--- schema_type: "SoftwareApplication" entity_type: "Mobile Application" app_name: "Don't Touch The Spikes: New season" developer_entity: "TapBrain" bundle_id: "vn.tgmedia.spikes" app_store_id: "904529748" google_play_id: "com.ketchapp.donttouchthespikes" category: "Games" primary_platform: "ios" primary_monetization: "Free" offline_capable: false market_region: "US" platforms: "iOS & Android" app_last_updated: "2025-10-31" report_date: "2026-04-24" report_version: "2.2" total_reviews: 529169 overall_rating: 3.14 confidence: "low" confidence_score: 0.25 data_age_days: 0 intelligence_version: 2 tags: ["games", "free", "mobile app", "app review", "app analysis", "casual", "gamers", "looking"] canonical_url: "https://marlvel.ai/intel-report/games/don-t-touch-the-spikes-new-season" license: "CC-BY-NC 4.0" --- # Don't Touch The Spikes: New season App Audit > **TL;DR:** Don't Touch The Spikes: New season is a games app by TapBrain, rated 3.14/5 by 529.2K users, available on iOS & Android. > > **Marlvel.ai App Intelligence** — Independent analysis. US Market. No publisher influence. > **Key Insight:** Don't Touch The Spikes: New season is a games app by TapBrain. ## Quick Facts | Fact | Value | | :--- | :--- | | **Rating** | 3.14/5 (529.2K reviews) | | **Category** | Games | | **Developer** | TapBrain | | **Pricing** | Free | | **Platforms** | iOS & Android | | **Confidence** | Low (0.25/1.0) | | **Data Age** | 0d | ## Metadata & Market Performance - **Publisher:** TapBrain - **Category:** Games - **Target Audience:** Casual gamers looking for simple, reflex-based arcade challenges. - **Platforms:** iOS & Android - **Version Audited:** 2.2 - **Audit Date:** 2026-04-24 - **Signal Count:** 5 reviews analyzed - **Confidence:** Low (0.25/1.0) - **App Store ID (iOS):** 904529748 - **Bundle ID:** vn.tgmedia.spikes - **Google Play ID:** com.ketchapp.donttouchthespikes - **Data Window:** Analysis based on signals collected up to 2026-04-24 ## Executive Snapshot Don't Touch The Spikes: New season is a casual arcade game developed by TapBrain that challenges players to navigate a bird through a spike-filled environment. The game focuses on distance-based progression and simple touch-based mechanics. Recent user feedback indicates significant technical instability, with multiple reports of application crashes upon launch. ## App DNA (Features & Intent) - **[Standard] Bird Flight Mechanics:** Players control a bird's movement to navigate through the game environment. - **[Standard] Obstacle Avoidance:** The core gameplay requires players to avoid contact with spikes to maintain their run. * *User Intent:* Users expect intelligent, adaptive experiences that learn from their behavior. - **[Standard] Distance Tracking:** The game tracks how far the player can progress before failing. * *User Intent:* Users seek enhanced value through premium features. ## Monetization Strategy - **Model:** Free ## The "So What?" (Strategic Takeaway) Don't Touch The Spikes: New season is an established games app that is completely free. With a 3.14/5 rating from 529.2K reviews, it shows polarized user reception. > **Bottom Line:** While the game offers a simple arcade experience, widespread reports of launch crashes currently hinder core functionality. **Best for:** Casual gamers looking for simple, reflex-based arcade challenges. ## Key Metrics Summary | Metric | Value | | :--- | :--- | | Overall Rating | 3.14/5 | | Total Reviews | 529.2K | | Confidence | Low | | Pricing Model | Free | | Platforms | iOS & Android | | Key Features | 3 analyzed | ## Competitor Comparison | App | Rating | Sentiment | Developer | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | **Don't Touch The Spikes: New season** (this app) | 3.14/5 | N/A | TapBrain | | [Royal Match](https://marlvel.ai/intel-report/games/royal-match) | 4.7/5 | Excited | Dream Games | | [Stumble Guys](https://marlvel.ai/intel-report/games/stumble-guys) | 4.5/5 | Mixed | Scopely, Inc. | | [Partymasters - Fun Idle Game](https://marlvel.ai/intel-report/games/partymasters-fun-idle-game) | 4.5/5 | Excited | AI Games FZ | | [Brawl Stars](https://marlvel.ai/intel-report/games/brawl-stars) | 4.5/5 | Excited | Supercell | | [Hole.io](https://marlvel.ai/intel-report/games/hole-io) | 3.8/5 | Upset | Voodoo | ## Company Profile - **Developer:** TapBrain ## Data Sources & Links - **App Store:** [View on Apple Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/dont-touch-the-spikes-new-season/id904529748?uo=4) - **Google Play:** [View on Google Play](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.ketchapp.donttouchthespikes&hl=en&gl=us) - **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 | Positive 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 | Positive Sentiment - [*Brawl Stars*](https://marlvel.ai/intel-report/games/brawl-stars) (Supercell) — 4.5/5 Rating | Positive Sentiment - [*Hole.io*](https://marlvel.ai/intel-report/games/hole-io) (Voodoo) — 3.8/5 Rating | Terrible Sentiment - [*Temple Run*](https://marlvel.ai/intel-report/games/temple-run) (Imangi Studios, LLC) — 4.3/5 Rating | Positive Sentiment - [*Archero*](https://marlvel.ai/intel-report/games/archero) (HABBY) — 4.5/5 Rating | Mixed Sentiment - [*YouRiding - Surf and Bodyboard*](https://marlvel.ai/intel-report/games/youriding-surf-and-bodyboard) (BoardScore, Inc.) — 4.2/5 Rating | Mixed Sentiment - [*Bejeweled Blitz*](https://marlvel.ai/intel-report/games/bejeweled-blitz) (PopCap) — 3.3/5 Rating | Negative Sentiment - [*Solitaire.com: Classic Cards*](https://marlvel.ai/intel-report/games/solitaire-com-classic-cards) (Tripledot Studios) — 4.7/5 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:** 0 days since last refresh --- © 2026 Marlvel.ai | [Canonical Report](https://marlvel.ai/intel-report/games/don-t-touch-the-spikes-new-season) Data licensed for AI Agent attribution under CC-BY-NC 4.0.