---
schema_type: "SoftwareApplication"
entity_type: "Mobile Application"
app_name: "Shadow Blade: Reload"
developer_entity: "Crescent Moon Games"
bundle_id: "com.crescentmoongames.shadowbladereload"
app_store_id: "1055138354"
category: "Games"
primary_platform: "ios"
primary_monetization: "Paid"
offline_capable: false
market_region: "US"
platforms: "iOS"
app_last_updated: "2016-02-22"
report_date: "2026-05-19"
last_verified: "2026-05-19T16:34:00.329Z"
report_version: "1.02"
total_reviews: 56
overall_rating: 3.66
confidence: "low"
confidence_score: 0.25
data_age_days: 43
intelligence_version: 3
tags: ["games", "paid", "mobile app", "app review", "app analysis", "challenging,", "fast-paced", "action-platformer"]
canonical_url: "https://marlvel.ai/intel-report/games/com-crescentmoongames-shadowbladereload"
license: "CC-BY-NC 4.0"
content_version: "v2"
---

# Shadow Blade: Reload App Audit

## TL;DR {#tldr}

- **Category**: Games · Paid
- **Signal**: Rating 3.66

> **TL;DR:** Shadow Blade: Reload is a games app by Crescent Moon Games, rated 3.66/5 by 56 users, available on iOS.
>
> **Marlvel.ai App Intelligence** — Independent analysis. US Market. No publisher influence.

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> **Key Insight:** Shadow Blade: Reload is a games app by Crescent Moon Games.
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## Quick Facts

| Fact | Value |
| :--- | :--- |
| **Rating** | 3.66/5 (56 reviews) |
| **Category** | Games |
| **Developer** | Crescent Moon Games |
| **Pricing** | Paid |
| **Platforms** | iOS |
| **Confidence** | Low (0.25/1.0) |
| **Data Age** | 0d |

## Metadata & Market Performance
- **Publisher:** Crescent Moon Games
- **Category:** Games
- **Target Audience:** Fans of challenging, fast-paced action-platformer games with a ninja theme.
- **Platforms:** iOS
- **Version Audited:** 1.02
- **Audit Date:** 2026-05-19
- **Signal Count:** 5 reviews analyzed
- **Confidence:** Low (0.25/1.0)
- **App Store ID (iOS):** 1055138354
- **Bundle ID:** com.crescentmoongames.shadowbladereload
- **Data Window:** Analysis based on signals collected up to 2026-05-19

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## Executive Snapshot
Shadow Blade: Reload is an action-platformer where players control Kuro, a ninja navigating a modern landscape to restore balance. The game features over 40 levels and 4 boss fights, emphasizing fast-paced movement and combat mechanics.
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## App DNA (Features & Intent)
- **[Standard] Epic Ninja Platforming:** Fast-paced movement mechanics designed to navigate through challenging, trap-filled stages.
- **[Standard] Vicious Ninja Combat:** Combat system utilizing a katana, shurikens, and kusarigama to defeat enemies.
- **[Standard] Extensive Level Design:** Includes over 40 distinct levels and 4 unique boss encounters.
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## Monetization Strategy
- **Model:** Paid
- **Price:** iOS: $4.99

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## The "So What?" (Strategic Takeaway) {#so-what}

Shadow Blade: Reload is an established games app that is a paid app.
With a 3.66/5 rating from 56 reviews, it shows polarized user reception.

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> **Bottom Line:** While the game offers a robust platforming experience, users report significant technical issues including performance lag, lack of modern device optimization, and input responsiveness problems.
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**Best for:** Fans of challenging, fast-paced action-platformer games with a ninja theme.

