# Spelling Wars - Shoot Words Down - Play with New Friends

> Educational word-building game with alien-shooting mechanics and multiplayer. (iPhone/iPad app by Yadawn Pty Ltd.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/spelling-wars-shoot-words-down-play-with-new-friends/id942372954 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Yadawn Pty Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/893127714)
- Category: Games, Entertainment, Adventure
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 2.80/5 from 5 App Store ratings · 1 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 6.0 · 58 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2015-01-21
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/spelling-wars-shoot-words-down-play-with-new-friends/id942372954/reviews.md

## What is Spelling Wars?

Learn to Spell while playing a fun game! Shoot down LETTERS to spell out WORDS while keeping the aliens at bay, be careful not to run into them or you won't last as long.

With over 170+ levels with 1,750 words to Spell.  Suitable for all ages - you don't need to know how to spell but this game will help you remember words :)  Just keep shooting letters until the WORD is spelt, then start again.

The Aliens are mining Earth's precious resources, your reward for destroying aliens is in palladium bars.  you can use palladium bars to update your ship, choose different colours as you earn more bounty.

Also play with friends!  Using multi-player mode to share scores.

## