# Moxie Classic

> Word transformation game involving building and evolving words from a letter hand. (iPhone/iPad app by Daisy Wheels, Inc..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/moxie-classic/id309662269 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Daisy Wheels, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1326338988)
- Category: Games, Entertainment, Puzzle, Word
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.70/5 from 503 App Store ratings · 323 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 13.0 · 17 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2009-03-31
- Data updated: 2026-08-31
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/moxie-classic/id309662269/reviews.md

## What is Moxie Classic?

Moxie is the original word transformation game...EASY to learn, but CHALLENGING to master.

"Can't. Stop. Playing." - Mashable.com

"Phenomenal!" - 148Apps.com

"Every bit of the game is good." - TheAppera.com

Over 900,000 Moxie games have been downloaded and over 70,000,000 games have been played. 

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HOW TO PLAY
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Moxie is all about transforming words into new words. You start with a hand of 52 letters that you go through "Solitaire" style. Place each letter on the board or "Pass". If you "Pass" you can't go back to that letter.

You score points by:

1. Making unique words with the letters

2. Transforming your words into other words by adding and replacing letters. For example: "TIN" becomes "TINE" which becomes "TILE" which becomes "TILED" and so on.

3. Spelling special "Moxie words" for bonus points

Once you spell a word and start transforming it into other words, don't break the word chain! That's a "Twaddle" and you'll lose points.

There's no time limit and while it helps to know a lot of words, Moxie will more greatly reward those who like to think strategically.
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Features:
 - HD graphics support for iPad and Retina displays 
 - Pick up right where you left off
 - Global leader board
 - Short tutorial video (no internet required)
 - Ergonomic design
 - Relaxing and refreshing gameplay
 - Wholesome

## Key features

- Transform words into new words
- Score points by making unique words
- Score points by transforming words
- Spell special "Moxie words" for bonus points
- Avoid "Twaddle" to not lose points
- Relaxing and refreshing gameplay
- HD graphics support

## What do users think of Moxie Classic?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 💡 Challenging and strategic
- 👍 Addictive and fun
- 🧠 Exercises the brain
- 👍 Easy to learn, hard to master
- 👍 Quick and relaxing gameplay

**Cons**

- 🐛 Inconsistent word acceptance
- 🤔 Frustrating letter distribution
- 🤔 Lack of new categories/features
- 🤔 Outdated/discontinued versions

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Tutorial video not working
- Game freezes/crashes
- Saved progress not syncing
- Compatibility issues with newer devices

**Most requested features**

- Add hint/undo feature
- Expand word list/dictionary
- Introduce more game modes
- Improve letter distribution
- Add landscape mode support

## Recent user reviews (10 of 323)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/moxie-classic/id309662269/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Moxie rocks

*2026-06-13, version 2.2.6*

This game is just captivating one of the best word games on the App Store

### 5/5 — Free and fun

*2026-06-02, version 2.2.6*

Fun game, free and no ads. Can’t beat that.

### 5/5 — Happy Me

*2025-08-23, version 2.2.6*

Moxie, where have you been all my life? I absolutely love this game. I’m a word puzzle girl, and I love this one still figuring it out. But love it.

### 5/5 — Great Game!

*2025-07-29, version 2.2.6*

I really enjoy this game-
I am a long term cancerous brain tumor survivor and since treatment, my memory just isn’t the same.
Moxie is a fun game that’s great for the brain! #cancersucks 🎗️

### 5/5 — Play it all the time

*2025-04-10, version 2.2.6*

This was one of the first puzzle games I ever downloaded 10+ years ago. I use to compete with my mom all the time.

### 5/5 — Glad I found this again!

*2024-01-31, version 2.2.6*

I had this game on my other phones, lost it when I bought a new phone and lost half my apps, and kinda forgot about it and moved on.  Yesterday, I saw the word ‘moxie’ and went to the App Store and redownloaded it!!  LOVE THIS GAME!  It is a classy game, fun and challenging!  I had Moxie 2 also, I’ll have to see if I can get that one back, too!  Moxie rocks!!

### 5/5 — Moxie

*2024-01-06, version 2.2.6*

Such a great game

### 5/5 — Good

*2023-12-28, version 2.2.6*

Challenging!

### 5/5 — Love it!

*2023-12-14, version 2.2.6*

This game is pure fun.  A simple, fun, easy but challenging game of words.  You make them up.  This app is the real deal.  Thank you!

### 5/5 — Moxy

*2023-02-21, version 2.2.6*

A hint feature would be nice, and it would be more fun if there were more categories to pick from.

## Frequently asked questions about Moxie Classic

### What is Moxie Classic?

Moxie Classic is a word transformation game where players use a hand of letters to create and evolve words. The goal is to score points by making unique words, transforming them into other words, and spelling special "Moxie words".

### How do you play Moxie Classic?

You start with a hand of 52 letters and play them "Solitaire" style. You can place a letter on the board or "Pass". Points are scored by making unique words, transforming them (e.g., TIN to TINE to TILE), and spelling bonus "Moxie words". Breaking a word chain results in a "Twaddle" and point loss.

### Is Moxie Classic free to play?

Yes, the application is free to download and play. It does not feature in-app purchases or advertisements.

### What devices is Moxie Classic compatible with?

The game supports HD graphics for iPad and Retina displays, suggesting compatibility with a range of Apple devices. It also includes a short tutorial video that does not require an internet connection.

### What makes Moxie Classic challenging?

While easy to learn, the game is challenging to master due to its strategic depth. Knowing many words helps, but the game rewards strategic thinking more greatly, especially in transforming words and maintaining word chains.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.2.6 — 2021-08-19

Bug fixes.

### 2.2.5 — 2021-08-18

Under the hood improvements.

### 2.2.4 — 2020-03-23

Fixed colors when device is in dark mode.

### 2.2.3 — 2020-03-04

Bug fixes.

### 2.2.1 — 2016-12-16

Bug fixes.

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## More apps by Daisy Wheels, Inc.

- [Moxie 2](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/moxie-2/id345386004)
- [Moosentration Matching Game](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/moosentration-matching-game/id429049600)

All apps by Daisy Wheels, Inc.: https://appshunter.io/developer/1326338988

## Related topics

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