---
schema_type: "SoftwareApplication"
entity_type: "Mobile Application"
app_name: "Escape the BOOM!"
developer_entity: "Michael Cramer"
bundle_id: "com.escape-the-boom.escapetheboom"
app_store_id: "1467158701"
google_play_id: "com.quantumtoast.talktodefusecocos"
category: "Games"
primary_platform: "ios"
primary_monetization: "Freemium"
offline_capable: false
market_region: "US"
platforms: "iOS & Android"
app_last_updated: "2025-12-07"
report_date: "2026-05-20"
last_verified: "2026-05-20T03:56:34.243Z"
report_version: "2.0.26"
total_reviews: 312
overall_rating: 4
confidence: "low"
confidence_score: 0.25
data_age_days: 49
momentum_velocity: "steady"
intelligence_version: 2
tags: ["games", "freemium", "mobile app", "app review", "app analysis", "escape", "rooms,", "cooperative"]
canonical_url: "https://marlvel.ai/apps/com-escape-the-boom-escapetheboom"
license: "CC-BY-NC 4.0"
content_version: "v2"
---

# Escape the BOOM! App Audit

## TL;DR {#tldr}

- **Category**: Games · Freemium
- **Signal**: Rating 3.98

> **TL;DR:** Escape the BOOM! is a games app by Michael Cramer, rated 3.98/5 by 312 users, available on iOS & Android.
>
> **Marlvel.ai App Intelligence** — Independent analysis. US Market. No publisher influence.

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> **Key Insight:** Escape the BOOM! is a games app by Michael Cramer.
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## Quick Facts

| Fact | Value |
| :--- | :--- |
| **Rating** | 3.98/5 (312 reviews) |
| **Category** | Games |
| **Developer** | Michael Cramer |
| **Pricing** | Freemium |
| **Platforms** | iOS & Android |
| **Confidence** | Low (0.25/1.0) |
| **Data Age** | 49d |

## Metadata & Market Performance
- **Publisher:** Michael Cramer
- **Category:** Games
- **Target Audience:** Fans of escape rooms, cooperative puzzle games, and teams looking for interactive group activities.
- **Platforms:** iOS & Android
- **Version Audited:** 2.0.5
- **Audit Date:** 2026-05-20
- **Signal Count:** 5 reviews analyzed
- **Confidence:** Low (0.25/1.0)
- **App Store ID (iOS):** 1467158701
- **Bundle ID:** com.escape-the-boom.escapetheboom
- **Google Play ID:** com.quantumtoast.talktodefusecocos
- **Data Window:** Analysis based on signals collected up to 2026-05-20

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## Executive Snapshot
Escape the BOOM! is a cooperative puzzle game where one player attempts to defuse a virtual bomb while teammates provide instructions from a separate manual. Designed for both in-person and remote play, the game emphasizes high-pressure communication and teamwork to solve complex riddles within a five-minute time limit.
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## App DNA (Features & Intent)
- **[Standard] Asymmetric Cooperative Gameplay:** Players are split into a defuser who interacts with the bomb and a support team that holds the instructional manual.
- **[Standard] Time-Constrained Puzzles:** Teams must decipher clues and complete objectives within a strict five-minute window to prevent the bomb from exploding.
  * *User Intent:* Users expect intelligent, adaptive experiences that learn from their behavior.
- **[Standard] Remote Compatibility:** The game is optimized for collaborative play over video conferencing platforms like Zoom, Teams, and Discord.
- **[Standard] Modular Design:** The game features a variety of bomb modules and puzzle combinations to maintain replayability.
  * *User Intent:* Users expect intelligent, adaptive experiences that learn from their behavior.
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## Monetization Strategy
- **Model:** Freemium

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## App Momentum (Steady) {#momentum}

Last updated 163d ago. 5 versions tracked.

> **Cadence:** 5 total versions · 0 majors in last 6 months · 163 days since last update

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

Escape the BOOM! is an established games app that is free with in-app purchases.
With a 3.98/5 rating from 312 reviews, it shows polarized user reception.

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> **Bottom Line:** This cooperative communication game relies on a freemium model where users can access initial levels for free but must pay to unlock additional content.
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**Best for:** Fans of escape rooms, cooperative puzzle games, and teams looking for interactive group activities.

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## Key Metrics Summary

| Metric | Value |
| :--- | :--- |
| Overall Rating | 3.98/5 |
| Total Reviews | 312 |
| Confidence | Low |
| Pricing Model | Freemium |
| Platforms | iOS & Android |
| Key Features | 4 analyzed |
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## Competitor Comparison

| App | Rating | Sentiment | Developer |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **Escape the BOOM!** (this app) | 3.98/5 | N/A | Michael Cramer |
| [Royal Match](https://marlvel.ai/apps/royal-match) | 4.7/5 | Frustrated | Dream Games |
| [Stumble Guys](https://marlvel.ai/apps/stumble-guys) | 4.5/5 | Excited | Scopely, Inc. |
| [Bejeweled Blitz](https://marlvel.ai/apps/bejeweled-blitz) | 3.3/5 | Mixed | PopCap |
| [Brawl Stars](https://marlvel.ai/apps/brawl-stars) | 4.5/5 | Frustrated | Supercell |
| [Partymasters - Fun Idle Game](https://marlvel.ai/apps/partymasters-fun-idle-game) | 4.5/5 | Excited | AI Games FZ |

## Company Profile
- **Developer:** Michael Cramer
- **Website:** [https://www.Escape-the-BOOM.com](https://www.Escape-the-BOOM.com)

## Data Sources & Links
- **App Store:** [View on Apple Store](https://apps.apple.com/mx/app/escape-the-boom/id1467158701?uo=2)
- **Google Play:** [View on Google Play](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.quantumtoast.talktodefusecocos&hl=en&gl=mx)
- **Dev Site:** [Official Website](https://www.Escape-the-BOOM.com)
- **Sources:** App store metadata, User reviews.

## Related Intel Reports
- [*Royal Match*](https://marlvel.ai/apps/royal-match) (Dream Games) — 4.7/5 Rating | Negative Sentiment
- [*Stumble Guys*](https://marlvel.ai/apps/stumble-guys) (Scopely, Inc.) — 4.5/5 Rating | Positive Sentiment
- [*Bejeweled Blitz*](https://marlvel.ai/apps/bejeweled-blitz) (PopCap) — 3.3/5 Rating | Mixed Sentiment
- [*Brawl Stars*](https://marlvel.ai/apps/brawl-stars) (Supercell) — 4.5/5 Rating | Negative Sentiment
- [*Partymasters - Fun Idle Game*](https://marlvel.ai/apps/partymasters-fun-idle-game) (AI Games FZ) — 4.5/5 Rating | Positive Sentiment
- [*Temple Run*](https://marlvel.ai/apps/temple-run) (Imangi Studios, LLC) — 4.3/5 Rating | Positive Sentiment
- [*Archero*](https://marlvel.ai/apps/archero) (HABBY) — 4.5/5 Rating | N/A Sentiment
- [*YouRiding - Surf and Bodyboard*](https://marlvel.ai/apps/youriding-surf-and-bodyboard) (BoardScore, Inc.) — 4.2/5 Rating | N/A Sentiment
- [*Hole.io*](https://marlvel.ai/apps/hole-io) (Voodoo) — 3.8/5 Rating | Terrible Sentiment
- [*Nitro Nation: Drag Racing*](https://marlvel.ai/apps/nitro-nation-drag-racing) (Supercharge Mobile Corp) — 4.5/5 Rating | N/A 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:** 49 days since last refresh

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