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Bewilderword

Bewilderword

by Sean O'Connor

21 ratings
51 reviews
🎮 Games
📚 Education
🧩 Puzzle
📝 Word
Free
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Released
April 18, 2012
Updated
June 24, 2022

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Developer

Sean O'Connor
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🧾$0.99 - $5.99
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About

Unscramble a 9-letter word and find all possible words within it, hidden in a crossword-style grid. Each found word must include a specific red letter. Use intuitive drag-and-drop controls, shuffle tiles, or get a clue when stuck.

✓Scrambled 9-letter word puzzles
✓Crossword-style hidden word grid
✓Must use highlighted red letter
✓Drag-and-drop tile interface
✓Shuffle tiles for inspiration
✓Clue feature for assistance
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What users say about Bewilderword

Reviews of Bewilderword are mixed: the game is rated 3.5/5 from 21 App Store ratings. What users like most: keeps brain active, engaging word game. Top complaints: expensive pricing, weird English rules. Summarized from real user reviews.

Positive things

  • 🧠Keeps brain active
  • 💡Engaging word game
  • 🧩Crossword-like layout
  • 💰Good value for money
  • 👍Satisfying challenge
  • 💯High score achievement
  • 🥳Addictive gameplay

Negative things

  • 💸Expensive pricing
  • 🤔Weird English rules
  • 🐌Jerky tile movement
  • ❓Inconsistent word acceptance
  • 💰High cost for puzzles
  • 💰Monthly subscription too high
  • 💰Too expensive
  • 💰Ridiculous charges
  • 💰Overpriced
  • 💰Monthly fees outrageous
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What's New in Bewilderword

2.6.4

June 24, 2022

- more random initial letter positioning

10

Subscriptions & In-App Purchases

$0.99

February 2012 (US)

Puzzles for February 2012

User reviews

Most RecentHighest RatedLowest Rated

If you liked Wordstorm, you'll love this

Simple, engaging game. Just wish the menu was on the bottom like Wordstorm. And maybe a timer option. Great game and well worth the money.
AHAdventure Joe Hunter

Keeps my brain & mind active

I have the Wordstorm game by the same person and wanted to try this one. I love it! The crossword type layout gives you clues at to what other words you can make from the letters
CCrazymum

VERY FRUSTRATING GAME

Love WordStorm, but not this one.
Not a relaxing experience.
Not recommended.
Nnamelesstwo

Love it. Maybe add dark theme please?

Developers only reply to people they know.

00,04/ Weds 24 Feb 21/ Bewilderword is a favourite and we compete when able, although with migraines (me) and cluster headaches (friend) there’s times when one or both of us can’t look at the screen. / 🌷 Sean, could you consider a dark theme option please on opening page & calendar views? Maybe slate grey? It would be the cherry 🍒 on the ice cream. kind regards.
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DDandyHighwayman7609

Bug issues (or user stupidity!)

I’ve run the game once, played for 30 minutes, shut it down. Now when it loads I can only purchase the back catalog of puzzles for $5.99, no other button responds. I’m sorry but one brief play is not enough to justify turning $6 of a fixed income to the developer.
GGlensterTX
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User experience

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Reported Bugs

8 issues

Menu buttons unresponsive after first play

Bug

Fails to load on iOS 15

Bug

Cannot recall tiles by double tapping

Bug

Double tap to restart word not working

Bug

Family share broken

Bug

Month's game not received after payment

Bug

Current game disappeared after update

Bug

Old games limited in number after update

Bug
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Requested Features

7 requests

Menu on the bottom

Feature

Timer option

Feature

Dark theme option

Feature

Sync game across devices

Feature

Ability to find definitions of words

Feature

Discount for bulk puzzle purchases

Feature

One-time payment option for all puzzles

Feature

FAQ

What is Bewilderword?

Bewilderword is a word puzzle game where you are given a 9-letter word that has been scrambled. Your goal is to find all the possible words that can be made from those letters, which are hidden in a crossword-like grid. The unique challenge is that every word you find must contain a specific highlighted red letter.

How do I play Bewilderword?

You play by dragging tiles from the tile rack to form words. Double-tapping will return placed tiles to the rack. Shaking your device shuffles the tiles on the rack. The objective is to find all hidden words, ideally without using any clues.

Is Bewilderword free to play?

The app is free to download and play. It offers in-app purchases, which may be used for features like hints or other game enhancements. There are no advertisements within the game.

What are the main features of Bewilderword?

Key features include solving puzzles based on a scrambled 9-letter word, finding hidden words in a crossword grid, a mandatory red letter requirement for found words, intuitive tile dragging and shuffling, and a clue system to help when you get stuck.

Who is Bewilderword designed for?

This app is designed for players who enjoy word games, logic puzzles, and vocabulary challenges. It's suitable for anyone looking for a mentally stimulating game that can be played on the go.