# Mind the Signal — Rebuild words. Beat the static

> Tactile word puzzle game with a retro communication receiver theme. (iPhone/iPad app by Mind Wasted.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mind-the-signal/id6800603118 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Mind Wasted](https://appshunter.io/developer/1843218176)
- Category: Games, Education, Puzzle, Word
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.0 · 35 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2026-09-01
- Data updated: 2026-09-04
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mind-the-signal/id6800603118/reviews.md

## What is Mind the Signal?

Four damaged words. Seven glyphs. One signal rapidly disappearing into static.

Mind the Signal is a tactile word puzzle built into a pocket-sized communications receiver inspired by the wonderfully overcomplicated technology of the 1980s.

Select a glyph. Patch a missing letter. Lock the word. Complete three five-lock segments before the transmission is lost.

Simple in theory. So was setting the clock on a VCR.

INTERCEPT

The carrier is fading and signal strength is always falling. Correctly completed words recover it. Wrong placements add interference. Let the signal reach 0% and the transmission is lost!

OPEN CHANNEL

The same word-repair system without signal loss. Work at your own pace, recover themed transmissions, and operate an unreasonable number of illuminated controls without an immediate communications emergency.

DAILY

One shared 15-lock transmission every day. One ranked attempt. No hints. No signal restores. Completion time posts to Game Center, where the permanent record of your radio-operating competence is available for public inspection.

RECEIVER SPECIFICATIONS

- Four damaged words displayed simultaneously
- A seven-glyph repair tray containing answers and decoys
- Themed transmissions to recover
- Three archive fidelity levels: Recovered, Verified, and Mastered
- Ranked Daily play, followed by unranked practice
- A persistent archive tracking every recovered signal
- Tons of visual customization to fine-tune the receiver to your specifications

Mind the Signal is free to play. Optional rewarded ads can bank hints or restore a failed signal. Occasional interstitials appear between rounds. Turns out that communications infrastructure is not free.

The one-time Operator Upgrade removes every ad, starts each new Intercept or Open Channel with up to four hints, makes the once-per-run Intercept restore immediate, and expands receiver customization to 100 style combinations

The words are incomplete. The carrier is fading. You are now on shift.

## Key features

- Repair damaged words with glyphs
- Timed signal loss challenges
- Untimed practice mode
- Daily shared puzzles
- Ranked leaderboards
- Visual customization options

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Operator Upgrade | $2.99 | one-time |



## Frequently asked questions about Mind the Signal

### What is Mind the Signal?

Mind the Signal is a word puzzle game where players repair damaged words using glyphs before a signal fades. It features timed challenges, untimed practice, and daily puzzles.

### How do you play Mind the Signal?

You select a glyph to patch a missing letter in a damaged word. Completing words recovers the signal, while incorrect placements add interference. The goal is to complete segments before the signal reaches 0%.

### Does Mind the Signal have ads?

Yes, Mind the Signal contains advertisements. Optional rewarded ads can be viewed to bank hints or restore a failed signal, and occasional interstitials appear between rounds.

### What are the game modes in Mind the Signal?

Mind the Signal offers 'Intercept' for timed challenges with signal loss, 'Open Channel' for untimed practice, and 'Daily' for a shared daily puzzle with ranked attempts.

### Can I play Mind the Signal offline?

The description does not specify offline play capabilities. However, the daily shared transmission and Game Center leaderboards suggest an internet connection may be required for full functionality.

### What is the Operator Upgrade in Mind the Signal?

The one-time Operator Upgrade removes all ads, provides starting hints for Intercept and Open Channel modes, makes signal restores immediate, and expands receiver customization options.

### What devices is Mind the Signal available on?

Mind the Signal is available on iPhone and iPod devices, as indicated by the supported devices list.

### How often is Mind the Signal updated?

The latest version is 1.0.0, and the app was last updated on September 1, 2026. Further update frequency is not detailed in the provided information.

## Version history (last 1 release)

### 1.0.0 — 2026-09-01

No release notes.

## More apps by Mind Wasted

- [Mind The Door](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mind-the-door/id6758810058)

All apps by Mind Wasted: https://appshunter.io/developer/1843218176

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