--- schema_type: "SoftwareApplication" entity_type: "Mobile Application" app_name: "Ridiculous Rugby" developer_entity: "Blaine Hodge" bundle_id: "com.stingergames.ridicrugby" app_store_id: "1439553706" category: "Games" primary_platform: "ios" primary_monetization: "Paid" offline_capable: false market_region: "US" platforms: "iOS" app_last_updated: "2019-01-16" report_date: "2026-04-19" report_version: "1.0.5" total_reviews: 146 overall_rating: 4.84 confidence: "low" confidence_score: 0.25 data_age_days: 73 intelligence_version: 2 tags: ["games", "paid", "mobile app", "app review", "app analysis", "physics-based", "sports", "simulations"] canonical_url: "https://marlvel.ai/apps/com-stingergames-ridicrugby" license: "CC-BY-NC 4.0" last_verified: "2026-04-19T15:01:45.869Z" --- # Ridiculous Rugby App Audit > **TL;DR:** Ridiculous Rugby is a games app by Blaine Hodge, rated 4.84/5 by 146 users, available on iOS. > > **Marlvel.ai App Intelligence** — Independent analysis. US Market. No publisher influence. > **Key Insight:** Ridiculous Rugby is a games app by Blaine Hodge. ## Quick Facts | Fact | Value | | :--- | :--- | | **Rating** | 4.84/5 (146 reviews) | | **Category** | Games | | **Developer** | Blaine Hodge | | **Pricing** | Paid | | **Platforms** | iOS | | **Confidence** | Low (0.25/1.0) | | **Data Age** | 73d | ## Metadata & Market Performance - **Publisher:** Blaine Hodge - **Category:** Games - **Target Audience:** Fans of physics-based sports simulations and indie arcade-style games. - **Platforms:** iOS - **Version Audited:** 1.0.5 - **Audit Date:** 2026-04-19 - **Signal Count:** 5 reviews analyzed - **Confidence:** Low (0.25/1.0) - **App Store ID (iOS):** 1439553706 - **Bundle ID:** com.stingergames.ridicrugby - **Data Window:** Analysis based on signals collected up to 2026-04-19 ## Executive Snapshot Ridiculous Rugby is a physics-based sports game featuring ragdoll animation and 8-bit pixel art 3D visuals. Developed by the creator of Super Jump Soccer, the game focuses on realistic rugby mechanics where players physically collide, grab, and drag opponents to advance down the field. ## App DNA (Features & Intent) - **[Standard] Physics-based Ragdoll Mechanics:** Characters interact through realistic physical collisions, allowing players to grab, push, and drag opponents. - **[Standard] 8-bit Pixel Art 3D:** The game utilizes a distinct visual style that blends retro pixel art aesthetics with 3D environments. - **[Standard] Rugby Scoring System:** Gameplay follows standard rugby objectives, including scoring 5-point tries and 3-point goal kicks. ## Monetization Strategy - **Model:** Paid - **Price:** iOS: $2.99 ## The "So What?" (Strategic Takeaway) Ridiculous Rugby is an established games app that is a paid app. With a 4.84/5 rating from 146 reviews, it shows polarized user reception. > **Bottom Line:** While users praise the unique physics-based gameplay, they frequently request additional features like player customization and team management. **Best for:** Fans of physics-based sports simulations and indie arcade-style games. ## Key Metrics Summary | Metric | Value | | :--- | :--- | | Overall Rating | 4.84/5 | | Total Reviews | 146 | | Confidence | Low | | Pricing Model | Paid | | Platforms | iOS | | Key Features | 3 analyzed | ## Competitor Comparison | App | Rating | Sentiment | Developer | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | **Ridiculous Rugby** (this app) | 4.84/5 | N/A | Blaine Hodge | | [Royal Match](https://marlvel.ai/apps/royal-match) | 4.7/5 | Excited | Dream Games | | [Archero](https://marlvel.ai/apps/archero) | 4.5/5 | Mixed | HABBY | | [Temple Run](https://marlvel.ai/apps/temple-run) | 4.3/5 | Excited | Imangi Studios, LLC | | [Partymasters - Fun Idle Game](https://marlvel.ai/apps/partymasters-fun-idle-game) | 4.5/5 | Excited | AI Games FZ | | [Brawl Stars](https://marlvel.ai/apps/brawl-stars) | 4.5/5 | Excited | Supercell | ## Company Profile - **Developer:** Blaine Hodge - **Website:** [https://stingergames.com/rugby/index.html](https://stingergames.com/rugby/index.html) - **Social:** [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/RidicRugby/?ref=webpage) · [X/Twitter](https://www.twitter.com/RidicRugby) · [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/user/StingerGames) ## Data Sources & Links - **App Store:** [View on Apple Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/ridiculous-rugby/id1439553706?uo=2) - **Dev Site:** [Official Website](https://stingergames.com/rugby/index.html) - **Sources:** App store metadata, User reviews. ## Related Intel Reports - [*Royal Match*](https://marlvel.ai/apps/royal-match) (Dream Games) — 4.7/5 Rating | Positive Sentiment - [*Archero*](https://marlvel.ai/apps/archero) (HABBY) — 4.5/5 Rating | Mixed Sentiment - [*Temple Run*](https://marlvel.ai/apps/temple-run) (Imangi Studios, LLC) — 4.3/5 Rating | Positive Sentiment - [*Partymasters - Fun Idle Game*](https://marlvel.ai/apps/partymasters-fun-idle-game) (AI Games FZ) — 4.5/5 Rating | Positive Sentiment - [*Brawl Stars*](https://marlvel.ai/apps/brawl-stars) (Supercell) — 4.5/5 Rating | Positive Sentiment - [*Bejeweled Blitz*](https://marlvel.ai/apps/bejeweled-blitz) (PopCap) — 3.3/5 Rating | Negative Sentiment - [*YouRiding - Surf and Bodyboard*](https://marlvel.ai/apps/youriding-surf-and-bodyboard) (BoardScore, Inc.) — 4.2/5 Rating | Mixed Sentiment - [*Hole.io*](https://marlvel.ai/apps/hole-io) (Voodoo) — 3.8/5 Rating | Terrible Sentiment - [*Stumble Guys*](https://marlvel.ai/apps/stumble-guys) (Scopely, Inc.) — 4.5/5 Rating | Mixed Sentiment - [*Triple Tile: Match Puzzle Game*](https://marlvel.ai/apps/triple-tile-match-puzzle-game) (Tripledot Studios) — 4.8/5 Rating | Mixed Sentiment ## Methodology This report was generated by Marlvel.ai's 3-stage AI intelligence pipeline: 1. **Feature & Positioning Extraction** — Analyzes app metadata, developer website content, and version history to identify key features, target audience, and competitive positioning. 2. **Sentiment Analysis** — Processes user reviews (minimum 5 reviews required) to extract praise themes, complaint themes, and overall sentiment with evidence quotes. 3. **Intelligence Synthesis** — Combines stages 1 & 2 with App Store rankings to produce SWOT analysis, executive summary, 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:** 73 days since last refresh --- © 2026 Marlvel.ai | [Canonical Report](https://marlvel.ai/apps/com-stingergames-ridicrugby) Data licensed for AI Agent attribution under CC-BY-NC 4.0.