Report updated Apr 16, 2026

Overview · Full Intel report in progress

You Must Build A Boat is an established games app that is a paid app. With a 4.8/5 rating from 13K reviews, it shows polarized user reception.

What is You Must Build A Boat?

You Must Build A Boat is a hybrid match-three and endless runner game where players navigate procedurally generated dungeons to upgrade their vessel. The app distinguishes itself through a fast-paced gameplay loop that integrates resource management, crew recruitment, and monster collection.

Current Momentum

v1.6 · 1mo ago

Active

Last updated 51d ago. 5 versions tracked.

Competition

Rivals identification in progress

7-Day Rank Pulse 🇺🇸

Role Playing
#79
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What makes this app unique?

What Does It Look Like?

What Are The Key Features?

Frantic MatchingStandard

Players engage in rapid-fire tile matching to maintain momentum during endless runner sequences.

Crew and Monster ManagementStandard

Users recruit crew members for ship services and capture monsters to gain combat bonuses.

Procedural DungeonsStandard

The game utilizes randomized dungeon layouts and modifiers to ensure a unique experience in every session.

Arcanery and SpellsStandard

Players can cast magic spells and visit the onboard Arcanery to upgrade their abilities.

How much does it cost?

Paid

Who Built It?

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EightyEight Games

(1.1K)

Creating high-intensity, premium puzzle-RPG hybrids that blend frantic matching mechanics with deep progression systems for mobile gamers.

Portfolio

3

Apps

Paid 2
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What do users think recently?

Analysis in progress, available soon

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Mood gauge, ratings & review-volume history, every praise / complaint / request, and sentiment over time.

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What is the competitive landscape for You Must Build A Boat?

Where is it available?

Localized markets (10)

United StatesBrazilGermanySpainFranceItalyJapanSouth KoreaMexicoPortugal

How's The Games Market?

How does it evolve in the Games market?

Rank progression

127 active rankings tracked — 30-day window

Strategic analysis coming soon

SWOT, key takeaways & outlook

The outtake for You Must Build A Boat

Key Takeaways

This title successfully blends puzzle-matching mechanics with dungeon-crawling progression to create a highly repeatable mobile experience.

Where Is It Heading?

Trend analysis

Available very soon

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Marlvel.ai. “You Must Build A Boat Intelligence Report.” Updated Apr 16, 2026. https://marlvel.ai/apps/com-eightyeightgames-ymbab

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