# 22 Clues

> Word puzzle game using photos, text, and quotes as clues to unscramble words. (iPhone/iPad app by Maribou Inc..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/22-clues/id1061468016 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Maribou Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/371097622)
- Category: Games, Entertainment, Family, Word
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.30/5 from 731 App Store ratings · 208 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 6.0 · 36 MB
- Languages: American English, French (France), German (Germany), Italian, European Portuguese, Russian, European Spanish
- Released: 2015-12-01
- Data updated: 2026-08-18
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/22-clues/id1061468016/reviews.md

## What is 22 Clues?

Restore scrambled words using photos, text or famous quotes as clues!

Each level contains 10 words with picture clues, 10 crossword-like questions, and 2 quotes from famous people of all times. Try to find these words and solve all levels! You can tap the picture to zoom in for a closer look. Some answers are straightforward, some are quite tricky. Enjoy this addictive new brainteaser!

Features:
• Less typing, more fun!
• Play in English, French, German, Russian, Italian, Spanish or Portuguese.
• New way to play word search.

If you like pics and word association games and crosswords, this puzzle is for you!

## Key features

- Photo clues for word unscrambling
- Text-based crossword-style questions
- Famous quote word challenges
- Multi-language support
- Zoomable picture clues
- Addictive brainteaser gameplay

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 300 coins | $0.99 | one-time |
| 1500 coins | $2.99 | one-time |
| 3000 coins | $4.99 | one-time |
| 9000 coins | $9.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of 22 Clues?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 🤔 Challenging and engaging
- 🧠 Exercises the mind
- 🧩 Unique puzzle concept
- 👍 Fun and addictive
- 🌍 Multilingual support

**Cons**

- 🤑 Expensive hints/clues
- 🤯 Some puzzles are overly obscure
- 🤔 Unclear relationship between clues and answers
- 🤖 Inconsistent difficulty progression

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Occasional crashes or freezes
- Compatibility issues on older devices

**Most requested features**

- More free hints/clues
- Ability to skip puzzles
- Larger text/images for better visibility

## Recent user reviews (10 of 208)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/22-clues/id1061468016/reviews.md

### 5/5 — 22 clues

*2025-03-09, version 1.0.7*

22 clues is a great game! keeps your brain working.

### 5/5 — Addictif

*2024-10-08, version 1.0.7*

Ce jeu est très agréable et il est difficile d’arrêter de jouer car chaque image devient un défi.

### 4/5 — Fun way to spend time

*2024-04-11, version 1.0.7*

Just started playing this game. Makes you think. I like it so far.

### 4/5 — الكويت

*2023-04-26, version 1.0.7*

لعبة ذكية

### 4/5 — Très bien

*2022-10-30, version 1.0.7*

Jeu très amusant et différent.

### 5/5 — Jeu

*2022-10-07, version 1.0.7*

Très bon jeu merci

### 5/5 — Good game

*2022-05-30, version 1.0.7*

Sharpens the mind but some of the pictures are a bit obscure.

### 5/5 — 22 clues

*2022-02-28, version 1.0.7*

This game is really fun. But can be challenging. I would recommend it.

### 4/5 — Good

*2021-01-31, version 1.0.7*

Good game, gets you thinking.

### 4/5 — Frustrating and challenging.

*2020-12-04, version 1.0.7*

Sometimes VERY challenging. It may take months to finally complete one clue. Others are easy. Never enough coins to get through the tough ones because I don’t buy coins.

## Frequently asked questions about 22 Clues

### What is 22 Clues?

22 Clues is a word puzzle game where you restore scrambled words. It uses photos, text, and famous quotes as clues to help you find the answers. The game is designed to be an addictive brainteaser.

### What kind of clues does the app use?

The app provides three main types of clues: picture clues that you can zoom in on, crossword-like questions, and quotes from famous people. This variety aims to offer a fresh word search experience.

### Is 22 Clues free to play?

Yes, the app is free to download and play. It offers in-app purchases, which may be used to enhance the gameplay experience or access additional content.

### What languages does 22 Clues support?

The game is available in multiple languages, including English, French, German, Russian, Italian, Spanish, and Portuguese. This allows a broad international audience to enjoy the word puzzles.

### Who is this game best suited for?

This game is ideal for players who enjoy word association games, crosswords, and picture-based puzzles. It's a great option for those looking for a mentally stimulating and engaging casual game.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.0.7 — 2016-07-28

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

4 new levels

### 1.0.5 — 2016-06-23

4 new levels

### 1.0.4 — 2016-06-17

4 new levels

### 1.0.3 — 2016-04-08

6 new levels

### 1.0.2 — 2015-11-30

No release notes.

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