# Other Words — A Catch Phrase Party Game

> Multiplayer party game using individual mobile devices for phrase guessing. (iPhone/iPad app by Jamie McDaniel.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/other-words/id1511220479 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Jamie McDaniel](https://appshunter.io/developer/542856102)
- Category: Games, Family, Word
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.97/5 from 30 App Store ratings · 3 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 9+
- Requires: iOS 14.7 · 13 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2020-07-28
- Data updated: 2026-06-11
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/other-words/id1511220479/reviews.md

## What is Other Words?

Other Words is a party game where all players use their own mobile device. Unlike pass-and-play games, everyone looks at their own screen. Your local Wi‑Fi network is used to connect everyone.

You'll need 4 or more players. Divide up into Team 1 and Team 2. 

Once all players have the Other Words app installed, one player CREATES the game and all other players JOIN. 

The player that created the game will select the number of rounds, seconds per turn, and number of passes allowed per turn. They will also assign players to Team 1 and Team 2.

Each player will take a turn as the wordsmith. The wordsmith and the opposing team see the entire phrase. The wordsmith's teammates see the words as blank. Without saying any of the words, the wordsmith must get their teammates to say the complete phrase before time is up. 

Some phrases are just single words. If the phrase contains multiple words and a team member guesses one of those words, the wordsmith can tap that word and it will be revealed on everyone's screen. Common words such as "a", "an", "and", "is", "it", and "the" are automatically shared.

If the wordsmith breaks a rule, the opposing team can press their CHALLENGE button. In a challenge, everyone votes YES or NO to determine if the wordsmith broke a rule.

Once the wordsmith's team gets the complete phrase, the wordsmith presses the NEXT button and a new phrase is given.  The wordsmith can also press the PASS button without any penalty. However, there are a limited number of passes per turn.

All phrases were individually selected for gameplay ability. 

Free Starter pack includes 250 phrases. 
Expansion pack offer 2,500 more!
Kid's pack features 1,000+ phrases geared towards younger players.
Never any advertisements!

Troubleshooting tip: If you experience any network issues, try playing closer to your router.

## Key features

- Individual device gameplay
- Local Wi-Fi multiplayer
- Team-based phrase guessing
- Customizable game settings
- Phrase reveal mechanic
- Challenge system with voting
- In-app phrase packs

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Kid's Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Expansion Pack | $2.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (3 of 3)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/other-words/id1511220479/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Catch Phrase Improvements

*2022-09-08*

We played with 10 people. We all sat in a circle in the living room which is where the router is so everyone had a strong WiFi connection. This game is lot of fun if you like the electronic Catch Phrase game that you pass around. We played for over an hour.

### 5/5 — Updated phrases and JR version

*2020-08-24*

It’s fun to be able to play across devices.  That’s a new twist.   The Jr version is great for kids.  I think it is neat that kids can play Jr versus an adult team playing regular!

### 5/5 — Great!

*2020-08-02*

This is an AMAZING game!Its super fun to play with family or friends and really gets the party going!

## Frequently asked questions about Other Words

### How many players are needed for Other Words?

Other Words requires a minimum of 4 players to start a game. Players divide into two teams to compete.

### Can Other Words be played offline?

No, Other Words requires a local Wi-Fi network to connect all players' devices. It cannot be played offline.

### Does Other Words have ads?

No, Other Words is ad-free, providing an uninterrupted gameplay experience for all users.

### What devices does Other Words support?

Other Words is available on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices, making it accessible to a wide range of Apple users.

### How does the phrase guessing work in Other Words?

One player is the wordsmith and must get their teammates to guess a phrase without saying certain forbidden words. Teammates see blank spaces where words should be.

### Are there different phrase packs available for Other Words?

Yes, Other Words offers a free starter pack with 250 phrases, an expansion pack with 2,500 phrases, and a Kid's pack with over 1,000 phrases.

### What is the age rating for Other Words?

Other Words has an age rating of 9+, making it suitable for children and families to play together.

### How often is Other Words updated?

The latest version of Other Words is 1.3.9, and it was last updated on February 28, 2025, indicating regular maintenance and updates.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.3.9 — 2025-02-28

Compiled against latest iOS SDK.
Updated device names.

### 1.3.8 — 2022-10-17

Support for latest device names.

### 1.3.7 — 2022-01-15

Added 141 new phrases to Kid's pack.
Tweaked some existing phrases.
Added the word "you" to free shared words.

### 1.3.6 — 2022-01-04

Fixed a bug that could save duplicate game stats.

### 1.3.5 — 2021-12-14

A request to rate the app may now appear after finishing a game.

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