# Crossword Replay

> Crossword solver with replay, statistics, and favorite clue features. (iPhone/iPad app by Michael Rogers.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/crossword-replay/id1525772049 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Michael Rogers](https://appshunter.io/developer/626515435)
- Category: Games, Entertainment, Casual, Puzzle
- Price: Free
- Rating: 2.60/5 from 5 App Store ratings · 1 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 14.3 · 2 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2020-09-16
- Data updated: 2026-06-04
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/crossword-replay/id1525772049/reviews.md

## What is Crossword Replay?

Crossword Replay lets you solve crosswords and then replay the puzzle, at whatever speed you choose, square-by-square, so you can see where you went wrong and then (hopefully) recovered. It's fun, it's free, and it works with any crosswords in a .puz format. Crossword fans have been clamoring for this capability for years, and now it's here! 

Version 2.0 now includes the ability to save playback files (shared via iCloud Drive, so get to them from anywhere); the ability to control playback speed, and pause during playback to contemplate a particularly thorny point; calculate statistics, including median solve times (much better than the average); make a note of your favorite clues so you can study them at your leisure.

All this for a low, low price of $0

## Key features

- Square-by-square replay
- Adjustable playback speed
- Save playback files
- Calculate solve statistics
- Favorite clue notes
- Supports .puz format

## Recent user reviews (1 of 1)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/crossword-replay/id1525772049/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Cant access the navigation bar due to the keyboard

*2024-03-22*

Cant access the navigation bar due to the keyboard  and app crashes sometimes

## Frequently asked questions about Crossword Replay

### What is Crossword Replay?

Crossword Replay is a free game that allows you to solve crosswords and then replay your solving process square-by-square. This helps you identify where you made mistakes and how you recovered.

### Does Crossword Replay have ads?

No, Crossword Replay is ad-free, providing an uninterrupted solving experience.

### What file formats does Crossword Replay support?

Crossword Replay supports any crosswords in a .puz format.

### Can I save my crossword replays?

Yes, version 2.0 of Crossword Replay allows you to save playback files via iCloud Drive, making them accessible from any device.

### What kind of statistics does Crossword Replay offer?

Crossword Replay calculates statistics such as median solve times, which are more informative than average solve times.

### How does Crossword Replay compare to other crossword apps?

Crossword Replay's unique feature is its ability to replay puzzles square-by-square, allowing for detailed analysis of your solving habits, which is not commonly found in other crossword applications.

### What devices is Crossword Replay available on?

Crossword Replay is available on Mac, iPhone, iPad, and iPod.

### How often is Crossword Replay updated?

The latest version, 2.0.3, was released on July 31, 2021. The app was initially released on September 16, 2020.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.0.3 — 2021-07-31

Fixed a bug when starting a puzzle on one device and then completing it on another, statistics would not appear in the correct day

### 2.0.2 — 2021-07-25

Big change: autosave is now enabled, so you don't have to manually save your .crosswordreplay file (although you still can, there is a setting to turn autosave on and off). 
Little change: It is now possible to delete individual times -- swipe left, and that impossibly fast solve will be a thing of the past.
Fixes: When deleting a puzzle, you will now be presented with an "Are you sure?" dialog first. The Help screen has been redone tweaked. Behind the scenes, the code has been refined to make way for even more changes, coming soon!

### 2.0.1 — 2021-07-17

After a puzzle has been completed, clues can be selected by tapping in the grid (but the contents cannot be edited). When playback is paused, the last square displayed now remains highlighted. The "revealer" button does a much better job of identifying errors. Miscellaneous bug fixes have been quashed. Under the hood, there have been some improvements as well.

### 2.0 — 2021-07-16

It now saves results to iCloud Drive so you can pick up where you left off on any other device (iPhone, iPad or Mac). It also maintains statistics -- fastest, slowest, average and (due to popular demand) median time, broken down by the day of the week. It now works with rebuses. Playback can now be paused so you contemplate your work. Favorite clues have also been added, no longer do you have to jot down interesting clues in some dusty notebook. There are performance improvements as well, and a completely redesigned UI.

### 1.0 — 2020-09-16

No release notes.

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