The Moron Test 2
v3.1.2Casual gamers and fans of brain-teasers who enjoy humorous, challenging, and social puzzle experiences.
What Is The Moron Test 2?
Launched Dec 9, 2011
Updated Dec 2019
What does it look like?
What are the key features?
Puzzles that require physical interaction including touching, twisting, and shaking the device.
Structured progression through distinct puzzle sections like 'Fair Game', 'Out Sick', and 'Field Day'.
Designed to be played with friends and family to observe their reactions and failures.
Features Retina graphics, catchy music, and humorous sound effects.
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Sentiment analysis will be available once enough user reviews are collected.
How is it ranked?
| Chart | Rank | Change |
|---|---|---|
| Paid | #39 | ▲3 |
What are the pros and cons?
Pros
- Established brand equity as a pioneer of the 'trick puzzle' genre.
- Unique physical interaction mechanics (shake/twist) that remain engaging.
- High-quality, humorous audiovisual design that supports the core 'fail' experience.
Cons
- Outdated monetization model ($0.99 paid) compared to modern freemium standards.
- Lack of recent content updates or live-ops to retain long-term users.
- Minimal social media or community presence to drive organic growth.
What is the market outlook?
Growth Opportunities
- Transitioning to a freemium model to capture a larger user base.
- Implementing a 'Level Editor' or community-shared puzzles to increase longevity.
- Leveraging short-form video (TikTok/Reels) to showcase the 'fail' reactions of friends.
Market Threats
- Dominance of Unico Studio’s 'Brain Test' franchise which captures the majority of the market share.
- User preference for free-to-play games with frequent content drops.
- Market saturation of 'trick puzzle' apps leading to high user acquisition costs.
Who competes with The Moron Test 2?
Contenders
Cryptogram: Word Brain Puzzle
Joyteractive
Focuses on the same 'forehead-slapping' logic puzzles that require unconventional device interaction to solve.
Brain Out -Tricky riddle games
EYEWIND LIMITED
A market leader in the trick puzzle space that relies on the same 'fail-and-laugh' social dynamic.
Same Space
New Kids on the Block
What are the key takeaways?
The Moron Test 2 is a divisive games app that is a paid app. With a 4.3/5 rating from 84 reviews, it receives mixed feedback from users.
Best for: Casual gamers and fans of brain-teasers who enjoy humorous, challenging, and social puzzle experiences.
How much does it cost?
Model: paid
The app utilizes a traditional premium model, charging a low upfront fee for access to the full game experience without mention of in-app purchases or subscriptions.
iOS Version
3.1.2
Release Date
Dec 9, 2011
iOS Price
$0.99