# Silversword — Classic Fantasy Roleplaying

> Classic fantasy role-playing game with deep character customization and vast world exploration. (iPhone/iPad app by Mario J. Gaida.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/silversword/id470888383 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Mario J. Gaida](https://appshunter.io/developer/355725696)
- Category: Games, Role Playing
- Price: $3.99 with in-app purchases (on sale, was $5.99)
- Rating: 4.80/5 from 263 App Store ratings · 176 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 12+
- Requires: iOS 12.0 · 186 MB
- Languages: French (France), German (Germany), American English
- Released: 2011-12-13
- Data updated: 2026-08-30
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/silversword/id470888383/reviews.md

## What is Silversword?

Forget Smaug, Voldemort or the White Walkers! The real bad guys are waiting for you in Silversword. Ready your sword and spells and prepare to face the evil. 

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The expansion "Rise Of The Dragons" is here! New maps, quests, creatures, items, skills and the mighty Dragoncaller class await you! Enjoy your stay in the Dragonlands! Hint: don't throw your rubies and diamonds away if you intend to enjoy the expansion.

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Gamepro Award 87/100 Points!
Over 100 hours of roleplaying fun!

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"I got goosebumps while reading through
the manual for the first time. iOS devs just
don't make games on this scale.
It's such a poetic app."

All the best,
Michael Lane
Senior Writer | FreeAppsArcade.com

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Silversword is a mobile fantasy role-playing game which will take you to the mysterious lands of Tarnak, a world far beyond reality. Gather a band of brave heroes and face the evil that is about to destroy mankind.
Silversword is a game in the style of The Bards Tale, Wizardry and Might & Magic - enjoy memories of old with new devices.

Main Features:
- None of the In App Purchases are needed to play through the game (I have to stress that again)
- 7 races to choose from, each with it's own special abilities
- 12 classes, each with it's own skills, virtues and flaws
- over 400 unique items
- 5 different magic runes to augment and enhance your items
- over 120 spells, songs and prayers
- over 220 unique monsters
- nearly 70 different maps with different styles (dungeon, overland, swamp, city etc.)
- guilds, shops, taverns, training halls, temples and many more interesting places to be
- integrated automap + quest log
- day / night cycle with different effects on your magic and the surroundings
- fast travelling services
- countless hours of interesting gameplay

You can follow us on twitter, too. @silverswordinfo is your channel to get the latest news, cheats, and hidden secrets.

Please note: The game has only limited VoiceOver functionality. Some screen elements (Minimap) can't be used by visually impaired people. If in doubt, don't buy. You have been warned.

DON'T LIKE IT?
No reason for giving a bad review. Your feedback is very welcome on our discord channel or via the support e-mail address. Most of the functions in the game were implemented because YOU wanted them :-) So feel free to spread your thoughts. You are a creator!

## Key features

- 7 races with unique abilities
- 12 classes with distinct skills
- Over 400 unique items
- 120+ spells, songs, and prayers
- 220+ unique monsters
- Nearly 70 different maps
- Integrated automap and quest log

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: $3.99.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Silversword Compendium | $2.99 | one-time |
| Bag of 10,000 Gold | $0.99 | one-time |
| Bag of 50,000 Gold | $1.99 | one-time |
| Bag of 100,000 Gold | $2.99 | one-time |
| Potion of Divine Restoration | $0.99 | one-time |
| Crystal of Safety | $0.99 | one-time |
| Rise Of The Dragons | $4.99 | one-time |
| Bag of 500,000 Gold | $4.99 | one-time |
| Parcel Service | $1.99 | one-time |
| Large Vault Expansion | $1.99 | one-time |
| Small Vault Expansion | $0.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of Silversword?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 🚀 Classic RPG experience
- 👍 Engaging gameplay
- 💎 Excellent value for money
- 🎮 Nostalgic throwback to Bard's Tale
- 🕹️ Challenging dungeon crawling
- 🎨 Charming retro graphics

**Cons**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes or bugs
- 🔍 Unclear game mechanics
- 🗺️ Confusing navigation at times
- 🕹️ Steep learning curve

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Shop crashes on some devices
- Inventory management issues

**Most requested features**

- Expanded character classes and races
- More detailed tutorials or guidance
- Improved map and navigation features
- Multiplayer or co-op functionality

## Recent user reviews (10 of 176)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/silversword/id470888383/reviews.md

### 5/5 — I wish there was more passionate old school rpg makers like this guy

*2026-07-18*

thankyou for this

**Developer response:** Thank you very much :-) kind regards, Mario

### 5/5 — Sehr liebevoll gestaltetes RPG!

*2026-07-12*

Ein schönes klassisches Rollenspiel, welches viele Stunden Spielspaß bietet.

