# Crossword Island — a word vacation for your brain

> A connected word puzzle game with achievements and adjustable difficulty. (iPhone/iPad app by Jay Bacal.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/crossword-island/id1466186846 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Jay Bacal](https://appshunter.io/developer/436790004)
- Category: Games, Puzzle, Word
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.90/5 from 14 App Store ratings · 9 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 12+
- Requires: iOS 10.0 · 99 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2019-08-24
- Data updated: 2026-09-02
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/crossword-island/id1466186846/reviews.md

## What is Crossword Island?

We are Jay and Julia Bacal - the husband and wife team that brought you Chain of Thought.  Today, we are super excited to announce our newest word game - Crossword Island.

If you like crossword puzzles - or if you solve the "Wheel" game show puzzles before the contestants - then Crossword Island should become your next destination.

* Solve 100's of fun "connected word" puzzles
* Earn over 50 achievements
* Compete for high score with the world
* 3 difficulty settings (easy, medium and hard)
* Request crossword-style verbal clues
* Use Reveal-A-Letter power-ups
* Dig for daily treasure to get free coins
* Expand your vocabulary with instant definitions

So kick back with a tropical drink, relax to the sounds of surf and seagulls and send your brain on a well-deserved word vacation with Crossword Island!

## Key features

- Hundreds of connected word puzzles
- Over 50 achievements
- Global high score competition
- 3 difficulty settings
- Verbal clue requests
- Reveal-A-Letter power-ups
- Daily treasure for coins

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Puzzle Pack 2 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Puzzle Pack 3 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Puzzle Pack 4 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Puzzle Pack 5 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Unlock Puzzle Packs 2-5 | $1.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (9 of 9)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/crossword-island/id1466186846/reviews.md

### 4/5 — Good ..

*2021-06-27, version 1.164*

Fun little easy relaxing game but I wish there were more, ive played all 5 rounds. Will more be coming?

### 5/5 — Need more packs!

*2020-03-04, version 1.164*

Breezed thru them all, want more. Any plans?

### 5/5 — Good value

*2019-10-27, version 1.164*

We enjoy your games and have found them to be an excellent value. Lovers of word games and folk looking to keep their wits sharp are bound to be happy with crossword island.

### 5/5 — Word-Tastic!

*2019-09-15, version 1.164*

I usually don’t like crosswords, but can’t stop playing Crossword Island.  Great for all ages.

### 5/5 — Fun With Crosswords!!

*2019-09-06, version 1.164*

Another great game from Jay Bacal.  Check out the challenge of making words with fun graphics!!

### 5/5 — Happy with Words

*2019-08-29, version 1.16*

This game makes my brain happy! Love this.

### 4/5 — Like it

*2019-08-28, version 1.1*

I like this game but please explain the following:
Total points: these accumulate each game.  Then what happens?
What happens to bonus words
What happens to points accumulated for bonus points
What do these symbols mean:
Eye
Spyglass (has a number next to it)
Clock. Is this the time it takes for each game?
Thank you

### 5/5 — Really fun and easy to pick up!

*2019-08-27, version 1.1*

This app is a gem! I’ve been playing it for over an hour today and have loved every second of it. The gameplay is simple, yet the puzzles are challenging (especially on hard difficulty) and have a variety that is much appreciated. I highly recommend this app for all word game lovers.

### 5/5 — Fun

*2019-08-26, version 1.0*

A fun word game with pretty design. The bonus words are a unique and much appreciated mechanic.

## Frequently asked questions about Crossword Island

### What kind of puzzles does Crossword Island feature?

Crossword Island offers hundreds of fun 'connected word' puzzles. These puzzles are designed to challenge your vocabulary and word association skills.

### Can I play Crossword Island offline?

The provided data does not specify if Crossword Island supports offline play. It is recommended to check the app store listing or contact the developer for this information.

### Does Crossword Island have ads?

No, Crossword Island does not contain advertisements. This allows for an uninterrupted puzzle-solving experience.

### How often is Crossword Island updated?

The latest version of Crossword Island is 1.164, last updated on September 3, 2019. This indicates infrequent updates since its release in August 2019.

### What is the age rating for Crossword Island?

Crossword Island has an age rating of 12+. This suggests it is suitable for players aged 12 and older.

### What devices are supported by Crossword Island?

Crossword Island is supported on iPhone, iPad, and iPod. It is designed for iOS devices.

### How does the high score competition work in Crossword Island?

Players can compete for high scores with others worldwide. This feature adds a competitive element to the word puzzle gameplay.

### Are there any in-app purchases in Crossword Island?

Yes, Crossword Island has in-app purchases. These may include items like coins or power-ups to enhance gameplay.

## Version history (last 4 releases)

### 1.164 — 2019-09-03

*Now the "Watch Video" flamingo only appears if there is a reward ad available.

### 1.16 — 2019-08-29

*Added an "Email Us" button on the Settings Screen.  Why?  Because we'd love to hear from you!

### 1.1 — 2019-08-26

-fixes handling of purchasing puzzle packs separately
-fixes position and size of double islands
-fixes position of manta ray
-reduces size of seagulls texture
-slices puzzle select map background into 6 smaller textures
-fixes priority of clue container
-fixes Admob load video logic
-fixes spelling in error message

### 1.0 — 2019-08-25

No release notes.

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