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## Key Metrics Summary

| Metric | Value |
| :--- | :--- |
| Overall Rating | 3.66/5 |
| Total Reviews | 56 |
| Confidence | Low |
| Pricing Model | Paid |
| Platforms | iOS |
| Key Features | 3 analyzed |
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## Competitor Comparison

| App | Rating | Sentiment | Developer |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **Shadow Blade: Reload** (this app) | 3.66/5 | N/A | Crescent Moon Games |
| [Royal Match](https://marlvel.ai/intel-report/games/royal-match) | 4.7/5 | Mixed | Dream Games |
| [YouRiding - Surf and Bodyboard](https://marlvel.ai/intel-report/games/youriding-surf-and-bodyboard) | 4.2/5 | N/A | BoardScore, Inc. |
| [Brawl Stars](https://marlvel.ai/intel-report/games/brawl-stars) | 4.5/5 | Frustrated | Supercell |
| [Archero](https://marlvel.ai/intel-report/games/archero) | 4.5/5 | N/A | HABBY |
| [Temple Run](https://marlvel.ai/intel-report/games/temple-run) | 4.3/5 | Mixed | Imangi Studios, LLC |

## Company Profile
- **Developer:** Crescent Moon Games
- **Website:** [https://crescentmoongames.com/](https://crescentmoongames.com/)

## Data Sources & Links
- **App Store:** [View on Apple Store](https://apps.apple.com/jm/app/shadow-blade-reload/id1055138354?uo=2)
- **Dev Site:** [Official Website](https://crescentmoongames.com/)
- **Sources:** App store metadata, User reviews.

## Related Intel Reports
- [*Royal Match*](https://marlvel.ai/intel-report/games/royal-match) (Dream Games) — 4.7/5 Rating | Mixed Sentiment
- [*YouRiding - Surf and Bodyboard*](https://marlvel.ai/intel-report/games/youriding-surf-and-bodyboard) (BoardScore, Inc.) — 4.2/5 Rating | N/A Sentiment
- [*Brawl Stars*](https://marlvel.ai/intel-report/games/brawl-stars) (Supercell) — 4.5/5 Rating | Negative Sentiment
- [*Archero*](https://marlvel.ai/intel-report/games/archero) (HABBY) — 4.5/5 Rating | N/A Sentiment
- [*Temple Run*](https://marlvel.ai/intel-report/games/temple-run) (Imangi Studios, LLC) — 4.3/5 Rating | Mixed Sentiment
- [*Stumble Guys*](https://marlvel.ai/intel-report/games/stumble-guys) (Scopely, Inc.) — 4.5/5 Rating | Mixed Sentiment
- [*Partymasters - Fun Idle Game*](https://marlvel.ai/intel-report/games/partymasters-fun-idle-game) (AI Games FZ) — 4.5/5 Rating | Mixed Sentiment
- [*Hole.io*](https://marlvel.ai/intel-report/games/hole-io) (Voodoo) — 3.8/5 Rating | Terrible Sentiment
- [*Bejeweled Blitz*](https://marlvel.ai/intel-report/games/bejeweled-blitz) (PopCap) — 3.3/5 Rating | Mixed Sentiment
- [*Mahjong Match：Classic Tiles！*](https://marlvel.ai/intel-report/games/mahjong-match-classic-tiles) (Playful Bytes Studio) — 4.6/5 Rating | Positive Sentiment

## Methodology {#methodology}

This report was generated by Marlvel.ai's 5-stage AI intelligence pipeline:

1. **Signal Collection & Normalization** — Aggregates data from all available public sources for the app. Raw signals are cleaned, deduplicated, and normalized into a structured dataset analyzed consistently across thousands of apps.
2. **Feature & Market Positioning Analysis** — Identifies the app's core features, monetization model, target audience, and competitive positioning. Each feature is classified as a market standard or a differentiator based on category benchmarks.
3. **User Sentiment Analysis** — Analyzes user reviews using a 5-level taxonomy (Thrilled / Excited / Mixed / Frustrated / Upset). Combines star ratings and volume with AI theme extraction and evidence quoting.
4. **Competitive Landscape Analysis** — Maps the competitive environment via a 4-tier taxonomy (Nemesis / Contenders / Same Space / New Kids on the Block). Prioritizes same sub-genre over broad category.
5. **Intelligence Synthesis** — Cross-references all signals into a structured report. Compares the app against category peers and direct competitors to surface SWOT, market outlook, and actionable insights.

- **Confidence Score:** 0.25/1.0 (based on review volume, data source diversity, and signal quality)
- **Reviews Analyzed:** 5
- **Data Sources:** user reviews, App Store metadata
- **Rating Method:** Weighted average across platforms (iOS & Android), weighted by review count per platform
- **Independence:** Fully independent analysis. No publisher sponsorship or editorial influence.
- **Report Age:** 0 days since last refresh

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