Poinpy returns to iOS and Android as a free mobile game

Poinpy has returned to mobile devices after disappearing from app stores for more than a year, giving players another chance to experience the acclaimed platform game. The title is now available on both iOS and Android as a free download, with no advertisements, microtransactions or subscription requirements.

Originally launched in 2022, Poinpy was released exclusively through Netflix Games, meaning only Netflix subscribers could access it. The game was removed from the service in June 2025, leaving fans unable to download or play it. At the time, publisher Devolver Digital said it hoped to bring the game to other platforms in the future, and that promise has now been fulfilled.

Poinpy returns with a new free-to-play release

The new standalone release removes the need for a Netflix subscription, making the game accessible to a much wider audience. Players can now download Poinpy directly from the Apple App Store and Google Play Store without paying for the game or encountering in-app purchases or advertising.

Although the game is free, it includes an optional feature that allows players to leave a voluntary tip for its creator, Ojiro Fumoto. This approach enables fans to support the developer while keeping the core experience available at no cost.

The return marks an important moment for the title, particularly for players who were disappointed when it disappeared from Netflix Games. Since its removal, the game had been difficult to access, despite receiving praise from critics and players during its original release.

Devolver Digital had previously expressed its intention to make the game available elsewhere after its removal from Netflix’s catalogue. The latest launch delivers on that goal and introduces the title to a broader mobile audience.

A colourful platform adventure with roguelite elements

Poinpy was created by Ojiro Fumoto, the developer behind the critically acclaimed action game Downwell. While Downwell focused on descending through dangerous levels, Poinpy takes the opposite approach by challenging players to climb upwards through colourful, procedurally generated environments.

The game revolves around collecting different types of fruit while avoiding hazards and managing a limited number of jumps. Each stage requires players to gather specific fruits to create juice for a giant creature that constantly follows them during their ascent.

Jump management plays a central role in the gameplay. Players can restore their jumping ability by bouncing on enemies and smashing pots scattered throughout each level. Careful movement and timing become increasingly important as the pace quickens and the environments become more challenging.

Alongside its platforming mechanics, Poinpy also incorporates roguelite features. Players gradually unlock permanent upgrades that remain available across future attempts, while temporary power-ups can improve each run. Successfully feeding the creature enough fruit eventually unlocks an ending and a post-credits sequence that explains the story behind the unusual journey.

Critical praise and renewed accessibility

Since its original release, Poinpy has attracted widespread praise for its gameplay, visual style and presentation. Its colourful artwork, created by illustrator Error403, has been recognised for giving the game a distinctive identity. At the same time, composer Calum Bowen’s soundtrack complements its fast-paced action with an energetic musical score.

Reviewers have frequently highlighted the game’s responsive controls and inventive mechanics, describing it as one of the standout mobile platformers of recent years. Its blend of accessibility, challenge and rewarding progression has helped it earn a loyal following despite its previous platform limitations.

The new release is expected to introduce the game to players who were previously unable to access it because of the Netflix subscription requirement. By removing both the subscription barrier and common free-to-play monetisation features, the latest version offers an experience that is increasingly uncommon in the mobile gaming market.

For returning players, the game’s reappearance provides an opportunity to revisit a title that many considered one of the strongest mobile releases of 2022. For newcomers, it offers a chance to experience an acclaimed platform adventure that combines polished gameplay with colourful presentation, all without any financial commitment beyond an optional tip for the developer.