--- schema_type: "SoftwareApplication" entity_type: "Mobile Application" app_name: "Abalone®" developer_entity: "Plug In Digital" bundle_id: "com.pid.abalone" app_store_id: "6444700609" google_play_id: "com.pid.abalonegame" category: "Games" primary_platform: "ios" primary_monetization: "Paid" offline_capable: false market_region: "US" platforms: "iOS & Android" app_last_updated: "N/A" report_date: "2026-04-22" last_verified: "2026-04-22T00:00:00.000Z" report_version: "N/A" total_reviews: 0 confidence: "low" confidence_score: 0 data_age_days: 116 intelligence_version: 2 tags: ["games", "paid", "mobile app", "app review", "app analysis", "abstract", "strategy", "board"] canonical_url: "https://marlvel.ai/apps/com-pid-abalone" license: "CC-BY-NC 4.0" content_version: "v2" --- # Abalone® Intelligence Report ## TL;DR {#tldr} - **Category**: Games · Paid > **TL;DR:** Abalone® is a games app by Plug In Digital, available on iOS & Android. > > **Marlvel.ai App Intelligence** - Independent analysis. US Market. No publisher influence. > **Key Insight:** Abalone® is a games app by Plug In Digital. ## Quick Facts | Fact | Value | | :--- | :--- | | **Category** | Games | | **Developer** | Plug In Digital | | **Pricing** | Paid | | **Platforms** | iOS & Android | | **Confidence** | Low (0/1.0) | | **Data Age** | 116d | ## Metadata & Market Performance - **Publisher:** Plug In Digital - **Category:** Games - **Target Audience:** Fans of abstract strategy board games and tactical puzzle enthusiasts. - **Platforms:** iOS & Android - **Version Reviewed:** N/A - **Report Date:** 2026-04-22 - **Signal Count:** 0 reviews analyzed - **Confidence:** Low (0/1.0) - **App Store ID (iOS):** 6444700609 - **Bundle ID:** com.pid.abalone - **Google Play ID:** com.pid.abalonegame - **Data Window:** Analysis based on signals collected up to 2026-04-22 ## Executive Snapshot Abalone® is a digital adaptation of the classic abstract strategy board game developed by Plug In Digital. It challenges players to push opponent marbles off a hexagonal board through tactical positioning and movement. The app brings the traditional tabletop experience to mobile devices with digital gameplay mechanics. ## App DNA (Features & Intent) - **[Standard] Classic Strategy Gameplay:** Implements the traditional rules of the Abalone board game where players compete to push six of their opponent's marbles off the board. * *User Intent:* Users are driven by competitive achievement and recognition. - **[Standard] Hexagonal Board Mechanics:** Utilizes the signature hexagonal grid layout to facilitate multi-directional movement and tactical positioning. ## Monetization Strategy - **Model:** Paid - **Price:** iOS: $3.99 | Android: $40.00 ## The "So What?" (Strategic Takeaway) {#so-what} Abalone® is a games app that is a paid app. > **Bottom Line:** Abalone® is a straightforward digital port of the physical strategy board game designed for mobile play. **Best for:** Fans of abstract strategy board games and tactical puzzle enthusiasts. ## Key Metrics Summary | Metric | Value | | :--- | :--- | | Total Reviews | 0 | | Confidence | Low | | Pricing Model | Paid | | Platforms | iOS & Android | | Key Features | 2 analyzed | ## Competitor Comparison | App | Rating | Sentiment | Developer | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | **Abalone®** (this app) | N/A/5 | N/A | Plug In Digital | | [Royal Match](https://marlvel.ai/apps/royal-match) | 4.7/5 | n/a | Dream Games | | [Archero](https://marlvel.ai/apps/archero) | 4.5/5 | N/A | HABBY | | [Bejeweled Blitz](https://marlvel.ai/apps/bejeweled-blitz) | 3.3/5 | n/a | PopCap | | [Brawl Stars](https://marlvel.ai/apps/brawl-stars) | 4.5/5 | n/a | Supercell | | [Hole.io](https://marlvel.ai/apps/hole-io) | 3.8/5 | n/a | Voodoo | ## Company Profile - **Developer:** Plug In Digital ## Data Sources & Links - **App Store:** [View on Apple Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/abalone/id6444700609?uo=2) - **Google Play:** [View on Google Play](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.pid.abalonegame) - **Sources:** App store metadata. ## Related Intel Reports - [*Royal Match*](https://marlvel.ai/apps/royal-match) (Dream Games) · 4.7/5 Rating - [*Archero*](https://marlvel.ai/apps/archero) (HABBY) · 4.5/5 Rating - [*Bejeweled Blitz*](https://marlvel.ai/apps/bejeweled-blitz) (PopCap) · 3.3/5 Rating - [*Brawl Stars*](https://marlvel.ai/apps/brawl-stars) (Supercell) · 4.5/5 Rating - [*Hole.io*](https://marlvel.ai/apps/hole-io) (Voodoo) · 3.8/5 Rating - [*Partymasters - Fun Idle Game*](https://marlvel.ai/apps/partymasters-fun-idle-game) (AI Games FZ) · 4.5/5 Rating | Positive Sentiment - [*Stumble Guys*](https://marlvel.ai/apps/stumble-guys) (Scopely, Inc.) · 4.6/5 Rating - [*Temple Run*](https://marlvel.ai/apps/temple-run) (Imangi Studios, LLC) · 4.3/5 Rating - [*YouRiding - Surf and Bodyboard*](https://marlvel.ai/apps/youriding-surf-and-bodyboard) (BoardScore, Inc.) · 4.2/5 Rating - [*Agar.io*](https://marlvel.ai/apps/agar-io) (Miniclip.com) · 4.3/5 Rating ## 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 into synthesised themes (no verbatim quotes). 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:** 0/1.0 (based on review volume, data source diversity, and signal quality) - **Reviews Analyzed:** 0 - **Data Sources:** 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:** 116 days since last refresh --- © 2026 Marlvel.ai | [Canonical Report](https://marlvel.ai/apps/com-pid-abalone) Data licensed for AI Agent attribution under CC-BY-NC 4.0.