# SpeedWords Arena — Make Words. Faster!

> High-speed word game with live multiplayer and strategic tile placement. (iPhone/iPad app by Hot Chai Productions.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/speedwords-arena/id569421432 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Hot Chai Productions](https://appshunter.io/developer/569421435)
- Category: Games, Puzzle, Word
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.70/5 from 9 App Store ratings · 21 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 7.0 · 107 MB
- Released: 2012-10-26
- Data updated: 2026-08-12
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/speedwords-arena/id569421432/reviews.md

## What is SpeedWords Arena?

Test your wordplay skills in the ultimate high-speed game of interlocking words where everyone plays, and it's always your turn!

SpeedWords Arena is a carefully designed and well-balanced game that will challenge your skills as a wordsmith like never before!

Each game is a lightning round played live on the Internet with players of all skill levels from around the world.

Start with 7 letter tiles and make interconnected words as fast as you can.

Use all your tiles and you'll get another, and another, and another! The faster you make words, the faster you'll get new tiles to make more words!

Your goal is to create the highest-scoring board of interlocking words before the round ends and scores are tallied in the Arena.

Choose your strategy: Go for maximum speed and lots of words, or carefully rearrange to make bonus star words. It's a tough call, and you'll have to make it under the pressure of a ticking clock!

If you've got a few minutes to exercise your brain, come on in for a lightning round in the Arena!

Bet you can't stop!

## Key features

- Interlocking word gameplay
- Live online multiplayer
- Timed lightning rounds
- Tile-based word creation
- Strategic bonus word options
- Global player competition

## Recent user reviews (10 of 21)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/speedwords-arena/id569421432/reviews.md

### 5/5 — The best word game I’ve ever played

*2022-01-10*

I genuinely mean that - it’s the first game I add whenever I get a new device. This game deserves a much larger audience as it is simple and fun but deceptively challenging. There is no constant ads like some of the big name games. All round amazing game which will improve mental sharpness at speed like no other game.

**Developer response:** Thank you! Love the community around this game and it’s great to hear you keep coming back with every new device!

### 2/5 — Cannot connect to server

*2021-10-29*

Very annoying as it will not connect to the internet! And my Internet is working fine!

### 2/5 — I really DO NOT LIKE this new version!

*2016-01-29*

Before I updated this game, I loved it. 

Now, there are so many problems, I don't know where to begin. 
First, the fonts in the list of players' names is so big, I have to scroll to see where I ranked. 
The ads at the bottom are bad news because they pop up and cover the screen if you put your finger in the wrong place. Also, video ads come in when I am in the middle of a game and it ends my game!!!  I understand the need for ads, but this is ridiculous. 

None of these annoyances were present in the earlier version. 
I don't see myself playing this game like I used to.

**Developer response:** Thank you for reporting these issues! Your result is now automatically scrolled into view, and I have removed all of that annoying advertising. And, there is a new feature showing the top words played in each round. I hope you find the game even better than before. If not, please let me know! -David

### 2/5 — Disappointing Update!

*2015-10-04*

I really liked the old version! This update is really frustrating and disappointing. :(

**Developer response:** I've addressed all of the known frustrations in updates, including removing all advertising for free, so I hope you're enjoying the game once again! -David

### 5/5 — Fast, Fun and Free!

*2015-03-22*

A cool challenging word game. Much more entertaining than scrabble any day of the week!

**Developer response:** Thank you for the feedback! And I may be biased, but I completely agree that it's way more entertaining (and fair!) than regular Scrabble games. -David

### 5/5 — Addicting...challenging...FUN

*2014-12-11*

A fast paced game where you have to create words as fast as possible from a set of letters while new letters are added every few seconds or as soon as you use them all. The challenges are to make words out of starred letters for double points and make long words for additional points.  You have to think fast because you are playing against everyone else in the arena. You will constantly be trying to improve your personal best and beat everyone else in the arena while always wanting to play just one more game.

### 2/5 — Messes up

*2013-12-13*

I would like this app if it didn't mess up so much. Sometimes you can't remove a tile. Sometimes if you remove a tile and then put it right back 3 or 4 words turn red even though nothing is wrong. 
Will never be popular unless fixed

### 1/5 — Annoying problem

*2013-07-18*

Sometimes when you put up a tile and then decide you want to change it, you can't grab that tile until you move every other tile away from it.

**Developer response:** Hi! This one was fixed in an update. Hope you're enjoying the game once again! -David

### 5/5 — LOVE * LOVE * LOVE

*2013-02-12*

I absolutely LOVE this game!

### 5/5 — Top notch idea and execution

*2013-01-29*

This is quite a challenge.  I recommend this game to anyone that likes BananaGrams.  Excellent game and execution.

## Frequently asked questions about SpeedWords Arena

### What is the main gameplay mechanic in SpeedWords Arena?

The core gameplay involves creating interconnected words using letter tiles. Players aim to use all their tiles quickly to earn more, aiming for the highest score before the round ends.

### Does SpeedWords Arena offer offline play?

No, SpeedWords Arena is designed as a live online multiplayer game. Each round is played on the internet with players from around the world.

### How does multiplayer work in SpeedWords Arena?

Games are played live on the internet against players of all skill levels globally. It's a high-speed, timed round where everyone plays simultaneously.

### What are the different game modes or strategies in SpeedWords Arena?

Players can choose to focus on maximum speed to create many words or strategically rearrange tiles to form bonus star words for higher scores.

### Is SpeedWords Arena suitable for all ages?

Yes, SpeedWords Arena has an age rating of 4+, making it appropriate for a wide range of players.

### How often is SpeedWords Arena updated?

The app was last updated on July 17, 2018, with version 2.15.6. While updates may not be frequent, the game is stable.

### What devices can I play SpeedWords Arena on?

SpeedWords Arena is available on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices.

### Does SpeedWords Arena have ads?

No, SpeedWords Arena is free to play and does not contain advertisements.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.15.6 — 2018-07-17

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

Fixed a crash that could happen when the game is unable to connect to the game server.

### 2.15.5 — 2018-07-05

Fixed that super annoying crash that happens on some devices when playing a sound!

### 2.15.4 — 2018-07-03

Crash analytics to track down what's causing the crashes on some of your devices since the last update.

### 2.15 — 2018-06-13

By popular demand... Top Words! Swipe right on the Arena results to see the top words played for the round.

If you've got more ideas for features, find me on http://facebook.com/SpeedWords!

### 2.14 — 2016-10-19

Expanded dictionary including UK English spellings

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