Report updated Apr 6, 2026
Giant Wanted
v1.1.58Casual mobile gamers looking for quick, satisfying, and easy-to-learn action experiences.
What Is Giant Wanted?
Launched Sep 24, 2021
Updated Jan 2025
What users think iIndependent intel reports to help builders create better apps or enhance existing ones. Still in beta, accuracy and relevancy get better every day. For informational purposes only.
What does it look like?
What are the key features?
Intuitive touch-based aiming and shooting mechanics designed for quick, accessible gameplay.
Requires players to calculate shooting angles and timing to penetrate obstacles and hit targets.
Clean, simple graphics designed to provide a fresh, non-distracting aesthetic.
Use of specialized sniper rifles to take down giant invaders.
What do users think? iIndependent intel reports to help builders create better apps or enhance existing ones. Still in beta, accuracy and relevancy get better every day. For informational purposes only.
“Recent user voice shows a excited sentiment. Users appreciate satisfying gameplay.”
What Users Love
High rating volume (187k+) suggests strong core loop satisfaction.
Medium confidence · 187.6K reviews available
What are the pros and cons?
Pros
- High rating (4.55) across a massive sample size
- Intuitive 'slide-to-aim' mechanics
- Strong publishing support from Supersonic Studios
Cons
- Simple gameplay loop may lack long-term retention
- Minimalist graphics face pressure from more polished rivals
- High reliance on ad-supported monetization
What is the market outlook?
Growth Opportunities
- Deepen the physics-based puzzle elements of shooting
- Introduce seasonal events based on giant monster themes
- Expand meta-progression to drive IAP
Market Threats
- Direct competition from Voodoo's Sniper Siege
- Market saturation of sniper-themed hyper-casual games
- Changes in UA efficiency for high-volume publishers
Who competes with Giant Wanted?
The Nemesis
Why it's a threat
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Higher rated at 4.8★ vs 4.6★
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Diverse Mission Types
Contenders
Mr Bullet - Spy Puzzles
★4.5 (746K)Lion Studios
Competes on the 'shooting angle' and 'obstacle penetration' mechanics through a puzzle-oriented lens.
Competes on the 'shooting angle' and 'obstacle penetration' mechanics through a puzzle-oriented lens.
Peers
Directly overlaps on the 'giant invaders' theme and the satisfaction of destroying massive targets.
Physics-based Demolition
Focuses on high-energy weaponry and environmental destruction in a casual shooting format.
Physics-based Destruction
Tank Stars
★4.4 (157K)AI Games FZ
Uses similar 'adjust the shooting angle' and 'master the timing' mechanics for casual combat.
Uses similar 'adjust the shooting angle' and 'master the timing' mechanics for casual combat.
New Kids on the Block
A recent release from a major competitor that modernizes the sniper-defense loop.
Monster Hunter Now
Niantic, Inc.
While AR-based, it dominates the 'giant monster' theme and could steal users interested in the 'giant invader' hook.
While AR-based, it dominates the 'giant monster' theme and could steal users interested in the 'giant invader' hook.
What are the key takeaways?
Giant Wanted is a exciting games app that is free with in-app purchases. With a 4.6/5 rating from 187.6K reviews, it excites its users from users. Users particularly value satisfying gameplay.
Best for: Casual mobile gamers looking for quick, satisfying, and easy-to-learn action experiences.
How much does it cost?
Model: freemium
Typical hyper-casual model utilizing high-volume ad monetization and simple, addictive mechanics to drive mass-market installs.