Absolum in IOS

The Original Rogue'em Up

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Our Site Score

96/100

Absolum is a masterclass in modernizing classic arcade beat 'em ups. Dotemu and Playdigious have created a combat system that feels delightfully crunchy, responsive, and deep, seamlessly incorporating roguelite progression into the brawl loop.

The visual design is stunning with lush hand-drawn animations, and Gareth Coker's musical score gives every fight an epic, cinematic scale. Combined with seamless two-player co-op, Absolum is a triumph for brawler fans.

Reviewed on: Tue Sep 22 2026
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Dinsun Review

It attempts an atmospheric dark fantasy combat loop similar to classic action RPGs. The visual style is grim and fitting, but virtual thumbsticks hamper precision dodge timing.

Overall Stats

Pros & Cons

  • Atmospheric dark fantasy art direction
  • Satisfying impact sensations on successful combo hits
  • Touchscreen controls struggle during heavy mob fights
  • Repetitive environment textures

Technical Report

Performance: Occasional frame stutters during crowded encounter areas.

Accessibility:
  • Graphic resolution toggles

Audience Fit

Buy if: You like gloomy atmospheric hack-and-slash games.

Skip if: You require flawless precision control without a gamepad.

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  • Pascal's Wager
  • Anima ARPG

Reviewer Context

  • Reviewer: Dinsun, 40-year-old critical gamer
  • Hardware: iPhone 13 Pro
  • Playtime: 4 hours
  • Status: Defeated Chapter 2 Boss

The Game

Available on: iPhone, iPad

Version 1.0Wed Sep 23 2026



Requires iOS 16.0 or later. Compatible with iPhone XS, iPhone XS Max, iPhone XR, iPhone 11, iPhone 11 Pro, iPhone 11 Pro Max, iPhone SE (2nd generation), iPhone 12 mini, iPhone 12, iPhone 12 Pro, iPhone 12 Pro Max, iPhone 13 Pro, iPhone 13 Pro Max, iPhone 13 mini, iPhone 13, iPhone SE (3rd generation), iPhone 14, iPhone 14 Plus, iPhone 14 Pro, iPhone 14 Pro Max, iPhone 15, iPhone 15 Plus, iPhone 15 Pro, iPhone 15 Pro Max, iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus, iPhone 16 Pro, iPhone 16 Pro Max, iPhone 16e, iPhone 17 Pro, iPhone 17 Pro Max, iPhone 17, iPhone Air, iPhone 17e, iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone 18 Pro Max, iPhone Duo, iPad Pro (11‑inch), iPad Pro (11‑inch) Wi‑Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro (12.9‑inch) (3rd generation), iPad Pro (12.9‑inch) (3rd generation) Wi‑Fi + Cellular, iPad mini (5th generation), iPad mini (5th generation) Wi‑Fi + Cellular, iPad Air (3rd generation), iPad Air (3rd generation) Wi‑Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro (11‑inch) (2nd generation), iPad Pro (11‑inch) (2nd generation) Wi‑Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro (12.9‑inch) (4th generation), iPad Pro (12.9‑inch) (4th generation) Wi‑Fi + Cellular, iPad Air (4th generation), iPad Air (4th generation) Wi‑Fi + Cellular, iPad (8th generation), iPad (8th generation) Wi‑Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro (11-inch) (3rd generation), iPad Pro (11-inch) (3rd generation) Wi‑Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro (12.9-inch) (5th generation), iPad Pro (12.9-inch) (5th generation) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad mini (6th generation), iPad mini (6th generation) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad (9th generation), iPad (9th generation) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Air (5th generation), iPad Air (5th generation) Wi‑Fi + Cellular, iPad (10th generation), iPad (10th generation) Wi‑Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro (11‑inch) (4th generation), iPad Pro (11‑inch) (4th generation) Wi‑Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro (12.9‑inch) (6th generation), iPad Pro (12.9‑inch) (6th generation) Wi‑Fi + Cellular, iPad Air 11-inch (M2), iPad Air 11-inch (M2) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Air 13-inch (M2), iPad Air 13-inch (M2) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro 11-inch (M4), iPad Pro 11-inch (M4) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro 13-inch (M4), iPad Pro 13-inch (M4) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad mini (A17 Pro), iPad mini (A17 Pro) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad (A16), iPad (A16) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Air 11-inch (M3), iPad Air 11-inch (M3) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Air 13-inch (M3), iPad Air 13-inch (M3) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro 11-inch (M5), iPad Pro 11-inch (M5) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro 13-inch (M5), iPad Pro 13-inch (M5) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Air 11-inch (M4), iPad Air 11-inch (M4) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Air 13-inch (M4), and iPad Air 13-inch (M4) Wi-Fi + Cellular.

