Monkey Labour
Developed by Dawn of Play | Last updated: May 19, 2024
Monkey Labour is an entertainment game app, developed by Dawn of Play, available on iOS and Android since its release in December 2010. The updated version 1.2 is now available to download, compatible with iOS 5.1.1+ and Android 10+. Before downloading this app, let's quickly review what Monkey Labour has to offer.
About Monkey Labour
"Monkey Labour is a lovingly crafted riff on Nintendo’s Game & Watch handhelds, but with its own unique gameplay." -- toucharcade.com
Features:
* Hours of endless fun!
* Try pressing your finger on the LCD screen!
* Retro handheld device revival!
* Immersive attention to details!
* Compare your scores on Game Center!
* Unique set of achievements!
"Perfect recreation of a 1980s Game & Watch device. Great attention paid to authentic details. ... Dawn of Play remembers those early handheld games, and pays proper homage with Monkey Labour. ... Our thanks to Dawn of Play for the trip down memory lane, since Monkey Labour is clearly a labor of love."
- Slide to Play
Mobot the robot is expected to mindlessly labor at his job deep inside the bowels of a corporate production facility while his monkey boss vents frustration by throwing obstacles Mobot's way.
Help Mobot stick it back to the system while avoiding being replaced by a cheaper model in this deliciously retro 80s style electronic handheld game rehash.
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"Gamers who remember the Long Long Ago will get a kick out of today’s leading Fresh Game, Monkey Labour. ... For a casual game with some very old-school handheld ideas behind it, but with modern additions like achievements and online leaderboards, look no further."
- Appolicious
"... retro fun reborn ... The gameplay is simple but brilliant fun ... Monkey Labour may well be our favourite new iPhone game."
- electricpig.co.uk
"Dawn of Play’s first universal application entitled Monkey Labour will instantly bring you back to 80's and help educated new gamers to the enjoyment of gameplay simplicity. ... Monkey Labour features simple but addictive gameplay mechanics that any gamer will quickly get, however mastering the game will prove harder to master."
- appversity.com
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What's new in version 1.2
This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.
iOS 9!
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Download the Monkey Labour App
Monkey Labour has an IPA/APK download size of 38 MB on its latest version. Monkey Labour costs $1.99 to download. Ready to install? Ensure you have at least 46 MB of storage space available, then tap the button or scan the QR code below to start the download process!
Ranking History in App Store (U.S)
Changelog
Compatibility
- iPhone 15, 15 Plus, 15 Pro, 15 Pro Max
- iPhone 14, 14 Plus, 14 Pro, 14 Pro Max
- iPhone 13 Pro Max
- iPhone 12 Pro
- Old devices: iPhone X/SE/8/7/6
- iPad Pro
- iPad Mini
Review: Still Playing After All These Years
I bought this like ten years ago to play on my iPad 2, and I've played it on every device I've...
By 1000 Splinters
Review: The 80s are here to stay!
I like the game it would be cool if it was a real LCD handheld too!
By kEITH16
Review: Early 80s Handheld Magic
Ever played any of the old Game & Watch series? This is just like that. Fun, hectic, endless action just like...
By Vellosia
Review: Better than Gas Panic
It plays a lot like Gas Panic, my favorite G&W title, only better. Every element of it was well...
By thealexfish
Review: A great ape app
I love it when you can tell the makers really put a lot of effort into their game. A fun...
By Jason+shelly=jelly