Joust
Flap your mount, joust the riders from above, and grab the eggs.
How to play Joust
You ride a flapping mount. Tap, click, or press Space to flap upward against gravity, and steer with ←/→ as you glide over the floating platforms. When you meet an enemy rider, the one who is higher wins the joust — charge in from above to knock them out, but get caught below and you lose a life. A beaten rider drops an egg; scoop it up before it wobbles and hatches into a fresh enemy. Clear the whole wave to move on. You start with three lives.
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Joust — frequently asked questions
How do I beat an enemy rider?
Collide with them while your mount is higher than theirs — your lance wins. If they are higher when you touch, you are unhorsed and lose a life, so always try to gain altitude before you charge.
Why should I chase the eggs?
Every rider you defeat drops an egg. Collect it quickly for points; leave it too long and it hatches into a brand-new enemy, so grabbing eggs is how you actually clear a wave.
How does flapping work?
Each flap gives a short upward boost and then gravity pulls you back down, just like Flappy-style flight. Tap in a steady rhythm to hover, or flap harder to climb above an opponent.
Is Joust free to play?
Yes — Joust is completely free on Inkplay, with no download, no sign-up, and no in-game purchases. Open the page and play instantly on desktop or mobile.
Can I play Joust unblocked?
Yes. Joust runs entirely in your browser with no download, install, or plugins, so it loads instantly and keeps working even on school or work networks where bigger game sites get blocked.
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