Report updated Apr 16, 2026
Overview · Full Intel report in progress
The Spearman is an established games app that is free with in-app purchases. With a 4.4/5 rating from 56.5K reviews, it shows polarized user reception.
What is The Spearman?
Current Momentum
v1.4 · 4mo ago
SteadyLast updated 127d ago. 5 versions tracked.
Competition
Rivals identification in progress
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What makes this app unique?
What Does It Look Like?
What Are The Key Features?
Players aim and set the trajectory of spear throws using simple touch-based drag-and-drop mechanics.
Utilizes ragdoll physics where enemy defeat depends on hit location, such as headshots or leg strikes.
Allows players to purchase helmets, defensive skills, and apples for healing to improve survivability.
Features various combatants including archers, javelin throwers, armored swordsmen, and magicians.
How much does it cost?
Who Built It?
BYV
Providing casual gamers with physics-based projectile challenges and castle defense mechanics featuring a distinct stickman aesthetic.
Portfolio
13
Apps
What other apps does BYV make?
The Catapult
Boom Stick: Bazooka Puzzle
The Archers 2: stick man game
The Catapult 2: Castle defense
The Planes: airplane games
The Vikings
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Portfolio breakdown, audience, momentum, and every app published by BYV.
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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 The Spearman?
How's The Games Market?
How does it evolve in the Games market?
Rank progression
9 active rankings tracked — 30-day window
Strategic analysis coming soon
SWOT, key takeaways & outlook
The outtake for The Spearman
Key Takeaways
While the core gameplay loop is straightforward, user feedback highlights significant concerns regarding ad frequency and control responsiveness.
Where Is It Heading?
Trend analysis
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