guide your way.
* Various bug fixes and speed-ups.

### 1.1.1 — 2019-09-18

Ability to access the GameCenter from the frontend.
Tweaks and fixes.

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