# Russian Bingo — Vocabulary drill games

> Interactive Russian vocabulary learning game with offline play and audio pronunciation. (iPhone/iPad app by Banane.com.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/russian-bingo/id397685820 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Banane.com](https://appshunter.io/developer/372410204)
- Category: Education, Entertainment
- Price: $0.99 with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.00/5 from 3 App Store ratings · 7 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 9+
- Requires: iOS 17.0 · 25 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2010-10-22
- Data updated: 2026-10-10
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/russian-bingo/id397685820/reviews.md

## What is Russian Bingo?

Play this game and brush up on your Russian! 

Learn vocabulary: words in and around the house, the kitchen, your closet, going out on the town, the Internet, and family. Track your fastest time, practice words commonly guessed wrong, and practice the current vocabulary with a flashcard feature.

* Works offline
* No ads!

A great addition to any coursework in your Russian class, as well as a quick study aid to improve your Russian. Whether you just want to brush up, or you're actually planning a trip, Russian Bingo helps you not with boring, static word lists, but with a fun and engaging game. 

Practice the vocabulary, view old games, or brush up on missed words on old games. Select different levels, and perfect your accent by listening to the audio prompts pronounce each word, upon taps in practice area, the logs, or in the game itself.

Great for playing during a plane ride to Moscow, or learning on the bus.

## Key features

- Vocabulary drill games
- Offline functionality
- Audio pronunciation
- Progress tracking
- Flashcard practice
- Multiple difficulty levels

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: $0.99.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Russian Bingo Levels 4-6 | $0.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (7 of 7)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/russian-bingo/id397685820/reviews.md

### 2/5 — Will Not Show Entire Bingo Form

*2013-11-01*

This app will not shift on the iPhone or iPad mini and only shows part of the bingo form.  I also have the Chinese Bingo and it works properly.  I have tried many times to move it around, shifting the iPhone and iPad mini in different directions but it just doesn’t move.  If this problem is fixed, then it should be a great app.

**Developer response:** Thank you for your feedback - we will work on getting this fixed!

### 5/5 — Wonderful App!!! Just one small problem...

*2013-06-27*

Update: 27-Jun 2013

It DOES work on iPad 2!
It took me a while to discover a Work-Around. I would reduce the Board Zoom level:
From: 2x
To : 1x
And back again.

(((((((   Though, I don't think I've had that problem for a while. Nothing would happen when: 
I pressed a Word on the Board, that was the Russian equivalent to the randomly presented English word. 
Normally:
If I guessed the translation correctly, the Box would change color!   )))))))

So NOW, 5 Stars for a GREAT game!

To build-up the Game Play, why don't you guys consider different levels of Difficulty? 
ie.: 
Beginner: Unlimited - Incorrect guesses per Round
Intermediate: 20 - Incorrect guesses per Round
Advanced: 10 - Incorrect guesses per Round
Fluent: 5 - Incorrect guesses per Round
Master Ruskii: 0 - Incorrect guesses per Round (Perfect score)

************************************************************************

 ...it doesn't always work on iPad 2 (?)

Fortunately, it works great on iPhone.
On the iPad, I've had to UnInstall and ReInstall it
a few times (because it really helpful)
Maybe you guys a Banane.com can work on the iPad compatibility (that's assuming Im not the only one having a problem with it)

But overall, the game play:
Классно! ОЧЕНЬ классно!!!

Спасибо!
-cMorr

**Developer response:** Thank you so much - I will get this fixed!!

### 5/5 — Great app

*2011-10-01*

Really enjoyed sharpening the Russian I'd learned so long ago-- fun drill with a relevant, interesting vocabulary. Brilliant in it's simplicity.

### 5/5 — Great app!!!

*2011-09-28*

A great way to study words without Flashcards.  I am enjoying the game, and improving my Russian at the same time. Please add more levels. Thanks!!

**Developer response:** Thank you so much for your feedback. We have new rounds coming!

### 4/5 — Great Preparation for a Trip to Russia

*2010-12-04*

A thoughtfully designed iPhone app that is fun to tinker with every now and again. Would benefit from more Bingo Boards, e.g. Train Travel, Theatre, (Mariinsky, Bolshoi, seat, intermission, etc.) Forest (Shashlik, mushroom hunting, hiking, birch tree, etc.

