# Backwords Game

> Reverse word guessing game for friends to test listening skills. (iPhone/iPad app by MFX Studios.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/backwords-game/id689283221 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [MFX Studios](https://appshunter.io/developer/344206779)
- Category: Games, Entertainment, Family, Word
- Price: Free
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings · 122 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 18.6 · 13 MB
- Languages: American English, French (France), German (Germany), Italian, Brazilian Portuguese, Russian, European Spanish
- Released: 2013-11-19
- Data updated: 2026-09-01
- Monetization: ad-supported
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/backwords-game/id689283221/reviews.md

## What is Backwords Game?

Backwords Game is a delightful and engaging game that involves guessing words in reverse. Select a word and send the recording to your friend. Your friend will listen to the word played in reverse and then replicate exactly what they hear. Subsequently, their recording will be reversed and played forwards, enabling them to hear and guess the original word! Mastering this game requires a sharp ear and quick thinking.  

You can play with distant friends using Game Center or free play passing the device between friends.

Good luck!

## Key features

- Guess words played in reverse
- Send reversed recordings to friends
- Test listening and guessing skills
- Play with distant friends via Game Center
- Local play by passing the device

## What do users think of Backwords Game?

Overall sentiment: negative

**Pros**

- 😄 Fun and entertaining concept
- 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Great for playing with friends and family
- 🎮 Hilarious backwards audio playback
- 🎯 Original and innovative game idea
- 👍 Easy to use interface

**Cons**

- 🐛 App crashes frequently on launch
- 🎤 Voice recognition fails consistently
- 🔊 Audio playback issues - can't hear recordings
- 💸 Requires paid version for multiple games
- 🌐 Multiplayer/online functionality broken
- 📱 Only works with pass-and-play locally
- ⚠️ Poor performance on various devices
- 🔄 Constant glitches and freezing
- 🎙️ Doesn't record voice properly

**Commonly reported bugs**

- App closes immediately upon opening
- Voice recognition doesn't detect words
- Audio playback completely silent
- Multiplayer matches won't create or progress
- Game crashes when inviting friends without app installed
- Freezes during versus mode gameplay
- Recording fails with 'error' message
- Wrong audio plays back (shows own recording instead of opponent's)
- Game gets stuck on screens during multiplayer
- Repeated 'didn't catch that' errors despite clear speech

**Most requested features**

- Online multiplayer with distant friends
- Text or messenger integration for remote play
- Ability to replay your own recording after guessing
- Better voice recognition accuracy
- Free unlimited games without paywall
- Game Center compatibility fixes
- Support for different accents and languages

## Recent user reviews (10 of 122)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/backwords-game/id689283221/reviews.md

### 5/5 — WHAT

*2025-11-30*

I can’t even get in and my friend got it and she can’t even hear it

**Developer response:** New update is out give it a try!

### 1/5 — Used to be great, but…

*2025-07-29*

I remembered how much I loved this game a long time ago. So I gladly redownloaded it and to my surprise it closes instantly after I try to open it! A real bummer considering how fun the game was. Please try to fix this, I know it’s been around 9 years but really want to play it again. 🔥✅🧋

**Developer response:** Update is coming with more features!

### 1/5 — Nicht öffnen

*2023-08-15*

Die App öffnet sich nicht

### 2/5 — Not good

*2023-06-27*

A few years ago me and my sister played it so i thought it would be fun to get it on my phone when i just remembered about it. But it won’t let me ipen the app.

**Developer response:** New update is out with new features. Give it a try!

### 1/5 — Bad

*2022-12-08, version 1.53*

This doesn’t work anymore it never comes on it just comes back on so I deleted it it happend to my sister too!

### 1/5 — IT WONT LET ME USE IT 😡😡😡

*2022-11-23*

so I was watching a video called backwards word challenge and I thought it would be fun to get the app but when I got it....IT WOULD NOT LET ME USE IT!!!!! so I kept redownloading and redownloading but I still couldn't open it! *its just not worth it....*

### 5/5 — Evantube4life

*2022-10-09, version 1.53*

Saw it on evantube

### 3/5 — айфон 8+

*2022-07-25*

как только заходишь в приложение, вылетает.

### 1/5 — Приложение не работает

*2022-06-29*

Приложение при запуске вылетает!!! Разработчики, пожалуйста почините его!(

### 2/5 — Does not open

*2022-06-16, version 1.53*

Bro this app doesn’t even open for me, pls fix!!!

## Frequently asked questions about Backwords Game

### What is Backwords Game?

Backwords Game is a mobile application designed for a unique word-guessing experience. Players are presented with words played in reverse and must guess the original word based on the reversed audio.

### How do you play Backwords Game?

You select a word and send its reversed recording to a friend. Your friend listens to the reversed word and tries to replicate it. Then, their recording is reversed and played forward for them to guess the original word.

### Can I play with friends who are not nearby?

Yes, the game supports playing with distant friends through Game Center integration. This allows for remote multiplayer sessions.

### Is Backwords Game free to play?

The game is free to download and play. It is supported by advertisements.

### What skills does this game help develop?

Mastering Backwords Game requires a sharp ear for distinguishing sounds and quick thinking to decipher the reversed words. It helps improve auditory perception and cognitive processing.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.1.0 — 2026-04-08

Give the new Adventure mode a try!

### 2.0.1 — 2025-12-30

Bug fixes

### 2.0.0 — 2025-12-23

Critical bugs fixes
Adds Daily Challenge and Achievements. 
You can now play solo and practices with word categories

### 1.53 — 2016-04-22

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

bug fixes

### 1.52 — 2016-04-14

bug fixes

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All apps by MFX Studios: https://appshunter.io/developer/344206779

## Related topics

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