Report updated Apr 17, 2026

Overview · Full Intel report in progress

Playdead's INSIDE is an established games app that is free with in-app purchases. With a 4.4/5 rating from 30.2K reviews, it shows polarized user reception.

What is Playdead's INSIDE?

Playdead's INSIDE is a narrative-driven 2D puzzle platformer that immerses players in a dark, atmospheric world. Recognized as an Apple Design Award winner, the game is noted for its moody art style, ambient sound design, and high-stakes puzzle mechanics.

Current Momentum

v1.1 · 1mo ago

Active

Last updated 47d ago. 5 versions tracked.

Competition

Rivals identification in progress

7-Day Rank Pulse 🇺🇸

Adventure
#67
8

Rating Pulse 🇺🇸

What makes this app unique?

What Does It Look Like?

What Are The Key Features?

Puzzle PlatformingStandard

Engage in challenging, deviously designed puzzles integrated into a 2D platforming environment.

Atmospheric NarrativeStandard

Experience a dark, unsettling story told through a moody art style and immersive ambient soundtrack.

Paced GameplayStandard

Navigate through a series of escalating, high-tension moments designed for optimal pacing.

How much does it cost?

Freemium

Who Built It?

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Playdead

(3K)

Creating atmospheric, narrative-driven puzzle adventures that prioritize immersive sound design and distinct visual aesthetics for indie game enthusiasts.

Portfolio

6

Apps

Free 1Paid 4
Games80%

Explore the full Playdead report

Portfolio breakdown, audience, momentum, and every app published by Playdead.

Go deeper

Analysis in progress, available soon

What do users think recently?

Analysis in progress, available soon

View the full user-sentiment analysis

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

Go deeper

Analysis in progress, available soon

What is the competitive landscape for Playdead's INSIDE?

Where is it available?

Localized markets (12)

United StatesBrazilGermanySpainFranceItalyJapanSouth KoreaMexicoNetherlandsPortugalSweden

How's The Games Market?

How does it evolve in the Games market?

Rank progression

310 active rankings tracked — 30-day window

Strategic analysis coming soon

SWOT, key takeaways & outlook

The outtake for Playdead's INSIDE

Key Takeaways

INSIDE is a critically acclaimed, award-winning masterpiece that excels in artistic direction and cohesive puzzle design.

Where Is It Heading?

Trend analysis

Available very soon

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AI-powered analysis with editorial review, built from publicly available sources. Marlvel.ai is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Playdead's INSIDE, its developer, the app publisher, Apple, or Google Play. All trademarks, logos, and screenshots referenced remain the property of their respective owners.

Cite this report

Marlvel.ai. “Playdead's INSIDE Intelligence Report.” Updated Apr 17, 2026. https://marlvel.ai/apps/com-playdeadgames-inside-ios

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