# Catena > Word chain game to challenge vocabulary skills against others or AI. (iPhone/iPad app by FUSEE.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/catena/id742305969 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [FUSEE](https://appshunter.io/developer/410295259) - Category: Games, Education - Price: Free - Rating: 3.80/5 from 44 App Store ratings · 50 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 8.0 · 38 MB - Languages: English - Released: 2014-04-21 - Data updated: 2026-06-10 - Monetization: freemium - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/catena/id742305969/reviews.md ## What is Catena? CULT OF MAC - "Enables Lessons Onscreen, Encouraging Ingenious Usage. Sagebrush." ~ Evan Killham BEAUTIFUL PIXELS - "A Beautiful Word Game That Will Challenge Your Vocabulary" ~ Amar Kohli NEW TIME MODE IS AVAILABLE FOR PRO PLAYERS! Ready to challenge your vocabulary skills? Catena is here with 275.000 words! Build a word chain with Catena. Use the last letters of your opponent's word to make another word. That simple! Challenge real people around the world with Turn Based matches over Game Center. Enjoy Single Player matches with different difficulty levels and game modes, in which you will be challenging your "smart" iPhone/iPad. "Advanced" & "Pro" single player difficulties with "Killer Letter" game play mode and beautiful colour themes for your game board are available with an upgrade. Keep your gameplay stats synchronised between your devices with iCloud. Only on App Store! ## Key features - Build word chains - Challenge real players globally - Single player matches - Multiple difficulty levels - New Time Mode for Pro players - iCloud sync ## Recent user reviews (10 of 50) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/catena/id742305969/reviews.md ### 1/5 — Minute lexicon *2022-09-09, version 2.5.5* Countless words are not included in the game’s dictionary. Horribly designed system; people with a broad vocabulary will be frustrated in every single-player game. And I hope you all know your Masoretic Hebrew and redneck slang, ‘cause this game sure does. ### 4/5 — Fun game but out of date *2022-09-05, version 2.5.5* Very enjoyable but needs an update for the 4yr old phone design (iPhone x and newer) screens ### 5/5 — Update! *2022-06-18, version 2.5.5* I love this game and wish there was a new update! I can still play single player but the screen does not fit anymore. I have tried multiple player but I don’t think it connects with the updated iOS. ### 1/5 — Doesn’t use real words *2019-03-20, version 2.5.5* I liked this game until the bot played “atchieving”. 😑 ### 4/5 — Catena *2019-01-26, version 2.5.5* Fun to so far as single player... not sure that the multiplayer option actually works though b/c I've never been able to actually play anyone at all so far?! Be nice if u were given more lives or if they refilled faster too.... ### 4/5 — Great App *2018-01-20, version 2.5.5* Can’t figure out Multiplayer. Would love to play with friends but having trouble figuring it out. Love the concept of this app. Dictionary is a little behind with certain medical terminology but that’s alright. ### 1/5 — Multiplayer doesn't work *2016-09-03, version 2.0.6* Multi doesn't work and email to company goes unanswered, I liked it plenty but now it's just sad😟 ### 3/5 — If multiplayer actually worked... *2016-08-23, version 2.0.6* This is a really great game, but the multiplayer doesn't work well. Please work on that. ### 2/5 — Fun original can't get multiplayer to work *2016-03-24, version 2.0.6* Disappointing -- playing against a computer isn't the greatest. Fix the bug! ### 1/5 — Love it! *2016-02-03, version 2.0.6* Would give it 5 stars but I can't get multiplayer to work. It just shows the loading sign forever until I force close the app. I even upgraded/paid for the app stupidly thinking it would solve the issue but nope. Deleted and reinstalled the app, still not working. Fix that and it gets 5 stars. Awesome game and simple to play ## Frequently asked questions about Catena ### What is Catena? Catena is a word game designed to challenge your vocabulary. Players build word chains by using the last letters of their opponent's word to form a new one. It offers both competitive multiplayer matches and single-player challenges against AI. ### How do you play Catena? The core gameplay involves creating a chain of words. You start by forming a word, and then your opponent must use the last letter of your word to begin their own word. This continues back and forth, testing your ability to find words quickly and strategically. ### Is Catena free to play? The base game is free to download and play. However, certain advanced features such as "Killer Letter" gameplay mode, new color themes, and advanced/pro single-player difficulties are available through an upgrade, indicating a freemium model. ### Can I play Catena on multiple devices? Yes, the app supports iCloud synchronization. This allows you to keep your gameplay statistics seamlessly synced across your different Apple devices, so you can pick up where you left off on any of your devices. ### Who is Catena for? This app is ideal for anyone who enjoys word games, wants to improve their vocabulary, or is looking for a fun and mentally stimulating challenge. It's suitable for casual players and those who enjoy competitive online gaming. ## Version history (last 1 release) ### 2.5.5 — 2017-09-28 This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon. - iOS 11 Support ## Apps similar to Catena | App | Rating | Price | Category | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [PickAPair Maltese - English](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pickapair-maltese-english/id1500576240) | — | Free | Games | | [Kids puzzle games for toddler](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kids-puzzle-games-for-toddler/id1551774920) | 4.1 (42) | Free | Games | | [Shuffle ►](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shuffle/id641012240) | 3.9 (34) | Free | Games | | [アイコンの達人 – 暇つぶしアニメ映画パズルクイズゲーム](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/id708223020) | 4.7 (3) | Free | Games | | [Word Search - Armenian (West.)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/word-search-armenian-west/id1385775780) | 5.0 (2) | Free | Games | | [WordFab - Crossword Puzzles!](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wordfab-crossword-puzzles/id1387132780) | 4.7 (643) | Free | Games | ## More apps by FUSEE - [Word Train - Challenge Your Vocabulary](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/word-train-challenge-your-vocabulary/id1059749063) - [Detective Helfrid](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/detective-helfrid/id1083399978) - [Colorax](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/colorax/id1191440715) - [Planet Idle](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/planet-idle/id1441908733) - [Idle Castle](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/idle-castle/id1454627218) All apps by FUSEE: https://appshunter.io/developer/410295259 --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-06-10.*