# Balda - word game online — A word game for whole family

> Online and offline word game for all ages with multiplayer and AI modes. (iPhone/iPad app by Valentin Tsimbalyuk.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/balda-word-game-online/id1207194160 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Valentin Tsimbalyuk](https://appshunter.io/developer/325299686)
- Category: Games, Entertainment, Family, Word
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 2.30/5 from 15 App Store ratings · 129 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 13.0 · 127 MB
- Languages: American English, Russian
- Released: 2017-04-06
- Data updated: 2026-08-26
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/balda-word-game-online/id1207194160/reviews.md

## What is Balda?

Balda - word game full online/offline access.
Play on the Internet without registration and for free.
Features:
● A diagonal move game type has been added.
● Play with friends (2 to 10 players) on the same board.
● Personal account (avatar, name, friends).
● Hints.
● Enter words on the board as you like: either swipe through an empty cell or first insert a letter.
● Add your words directly to the board with an robot or with a friend on the same device.
● Delete a word directly in the game with an robot or with a friend on the same device.
● Safe chat.
● Play online for free and without registration.
● Play against the device.
● Intuitive controls.
● 16 types of field sizes from 2x2 to 9x9.
● Timed play (choose the time from 15 seconds to 5 minutes).
● Ability to disable time.
● The robot player adapts to your playing style (you can change the robot's strength directly in the game).
● Constantly updated dictionary.
● Changeable background.
● Additional alphabet and keyboard layout settings.
● Ability to change player names.

Rules:
In the middle of the field the word is selected.
You compose a word consisting of letters already on the field and necessarily one new letter that you add.
The longer the word you come up with, the more points you get.
One letter is one point.
Then the opponent goes, adding a new letter, and so on in turn.
Words in one game can not be repeated.
The word is composed of letters that are sequentially in any direction from cell to cell up, down, left or right.
You can use only nouns in their main form, that is, in the singular and nominative.
Words that exist only in the plural - LIBRA - are resolved.
The game ends when the last square of the field is filled. The one who has more points wins.

Good luck!

## Key features

- Online/offline play
- Multiplayer (2-10 players)
- Play against AI
- Hints available
- Customizable board sizes
- Timed play options
- Personal accounts

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| A month without ads | $4.49 | per month |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove ads | $6.99 | one-time |
| 100 tips for words | $0.99 | one-time |
| 100 tips for words | $0.99 | one-time |
| add 1000 tips | $4.99 | one-time |
| add 1000000 tips | $109.99 | one-time |
| Add 50 coins | $0.99 | one-time |
| Add 100 coins | $1.99 | one-time |
| Add 500 coins | $3.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (10 of 129)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/balda-word-game-online/id1207194160/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Постоянно зависает

*2026-07-18*

Игра постоянно зависает на iPhone 16 pro max и не дает вводить слова, после зависания экран начинаем бесконечно моргать

### 2/5 — Зависает

*2026-07-18*

Игра постоянно зависает

Еще ни разу не смогли доиграть

### 4/5 — Супер)

*2026-05-14*

Отличная игра, здорово расширяет словарный запас и эрудицию, а ещё славно коротает время)
Правда со словарём бывают проблемы, несколько сомнительные слова попадаются

### 5/5 — Прекрасный пластилин для мозга

*2026-04-03, version 121*

Создателю новой версии игры 5 звезд.  Игра стала более интересной, развивает смекалку , сообразительность и тренирует мозг

### 1/5 — Верните предыдущую версию игры

*2026-04-02, version 121*

Случайно обновилась, выглядит очень по-дурацкому не удобно и колхозно. Или подскажите как скачать прежнюю версию

### 1/5 — Реклама не дает играть

*2026-03-31, version 121*

Ладно бы просто реклама, это еще можно как-то терпеть. Но здесь реклама не дает играть. Постоянно висят два рекламных банера. Вверху и внизу экрана. Рекламный банер внизу экрана перекрывает игровое поле и поле выбора буквы. После оформления подписки обещают убрать рекламу вверху экрана. А внизу?? Останется?? После удаления приложения, покупка не сохраняется!? Почему?
Короче, удалить и забыть.

