Report updated May 4, 2026

Overview · Full Intel report in progress

9up-9down is an established games app that is a paid app. With a 5.0/5 rating from 2 reviews, it shows polarized user reception.

What is 9up-9down?

9up-9down is a trick-taking card game based on the Oh Hell format where players bid on trick counts across rounds that scale from large hands down to one card and back. It features a unique 'screw-the-dealer' mechanic and rotating trump suits to challenge players in solo matches against AI.

Current Momentum

v1.2 · 1w ago

Intense

Last updated 9d ago. 3 versions tracked.

Competition

Rivals identification in progress

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What makes this app unique?

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What Are The Key Features?

Progressive Round StructureStandard

The game progresses through hands of varying sizes, scaling down from large hands to a single card and back up.

Screw-the-Dealer BiddingStandard

A specific rule set prevents the dealer from breaking the table during the bidding phase to maintain competitive tension.

Scoring SystemStandard

Players earn one point per trick taken, with a ten-point bonus awarded for hitting the exact bid amount.

Adjustable AI DifficultyStandard

The game offers customizable difficulty settings and built-in rules to accommodate different skill levels.

How much does it cost?

Paid

Who Built It?

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Kyle Louderback

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Providing specialized utility tools and classic card games for niche professional and recreational needs. Focused on offline-first functionality.

Portfolio

4

Apps

Free 2Paid 1
Productivity67%
Book33%

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What do users think recently?

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What is the competitive landscape for 9up-9down?

How's The Games Market?

How does it evolve in the Games market?

Rank progression

1 active ranking tracked — 30-day window

No rank history available for this chart.

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SWOT, key takeaways & outlook

The outtake for 9up-9down

Key Takeaways

9up-9down is a paid, single-player implementation of the Oh Hell card game family that emphasizes strategic bidding and progressive round difficulty.

Where Is It Heading?

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Cite this report

Marlvel.ai. “9up-9down Intelligence Report.” Updated May 4, 2026. https://marlvel.ai/apps/biggames-nineup

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