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Skich is the next competitor to take a swing at the new alternative app store market

Author : Skylar Mar 17,2025

Skich: A New Contender in the iOS Alt App Store Arena

Apple's ecosystem has exploded with new alt app stores vying for dominance. The latest entrant, Skich, is making a play for the gaming market, aiming to differentiate itself from competitors like Apptoide with a strong focus on game discovery.

Skich's core strength lies in its innovative discovery system. It leverages three key features: a recommendation engine, a swipe-based browsing experience, and a social element incorporating friend lists to showcase games enjoyed by users with similar preferences. This approach mirrors the success of Steam, emphasizing community and curated recommendations. This contrasts with the Epic Games Store's iOS offering, which lacks the robust social features and discoverability many gamers value.

A screenshot of the alternative app store skich showing a variety of games on offer

Can Skich Succeed?

Skich's gamer-centric features offer a compelling proposition. However, success is far from guaranteed. Existing alt app stores utilize different strategies for attracting users: Epic Games Store offers free games, while Apptoide provides a broader app selection. Skich's success hinges on whether its gamer-first approach can effectively lure users away from established platforms.

The landscape is shifting, though. Recent collaborations between major publishers like EA and Flexion suggest a future where alternative app stores could potentially overshadow the official iOS storefront. Skich's chances of success remain uncertain, but the evolving market presents a significant opportunity.

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