Punch Kick Duck+ in Apple Arcade

Fluid fighting action

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Our Site Score

87/100

Punch Kick Duck+ is a brilliant blend of rhythm mechanics and beat 'em up action, creating an experience that feels wholly unique on mobile platforms. The core rock-paper-scissors combat system is intuitive, but the genius lies in how the game demands you apply it at a blistering pace. Reading the silhouettes of incoming enemies and matching the correct input to the thumping soundtrack puts you in a fantastic state of flow. The animations are incredibly smooth, and landing a perfect rhythm combo feels exceptionally rewarding.

The game's presentation is top-notch, featuring a clean, cel-shaded art style and character designs that ooze personality. The progression loop is satisfying, allowing you to unlock various cosmetic changes and new animal fighters, ensuring that the repetitive nature of climbing the tower does not grow stale too quickly. It is a masterfully crafted arcade game that understands the strengths of mobile gaming, offering quick, intense bursts of fun that you can play with a single thumb.

Reviewed on: Sun Apr 12 2026
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Dinsun Review

Dinsun here. This game is surprisingly tough. It looks like a simple kids' game, but the combat requires genuine focus. The rock-paper-scissors system works well, and when you get into a rhythm, it feels great. I appreciate the variety of enemies, though the bears always seem to show up at the worst possible time.

It’s a bit light on content if you aren't the type to chase high scores or unlock every character variant, but for a few bucks or through Apple Arcade, it’s a solid distraction. The animations are smooth and the 'thwack' sounds are satisfying. It’s not a deep RPG, but it’s a well-made arcade fighter that respects your skill.

Overall Stats

Pros & Cons

  • Simple but deep combat
  • Polished animations
  • Fair difficulty curve
  • Can feel repetitive
  • Limited level variety
  • Some characters feel identical

Technical Report

Performance: Very smooth; no issues noted.

Accessibility:
  • Controller Support
  • Difficulty Settings

Audience Fit

Buy if: You like rhythmic combat and cute but deadly animals.

Skip if: You want a story-heavy experience or button mashers.

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  • One Finger Death Punch
  • Dan the Man

Reviewer Context

  • Reviewer: Dinsun, 40yo Male
  • Hardware: iPhone 15 Pro
  • Playtime: 4 hours
  • Status: Finished Hard Mode

The Game

Available on: Mac, Apple TV, iPhone, iPad, iPod

Version 1.14.1Wed Mar 05 2025

v1.14.1 Fix for a rare bug that could make one of the ferrets on level 9 immune to attacks.

v1.14 Changes:

- Six new player characters: Owl, Crocodile, Pink Cockatoo, Platypus, Red Panda, and Pineapple!

- 120 fps option for devices with ProMotion support. It's super smooth!

- Made some changes to how gamepads are detected. Switch Pro Controllers should now be detected and work properly.

- Added Polish, Thai and Vietnamese languages. Also fixed some errors in the French translation.

- Bugfixes, including fixing a problem that could stop one of the achievements from being awarded.

- Fixed some small text positioning issues.

Working on adding more content for future updates. Thanks for playing Punch Kick Duck+! :)

Ratings & Reviews

4.5 out of 5 with 213 Counts
Age Rating 9+

Game Overview

Punch Kick Duck+ is an innovative arcade action game that blends rhythm mechanics with classic beat 'em up brawling. You play as a tough-as-nails duck fighting through a seemingly endless tower of enemies. The combat revolves around three simple moves—Punch, Kick, and Duck—which act as a rock-paper-scissors system against enemy attacks. Timing your attacks to the beat of the slick soundtrack yields higher scores and faster progression. It is a stylish, highly polished title that is easy to learn but challenging to master.

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News on this game

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Gameplays

Relevance Youtube Videos

Punch Kick Duck+ Gameplay Level 1 To 3 Walkthrough (Apple Arcade - iOS) - YouTube
Punch Kick Duck+ - Fluid fighting action - Gameplay & Walkthrough on iPad Pro (Apple Arcade) - YouTube

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