A magical cataclysm left magic mistrusted by the common folk and Sun King Azra took advantage of this panic, enslaving wizards through his Crimson Order and conquering more and more lands. With the help of high enchantress Uchawi, a small group of rebels rises from the shadows.

Fight as the outcast heroes of Talamh in a fierce battle to retake magic from Sun King Azra’s grasp in Absolum, an original roguelite beat ‘em up by Dotemu.

FEATURES

​Join the rebellion! With the help of the high enchantress Uchawi, wield forbidden magic to free the lands of Talamh from the iron grip of Sun King Azra.

Four heroes, each with their own fighting style: start playing as the calm but deadly Galandra or as Karl, the last free dwarf of Talamh, and discover the prodigious Brome and the enigmatic Cider as they join your journey.

Craft new strategies and get more powerful every run to defeat Azra’s elite guard through a gameplay that blends the best of arcade beat’em up action with modern roguelite mechanics.

From the majestic mines of Grandery to the lush forests of Jaroba, delve into an original fantasy world that comes alive through gorgeous art, masterful animation and a magnificent soundtrack by composer Gareth Coker (Ori, Halo Infinite, Prince of Persia), featuring collaborations with other legendary composers.

​Lead the uprising against Azra's regime as a lone hero, or team up with an ally through the two-player online coop mode. Combine your elemental powers and synchronize your attacks into incredible chained combos!

CAREFULLY REDESIGNED FOR MOBILE

- Revamped interface – exclusive mobile UI with complete touch control

- Game Center achievements

- Cloud Save – Share your progress between iOS devices

- Compatible with MFi controllers

- iPhone 17 Optimization (including Pro Max)


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Ratings & Reviews

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Age Rating 13+

Screenshots

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Absolum is an original roguelite beat 'em up published by Playdigious and Dotemu. Set in the fantasy realm of Talamh, players join a rebel movement led by High Enchantress Uchawi to free magic users from the despotic Sun King Azra. Featuring four distinct playable heroes with unique combat styles, incredible hand-crafted animations, elemental combo chains, online two-player co-op, and an orchestral soundtrack composed by Gareth Coker, Absolum merges retro arcade brawling with modern roguelite depth.

Features

1

Handcrafted arcade beat 'em up combat infused with roguelite mechanics

2

4 distinct playable heroes with specialized combat styles and elemental abilities

3

Two-player online cooperative multiplayer mode

4

Epic original soundtrack composed by Gareth Coker (Ori, Halo Infinite)

5

Gorgeous hand-drawn dark fantasy visual art style

Tips

Recommended Links

Absolum App Store

Official page.

Store

News on this game

Absolum - Official Nintendo Switch 2 Launch Trailer  IGN India

IGN India - Thu Sep 17 2026

Absolum launches today on Nintendo Switch 2  COSMOCOVER

COSMOCOVER - Thu Sep 17 2026

Roguelike Action 'Absolum' Nintendo Switch 2 Edition Released  Inven Global

Inven Global - Thu Sep 17 2026

"Hades meets Streets of Rage 4": Hit Roguelite Absolum to be Released on Android and iOS  ixbt.games

ixbt.games - Mon Sep 14 2026

Absolum, one of the best beat 'em up games in recent memory, is coming to mobile  Gamereactor UK

Gamereactor UK - Wed Sep 09 2026

Absolum coming to iOS, Android on November 5  Gematsu

Gematsu - Tue Sep 08 2026

Blasterbug: Last Bug Standing is Dotemu’s explosive gift to gamers  Gaming Age

Gaming Age - Mon Aug 31 2026

Absolum Balance Patch Brings Companion Respawning, Quick Restart, Upgraded Campfire Craft Ability & More  PlayStation Universe

PlayStation Universe - Fri Aug 07 2026

Supamonks' Absolum Team Has Been Retained To Keep Working On The Game, IP, And Animated Series  OpenCritic

OpenCritic - Fri Jul 03 2026

Following being put into judicial liquidation, Supamonks' Absolum team has been assigned to another organisation  Gamereactor UK

Gamereactor UK - Fri Jul 03 2026

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Q&A

Yes, Absolum supports two-player online cooperative gameplay.

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