**Developer response:** Great ideas! Thank you so much for your feedback. I agree regarding Train Travel and Mushroom hunting! Adding 3 levels in a week or so and welcome your impression. Большое спасибо!

### 4/5 — Fun Russian!

*2010-10-23*

This is my first try at Russian...lots of fun, especially trying to figure out the patterns in the word. Took a while to make Bingo, almost had the board filled.

Is their a way to link to others playing at the same time?

### 5/5 — Fun! Learning a lot!

*2010-10-22*

I don't even know Russian or the Cyrillic alphabet, and I'm having fun playing this game! The audio prompts are really useful, here, and I feel like I've learned some Russian in a short amount of time. Love the simplicity of the bingo game, and then the little screens when you actually win. I hope they do more levels!

## Frequently asked questions about Russian Bingo

### What is the learning methodology used in Russian Bingo?

Russian Bingo utilizes interactive games and flashcards to teach vocabulary. It focuses on words related to common themes like the house, kitchen, and internet, making learning engaging rather than relying on static word lists.

### How does Russian Bingo track user progress?

The app allows users to track their fastest times and identify words they commonly guess wrong. Users can also review old games to practice missed words, providing a structured approach to vocabulary reinforcement.

### Does Russian Bingo offer certifications?

Russian Bingo is designed as a study aid and game to improve vocabulary and pronunciation. It does not offer formal certifications for language proficiency.

### What is the price of Russian Bingo?

Russian Bingo is available for a one-time purchase of $0.99.

### Can Russian Bingo be used offline?

Yes, Russian Bingo works offline, making it convenient for learning during travel or in areas without internet access.

### What devices is Russian Bingo compatible with?

Russian Bingo is currently supported on iPhone devices.

### What is the age rating for Russian Bingo?

Russian Bingo has an age rating of 9+, indicating it is suitable for users aged 9 and above.

### How often is Russian Bingo updated?

The latest version of Russian Bingo is 3.1, and it was last updated on October 9, 2026. This suggests a history of updates, though the specific frequency is not detailed.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 3.1 — 2026-10-09

New in 3.1

• Flashcards: study each level's words as cards. You see the Russian first and hear it spoken, then tap to flip to the English. Mark the words you know and go back over the ones you don't.
• Three new levels: Going Out, Technology and Relationships. Each has its own background and win screen featuring Nabokov, Pushkin and Valentina Tereshkova. Unlock all three with one purchase. If you bought the extra boards in the original app, they unlock for free.
• Choose your level: tap the level name at the top of the board to play any level you own.
• Fixes: screens no longer jump after they open, the win screen's text fits better, and VoiceOver now reads each square as open, matched or wrong.

### 3.0 — 2026-10-08

Russian Bingo 3.0 — completely rebuilt for today's iPhones!

NEW WAYS TO PLAY
• Choose your game: Line (5 in a row, across, down or diagonally) or Blackout (match every word on the board). Switch any time on the How to Play screen.
• Every correct match uncovers part of a hidden Russian scene — cosy apartments, folk costumes, kitchens and more — with a new picture each game.

HEAR BOTH LANGUAGES
• Every word now has audio recordings in both Russian and English, on every level.
• Tap the flag to play in either direction: hear English and find the Russian, or hear Russian and find the English. Great for English speakers learning Russian and Russian speakers learning English.

CELEBRATE YOUR WINS
• Your winning line lights up in gold, followed by a cheer of «Отлично!» or «Молодец!» and a shower of confetti.
• Meet Tolstoy, Rasputin and Catherine the Great as you complete each level.

TRACK YOUR PROGRESS
• New Analytics screen (tap the trophy): your best times for each level, fastest and slowest matches, most-missed words, and a personal study list of the words
• Your stats stay on your device; nothing is collected.

SMOOTHER PLAY
• Three themed levels: Household, Clothing, a
• Wrong guesses flash red and fade away on their own.
• The next level starts automatically after e
• Each new word pops up and is spoken aloud.

### 2.0 — 2015-06-02

New look and feel - simpler

Keeping track of games- including time, words correct and words incorrect

New flashcard practice area

You can now select your own level

Find out how you're doing on current board!

### 1.4 — 2013-11-26

Fixed various views for iOS 7.0

### 1.3 — 2011-12-12

New levels available for purchase. English audio prompts (American English). Swipe gestures for screen to screen navigation.

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