---
schema_type: "SoftwareApplication"
entity_type: "Mobile Application"
app_name: "Spades - Lite"
developer_entity: "GASP Mobile Games Inc"
bundle_id: "com.sg.js.Spades"
app_store_id: "561953232"
category: "Games"
primary_platform: "ios"
primary_monetization: "Free"
offline_capable: false
market_region: "US"
platforms: "iOS & Android"
app_last_updated: "2024-07-09"
report_date: "2026-04-28"
report_version: "2.8"
total_reviews: 1262
overall_rating: 3.85
confidence: "low"
confidence_score: 0.05
data_age_days: 63
intelligence_version: 2
tags: ["games", "free", "mobile app", "app review", "app analysis", "traditional", "trick-taking", "games"]
canonical_url: "https://marlvel.ai/apps/spades-lite-1"
license: "CC-BY-NC 4.0"
content_version: "v2"
last_verified: "2026-04-30T02:30:06.163Z"
---

# Spades - Lite App Audit

## TL;DR {#tldr}

- **Category**: Games · Free
- **Signal**: Rating 3.85

> **TL;DR:** Spades - Lite is a games app by GASP Mobile Games Inc, rated 3.85/5 by 1.3K users, available on iOS & Android.
>
> **Marlvel.ai App Intelligence** — Independent analysis. US Market. No publisher influence.

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> **Key Insight:** Spades - Lite is a games app by GASP Mobile Games Inc.
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## Quick Facts

| Fact | Value |
| :--- | :--- |
| **Rating** | 3.85/5 (1.3K reviews) |
| **Category** | Games |
| **Developer** | GASP Mobile Games Inc |
| **Pricing** | Free |
| **Platforms** | iOS & Android |
| **Confidence** | Low (0.05/1.0) |
| **Data Age** | 63d |

## Metadata & Market Performance
- **Publisher:** GASP Mobile Games Inc
- **Category:** Games
- **Target Audience:** Fans of traditional trick-taking card games like Whist, Bridge, or Hearts looking for a minimalist mobile version.
- **Platforms:** iOS & Android
- **Version Audited:** 2.8
- **Audit Date:** 2026-04-28
- **Signal Count:** 0 reviews analyzed
- **Confidence:** Low (0.05/1.0)
- **App Store ID (iOS):** 561953232
- **Bundle ID:** com.sg.js.Spades
- **Google Play ID:** com.sg.js.Spades
- **Data Window:** Analysis based on signals collected up to 2026-04-28

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## Executive Snapshot
Spades - Lite is a mobile adaptation of the classic trick-taking card game, designed to provide a lightweight experience. It features standard partnership-based gameplay where the Spade suit serves as the permanent trump.
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## App DNA (Features & Intent)
- **[Standard] Standard Spades Rules:** The game follows traditional rules where the Spade suit is always the trump.
- **[Standard] Partnership Gameplay:** Players compete in fixed partnerships to meet the combined bid and trick requirements.
  * *User Intent:* Users are driven by competitive achievement and recognition.
- **[Standard] Lightweight Design:** The app is built as a tiny download package intended to recreate the original game experience.
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## Monetization Strategy
- **Model:** Free

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

Spades - Lite is an established games app that is completely free.
With a 3.85/5 rating from 1.3K reviews, it shows polarized user reception.

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> **Bottom Line:** This is a minimalist, free-to-play implementation of the classic Spades card game focused on a small installation footprint.
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**Best for:** Fans of traditional trick-taking card games like Whist, Bridge, or Hearts looking for a minimalist mobile version.

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## Key Metrics Summary

| Metric | Value |
| :--- | :--- |
| Overall Rating | 3.85/5 |
| Total Reviews | 1.3K |
| Confidence | Low |
| Pricing Model | Free |
| Platforms | iOS & Android |
| Key Features | 3 analyzed |
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## Competitor Comparison

| App | Rating | Sentiment | Developer |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **Spades - Lite** (this app) | 3.85/5 | N/A | GASP Mobile Games Inc |
| [Royal Match](https://marlvel.ai/apps/royal-match) | 4.7/5 | Frustrated | Dream Games |
| [Archero](https://marlvel.ai/apps/archero) | 4.5/5 | Mixed | HABBY |
| [YouRiding - Surf and Bodyboard](https://marlvel.ai/apps/youriding-surf-and-bodyboard) | 4.2/5 | Mixed | BoardScore, Inc. |
| [Brawl Stars](https://marlvel.ai/apps/brawl-stars) | 4.5/5 | Mixed | Supercell |
| [Bejeweled Blitz](https://marlvel.ai/apps/bejeweled-blitz) | 3.3/5 | Frustrated | PopCap |

## Company Profile
- **Developer:** GASP Mobile Games Inc
- **Website:** [https://www.gaspmobilegames.com/](https://www.gaspmobilegames.com/)

## Data Sources & Links
- **App Store:** [View on Apple Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/spades-lite/id561953232?uo=4)
- **Google Play:** [View on Google Play](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.sg.js.Spades&hl=en&gl=us)
- **Dev Site:** [Official Website](https://www.gaspmobilegames.com/)
- **Sources:** App store metadata.

## Related Intel Reports
- [*Royal Match*](https://marlvel.ai/apps/royal-match) (Dream Games) — 4.7/5 Rating | Negative Sentiment
- [*Archero*](https://marlvel.ai/apps/archero) (HABBY) — 4.5/5 Rating | Mixed Sentiment
- [*YouRiding - Surf and Bodyboard*](https://marlvel.ai/apps/youriding-surf-and-bodyboard) (BoardScore, Inc.) — 4.2/5 Rating | Mixed Sentiment
- [*Brawl Stars*](https://marlvel.ai/apps/brawl-stars) (Supercell) — 4.5/5 Rating | Mixed Sentiment
- [*Bejeweled Blitz*](https://marlvel.ai/apps/bejeweled-blitz) (PopCap) — 3.3/5 Rating | Negative Sentiment
- [*Temple Run*](https://marlvel.ai/apps/temple-run) (Imangi Studios, LLC) — 4.3/5 Rating | Positive 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
- [*Partymasters - Fun Idle Game*](https://marlvel.ai/apps/partymasters-fun-idle-game) (AI Games FZ) — 4.5/5 Rating | Positive Sentiment
- [*Fun Run 4 - Multiplayer Race*](https://marlvel.ai/apps/fun-run-4-pvp-online-action) (Dirtybit AS) — 4.7/5 Rating | Mixed 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:** 0.05/1.0 (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:** 63 days since last refresh

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