# Antigrams

> Word game where the goal is to avoid making words. (iPhone/iPad app by Everybody House Games, LLC.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/antigrams/id1112055588 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Everybody House Games, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1112055587)
- Category: Games, Puzzle, Word
- Price: $0.99
- Rating: 4.90/5 from 14 App Store ratings · 9 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 7.0 · 87 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2017-02-23
- Data updated: 2026-08-21
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/antigrams/id1112055588/reviews.md

## What is Antigrams?

Antigrams is a word game where the goal is to NOT make words.

“Surprisingly fun.” -Bennett Foddy, creator of QWOP

Move letters from the top of the stacks to fill the slots below. Be careful - any combination of 4 or more letters that can be arranged to form a word will bust you and add more letters to the grid. When the grid goes off the top of the screen you lose.

Features:

- Unique, brain-twisting gameplay
- Endless, randomized levels
- Global and friend-based leaderboards
- Single-player ranking system to track your progress
- Dozens of special slots and tiles 
- Original soundtrack from club legends Everybody House Mafia

## Key features

- Unique word-avoidance gameplay
- Endless randomized levels
- Global and friend leaderboards
- Single-player ranking system
- Special slots and tiles
- Original soundtrack

## Chart rankings

- #140 in Top Paid · Word (US App Store)

## Recent user reviews (9 of 9)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/antigrams/id1112055588/reviews.md

### 5/5 — My favorite word game

*2022-01-12*

What a clever idea here! It’s a refreshing twist on the genre. It’s challenging, but not frustrating. I find it more enjoyable and relaxing than other word games I’ve played. 

I do wish it saved progress mid-game if you have to quit during a long run, but it’s still fun regardless. I really appreciate the fair premium price with no ads or IAP, and it’s good on battery and storage, and the privacy policy is good too. Even though it could maybe use an update for larger screens, and to allow saving, it’s still good as is. 

Thank you for a good game!

### 4/5 — Great word game!

*2019-06-05*

I love this game- I think the idea is clever and creative, and I can play for literal hours at a time. The only issue I have is that sometimes I get “busted” for words that... The game doesn’t even have definitions for- my most recent example is VITA- i have no clue what that means, and clearly neither does the game! I don’t know what kind of dictionary is being used, but there’s not really the option to check or change that yet. I’ve also noticed some spellings to be decidedly British English, and as an American player, it gets a little confusing, and frustrating getting busted for a word that to me isn’t really a word.

All in all, AWESOME game, definitely worth the low price! I’d love to see some dictionary differences for sure, though.

### 4/5 — Fantastic but...

*2018-12-08*

I love this game, I've been playing it for awhile now and I realized something odd, when spell a word, when you click definition, it shows the word on top but no definition. Please fix and I'll give this game the best 5 star review you've ever seen.

### 5/5 — Cool word game!

*2017-03-22*

A neat twist on the word game. Now that I'm a big boy in the big city I can get some of the same feelings again I had playing GHOST with my dad!

### 5/5 — super clever twist on word games

*2017-02-27*

This game is keeping me up at night!! Love words games of all shapes and sizes but never played one where you are avoiding making words....UNTIL NOW. 👍🏼🤘🏼

### 5/5 — Challenging puzzle game from the designer of Drop7

*2017-02-24*

Despite being an entirely different game, Antigrams *feels* like Drop7. The simplicity of the mechanic and its UI belies something deeper -- a devilish, challenging, and thought-provoking inversion of our expectations of word games. Here, the vastness of the English language works against you. Worth playing for lovers and haters of language alike.

### 5/5 — Really nice little game

*2017-02-24*

This game is more clever than it looks at first glance. It twists your brain to fit a challenge that isn't posed by any other word games. It also looks and sounds nice, and is just smartly done overall.

### 5/5 — Preeeeetty dope.

*2017-02-24*

Super clever and a ton of fun. Can't wait to add this my morning commute game rotation.

### 5/5 — Woah

*2017-02-23*

Call me crazy, but the soundtrack strikes me as pleasantly Kanaga-esque!

## Frequently asked questions about Antigrams

### What is the main objective of Antigrams?

The main objective of Antigrams is to avoid making words. Players move letters to fill slots, and any combination of 4 or more letters that can form a word will result in a bust and add more letters to the grid.

### How does Antigrams handle difficulty?

Antigrams features endless, randomized levels, ensuring a unique challenge each time you play. The game also includes dozens of special slots and tiles that can alter gameplay dynamics.

### Can I play Antigrams with friends?

Yes, Antigrams offers both global and friend-based leaderboards, allowing you to compete with others and track your progress against your friends.

### What devices is Antigrams available on?

Antigrams is currently supported on iPhone and iPod devices.

### What is the age rating for Antigrams?

Antigrams has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of players.

### How often is Antigrams updated?

Antigrams was last updated on February 23, 2017, with version 1.0. The initial release date was also February 23, 2017.

### Does Antigrams have ads?

No, Antigrams does not contain advertisements, offering an uninterrupted gameplay experience.

### What is the price of Antigrams?

Antigrams is available for a one-time purchase of $0.99.

## Version history (last 1 release)

### 1.0 — 2017-02-23

This update from Apple will improve the functionality of this app. No new features are included.

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