### 2/5 — Ужас!!!

*2026-03-25, version 120*

Верните струю версию!

### 1/5 — Все устаревшее(

*2026-03-18, version 120*

Эластан, мастив и пр. — вы серьезно не в курсе что есть такие слова? И почему есть слово камаз и нет названий других брендов?)) Множественное число тоже то есть, то нет

### 2/5 — Обновление

*2026-03-06*

Играла очень много лет. После обновления, с большим сожалением, пришлось удалить. Так поглумиться над интерфейсом….

### 2/5 — Зависает

*2026-03-05, version 120*

После обновления игра зависает , не могу доиграть до конца . До обновления все было нормально

## Frequently asked questions about Balda

### What is Balda?

Balda is a word game where players create words using existing letters on the board and adding one new letter. The goal is to score points by forming longer words. It can be played online or offline, with friends or against the device.

### Can I play Balda offline?

Yes, Balda offers full offline access, allowing you to play against the device or with friends on the same device without an internet connection.

### How many players can play Balda online?

Balda supports multiplayer games for 2 to 10 players on the same board, allowing for dynamic and engaging word battles with friends.

### Does Balda have ads?

Yes, Balda contains advertisements. There is a subscription option available for $4.49 per month to remove ads.

### What are the different field sizes in Balda?

Balda offers a wide variety of field sizes, ranging from 2x2 up to 9x9, allowing players to customize the challenge and gameplay experience.

### Can I play Balda on my iPhone or iPad?

Yes, Balda is supported on iPhones and iPads, providing a consistent word-gaming experience across Apple devices.

### What is the age rating for Balda?

Balda has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for children and families to enjoy together.

### How often is Balda updated?

The latest version of Balda was released on March 4, 2026, indicating regular updates to the game. The dictionary is also constantly updated.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 121 — 2026-03-30

Check out the game settings (the gear icon in the main menu) where you can customize the keyboard, color, effects, and much more.
The marker and some elements have been changed to softer colors.
The game's appearance themes have been refined.
The background of the word you're composing now matches the color of the marker on the board.
A new theme has been added: Dark Theme. oooo
Added the option to disable the display of the number of letters in composed words.
The roulette wheel now displays an additional field with coins, which will be counted toward your reward after watching an ad. This applies if the icon for the button to spin the wheel previously showed an ad and coins.

### 120 — 2026-03-04

Check out the game settings (the gear icon in the main menu) where you can customize your keyboard, color, effects, and more.
A bug that prevented the old dictionary version from loading has been fixed. In the old version of the app, this was resolved by resetting the dictionary.
Animation has become smoother.

### 119 — 2026-02-27

Check out the game settings (the gear icon in the main menu) where you can customize your keyboard, color, effects, and much more.
Themes similar to the previous version have been added.
The ability to choose the type of word list has been added: in one shared column, or for two players separately in two columns.
Stats for STRENGTH have been adjusted.
Letter color saturation has been reduced, making them softer.

### 118 — 2026-02-17

- Check out the game settings (the gear icon in the main menu) where you can customize the keyboard, color, effects, and much more.
- Added markers for highlighting letters on the board.
- Added the ability to select a marker for each type of move on the board.
- Added the option to remove the letter wave effect in the background under the board when inserting a new letter.
- Added the option to hide the highlighted letter in the word list.
- The user's dictionary is not changed without consent when updating the main dictionary.
- The local and online leaderboards have been adjusted.

### 116 — 2026-02-04

- Hurray! A diagonal game type has been added as an additional game—a new niche for your high scores.
- Statistics are now separated by game type: with a robot, with friends, and online.
- The design has been improved to be more minimalistic.
- The alphabet layout can now be selected as on a keyboard.
- The alphabet panel can now be resized.
- The field fill has become softer.
- The background can now be changed to colors specially selected for designers.
- A word hint is displayed by practically tapping on it.
- The length of the word being composed is shown.
- A no-lose roulette has been added, allowing you to collect more coins.
- A friend is now marked in the list of online games.
- A friend's avatar is now marked in the list of players.
- Slots for saving current games have been added.

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