**Developer response:** Vielen Dank! 😊

### 5/5 — Amazing RPG

*2026-01-04, version 2.9.5*

I love classic RPGs like dungeon master, bards tale, Grimrock.  This game was amazing.  Just finished the main game and the expansion today.  Entertained me for months.  Thank you for creating this game.  Much appreciated.

### 5/5 — Dungeon Crawler RPG

*2025-10-07, version 2.9.5*

A very fun, old school style, RPG. So far it’s a blast! Worth buying.

### 5/5 — Love it

*2025-07-14*

Any turn based jrpg/roguelike/dungeon crawler with retro graphics is a must buy for me. Couldn’t get it faster. Really well done only thing I wish the direction arrows didn’t cover information but that’s extremely petty and no big deal. I do wish I had more explanation and little guidance on classes and how it all works because every game is different. Buy it!

**Developer response:** Thank you very much! Drag and drop the arrows from the upper right to any place where you like, this might help. For more information visit the wiki or the discord. Regards, Mario.

### 1/5 — No go

*2025-06-23, version 2.9.3*

It’s only 3 bucks but grab a coffee instead .

### 5/5 — Endlich ohne Abstürze beim Kaufen

*2025-05-23*

Das Spiel ist altbacken, nun das bin ich auch. Bisher konnte man Zubehör mit absoluter Sicherheit nur mit Abstürzen des Spiels tätigen. Die Herausforderung, kurz vorher den Shop verlassen und Speichern. Dann ging’s von von vorne los.
Kaufen kann man mittels der beim Kämpfen erbeuteter Münzen zum Gegenstände die man selber verwendet oder verkauft, im Shop.
Schade nur das kein weiteres Level kommt. Sicher würde ich es Kaufen, denn Optionen gibts reichlich im Spiel. Das mache Dinge nur zu lösen waren wenn man Spiele noch vom PC her kennt ist schade, aber wozu gibts denn ne Suchmaschine.
Ach die Hilfe ist auch wieder sinnvoll verlinkt.

**Developer response:** Vielen Dank! Beste Grüße, Mario.

### 5/5 — Truly spectacular

*2025-05-14, version 2.9.3*

What is better than exploring a vast world with a party of adventurers including a minstrel playing magical songs?

### 5/5 — Classic Fantasy RPG Experience

*2025-04-21*

I love this game. As a fan of the first Bard’s Tale, I was hoping to rediscover that experience that was so engulfing when I was younger. Silversword did exactly that! I found the gameplay easy to handle. The graphics are cool and the dungeons are challenging. There is a fair amount of grinding (like every decent RPG) but not too excessive. Can’t recommend this one enough.
One last request: Mario - make more, please!! I’m pretty sure the “Dragons” expansion was leading to another challenge (see the Forgotten Isles map). Please make more content!!! Thanks.

**Developer response:** Thank you very much for your kind words 😀 best regards, Mario

### 5/5 — Absolutely love it

*2025-04-09, version 2.9.3*

The most entertaining game I’ve played on the iPad. It’s really similar to old Bard’s tale games and has a depth of play that I’ve never seen on an iOS game. The extra $3 for the compendium is well worth it to support the developer and encourage more games like this.

## Frequently asked questions about Silversword

### What kind of game is Silversword?

Silversword is a mobile fantasy role-playing game that immerses players in the mysterious lands of Tarnak. It offers a classic RPG experience with deep character customization, exploration, and combat against evil forces.

### What are the main features of Silversword?

Key features include a choice of 7 races and 12 classes, over 400 unique items, more than 120 spells, over 220 monsters, and nearly 70 different maps. It also boasts an integrated automap, quest log, and a day/night cycle.

### Does Silversword require in-app purchases to play?

No, none of the in-app purchases are necessary to play through the entire game. The core game and its content are fully accessible without any additional purchases.

### What platforms is Silversword compatible with?

Silversword is a mobile fantasy role-playing game. While not explicitly stated, it is designed for mobile devices. It's important to note that it has limited VoiceOver functionality, so visually impaired users may encounter difficulties.

### What is the 'Rise Of The Dragons' expansion?

The 'Rise Of The Dragons' is an expansion for Silversword that introduces new maps, quests, creatures, items, skills, and a new 'Dragoncaller' class. It offers additional content and challenges for players to enjoy in the Dragonlands.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.9.5 — 2025-06-25

- corrected some links in the compendium

### 2.9.4 — 2025-06-24

- refactored the shop view

### 2.9.3 — 2025-01-27

- display fix

### 2.9.2 — 2025-01-27

- fix support screen

### 2.9.1 — 2025-01-10

- update support mail and website URL.

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## More apps by Mario J. Gaida

- [Lootbox RPG](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lootbox-rpg/id1449364050)
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All apps by Mario J. Gaida: https://appshunter.io/developer/355725696

## Related topics

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