# Rusty Sword: Vanguard Island > Retro-inspired top-down adventure game with dungeon crawling and co-op. (iPhone/iPad app by PLOW DIGITAL, LLC.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rusty-sword-vanguard-island/id1621728501 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [PLOW DIGITAL, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1621728503) - Category: Games, Entertainment, Action, Adventure - Price: $0.99 - Rating: 4.50/5 from 8 App Store ratings · 3 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 12+ - Requires: iOS 11.0 · 90 MB - Languages: American English - Released: 2022-05-03 - Data updated: 2026-08-25 - Monetization: paid - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rusty-sword-vanguard-island/id1621728501/reviews.md ## What is Rusty Sword? Now includes a second island and dungeon, along with new enemies and equipment! The Rusty Sword: Vanguard Island is a short, top-down adventure game inspired by several 16-bit games you know and love. It features a small island overworld, a large non-linear dungeon, countless monsters to battle, classic art that takes you back through time, and a nostalgic soundtrack. In the game, you venture on a quest to find the hidden Vanguard Relic. Features: Non-linear adventure structure with multiple ways to get to most places. Simple, intuitive controls. Use the touch screen or connect a controller. *Display of touch controls can be hidden in the Settings menu in-game. Tons of secrets and Easter eggs. Designed around single-player, but even more fun with two-player co-op *You will need two connected/paired, compatible controllers to play co-op. Nostalgic graphics and music inspired by many 16-bit classics. Several display options, including widescreen and classic aspect ratios. Language support for English, Japanese, Korean, Spanish, French, Italian, German, Portuguese, Traditional Chinese, and Simplified Chinese. ## Key features - Non-linear adventure structure - Intuitive touch or controller support - Secrets and Easter eggs - Two-player co-op mode - Nostalgic 16-bit graphics and music - Multiple display options - Multilingual support ## Recent user reviews (3 of 3) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rusty-sword-vanguard-island/id1621728501/reviews.md ### 4/5 — 懐かしくなる感じ *2024-10-07* ゲームボーイのゼルダみたいなゲーム。ほぼストーリーのないかんじ。島のボス倒したらクリアって感じのステージです。各ステージはアイテム共有されません。なんか色々惜しい感じ。 ### 5/5 — One of my favorite games! :) *2023-11-27* I just bought this game on the switch last night, but I also noticed today that it’s also on the AppStore so I bought it again on here as well so I could play it on my phone too. Love this game! Nice graphics, cool character designs, catchy music, and awesome gameplay! Looking forward to more games by this developer! :) ### 1/5 — Bad *2022-05-05* Game would be fun but the controls are terrible. ## Frequently asked questions about Rusty Sword ### What is Rusty Sword: Vanguard Island? Rusty Sword: Vanguard Island is a top-down adventure game inspired by 16-bit classics. It features an island overworld, a non-linear dungeon, and a quest to find the Vanguard Relic. ### Does Rusty Sword: Vanguard Island support controllers? Yes, Rusty Sword: Vanguard Island supports controller input. You can also hide the on-screen touch controls in the in-game Settings menu. ### Can I play Rusty Sword: Vanguard Island with a friend? Yes, the game is designed for single-player but is even more fun with two-player co-op. You will need two connected, compatible controllers to play co-op. ### What platforms is Rusty Sword: Vanguard Island available on? Rusty Sword: Vanguard Island is available on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices. ### How much does Rusty Sword: Vanguard Island cost? Rusty Sword: Vanguard Island costs $0.99. ### When was Rusty Sword: Vanguard Island last updated? Rusty Sword: Vanguard Island was last updated on February 5, 2024, with version 2.0.1. ### What languages does Rusty Sword: Vanguard Island support? Rusty Sword: Vanguard Island supports English, Japanese, Korean, Spanish, French, Italian, German, Portuguese, Traditional Chinese, and Simplified Chinese. ### What is the age rating for Rusty Sword: Vanguard Island? Rusty Sword: Vanguard Island has an age rating of 12+. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 2.0.1 — 2024-02-05 Added language support for Portuguese, Traditional Chinese, and Simplified Chinese Small improvements ### 1.0.7 — 2023-07-10 - Second island with an all-new overworld, dungeon, and boss - Boomerang item - Magic Ring item - Magic Potion item - New enemies - Bombable doors now make a sound when hit with a sword - Quest/island selection menu - Simplified UI for inventory menu and save files - Extra detail for various pixel art - Small bug fixes and other improvements ### 1.0.6 — 2022-11-15 Language support has been added for Japanese, Korean, Spanish, French, Italian, and German. One time only, new and returning players will be asked to select a language after the Plow Games splash screen. Afterwards, language selection can be accessed from the game's main menu. ### 1.0.5 — 2022-10-18 Language support has been added for Japanese, Korean, Spanish, French, Italian, and German. One time only, new and returning players will be asked to select a language after the Plow Games splash screen. Afterwards, language selection can be accessed from the game's main menu. ### 1.0.4 — 2022-07-14 Fixed a bug when playing 2P Mode where players could accidentally interact with or grab an object being carried by another player, such as bombs and bushes. 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Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-08-25.*