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Wordgrams App Review: Collaborative Crossword Puzzles with Visual Twist

by FunCraft, Inc

4.7
IOSTrivia Games
Wordgrams reinvents crossword puzzles with Scandinavian-style collaborative gameplay. Two players complete puzzles simultaneously using picture clues and timed tile placement. Targets puzzle enthusiasts seeking social competition.

Detailed Review

Wordgrams represents a significant evolution in digital crossword experiences, blending traditional word puzzle mechanics with innovative multiplayer dynamics. Developed by FunCraft, Inc, this iOS application introduces Scandinavian-style crosswords where clues appear within grid squares rather than separately, creating a more integrated solving experience. The game distinguishes itself through its mandatory two-player format, positioning itself uniquely in the crowded puzzle game market where single-player experiences dominate. The core gameplay revolves around turn-based collaboration where each player receives five letters per turn and must place them within 60 seconds. This timed mechanic creates tension while the shared puzzle board ensures both players contribute to the same solution. The Scandinavian design approach means clues are embedded directly in grid squares, requiring different solving strategies than traditional crosswords. Visual clues add another dimension, with some squares containing images that must be interpreted rather than text-based hints, expanding the puzzle-solving vocabulary beyond pure linguistics. User experience benefits from clean interface design that clearly distinguishes between player contributions while maintaining puzzle visibility. The 60-second timer creates palpable urgency during gameplay sessions, though this design choice polarizes users. Real-world usage patterns show sessions typically lasting 5-15 minutes, fitting well into mobile gaming habits. The requirement for simultaneous player participation means gameplay depends on finding available opponents, which can affect accessibility during off-peak hours. User feedback reveals strong appreciation for the innovative format, with reviewer luvsblocker (April 30, 2025) noting the game is 'challenging but understandable.' However, multiple users including Pirate girl 13 (June 16, 2025) express desire for single-player options, citing anxiety from timed multiplayer pressure. GrannySuze (May 13, 2025) initially struggled with visual clues but ultimately appreciated the learning curve, demonstrating the game's capacity to engage users across age groups despite initial complexity. The application excels in delivering fresh puzzle mechanics and social engagement, particularly for players seeking competitive word games. Limitations include the absence of single-player mode and potential stress from timed multiplayer requirements. Ideal for crossword enthusiasts comfortable with real-time competition and visual interpretation challenges, though less suited for players preferring solitary or untimed puzzle experiences. The 4.7-star rating reflects generally positive reception despite these specific accessibility concerns.

Key Features

  • Dual-player crossword completion requiring simultaneous participation and strategic tile placement against a timer
  • Scandinavian-style puzzle design with clues embedded within grid squares rather than separate lists
  • Visual clue system where certain squares contain images that must be interpreted to solve puzzles
  • Turn-based mechanics distributing five letters per player each round with 60-second placement windows
  • Competitive scoring system tracking individual contributions within collaboratively solved puzzles
  • Progressive difficulty system introducing more complex visual and textual clues across levels

Why Users Love It

Innovative multiplayer crossword mechanics
Engaging visual clue integration

Perfect for: Social puzzle enthusiasts comfortable with competitive timed gameplay

Screenshots

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User Reviews

luvsblocker
Apr 30, 2025

Game is challenging but understandable . Love it Great game!! Game is challenging but understandable . Love it

Pirate girl 13
Jun 17, 2025

Love the game but I don’t like always playing with other players and being timed gives me anxiety when I like playing these to relax wish there was a pvc and no time option Good but sujestion Love the game but I don’t like always playing with other players and being timed gives me anxiety when I like playing these to relax wish there was a pvc and no time option

Elle Mac pad
Apr 26, 2025

I am having the best time learning how to play this game. This game makes me think differently and I love it! New game for me I am having the best time learning how to play this game. This game makes me think differently and I love it!

Lighthousemom7
Jul 7, 2025

I like playing against someone! This is a fun and challenging game! Wordgrams I like playing against someone! This is a fun and challenging game!

GrannySuze
May 13, 2025

Update: 5/15. I figured it out with Google. The clues are in the pictures!Duh. But, I’m OLD! I never noticed the pictures!!! I play on my phone so I have to wear magnifying glasses to make out the pictures! But now, I’m on level 3 and doing well! I now love the game. I came close to giving up! I gave you another star. But you don’t get all 5 because of the ads. I don’t think it’s right that when I win a reward, I have to watch an ad to actually put that reward in my pocket. That’s not “winning a reward” if I get punished with an ad. If I ASK for something, I expect to watch an ad. I’ve watched plenty of them! Y’all should work on that! ——— Yet, I still haven’t managed to figure out how to play! I know how to look within the app for How To Play guidance, found that. I know how to read, so I did that. Harrumph. I had to search online to learn that I have to drag and drop the letters to play! The rest is intuitive, right? Not. I found lots of words! None of them were right. So, where are the clues? How can there be a crossword puzzle without clues? Sending an email through the app has yielded no results so far. WTHO? I’m relatively smart … Update: 5/15. I figured it out with Google. The clues are in the pictures!Duh. But, I’m OLD! I never noticed the pictures!!! I play on my phone so I have to wear magnifying glasses to make out the pictures! But now, I’m on level 3 and doing well! I now love the game. I came close to giving up! I gave you another star. But you don’t get all 5 because of the ads. I don’t think it’s right that when I win a reward, I have to watch an ad to actually put that reward in my pocket. That’s not “winning a reward” if I get punished with an ad. If I ASK for something, I expect to watch an ad. I’ve watched plenty of them! Y’all should work on that! ———Yet, I still haven’t managed to figure out how to play! I know how to look within the app for How To Play guidance, found that. I know how to read, so I did that. Harrumph. I had to search online to learn that I have to drag and drop the letters to play! The rest is intuitive, right? Not. I found lots of words! None of them were right. So, where are the clues?How can there be a crossword puzzle without clues? Sending an email through the app has yielded no results so far. WTHO?

App Details

Developer

FunCraft, Inc

Platform

ios

Rating

4.7

Last Updated

9/7/2025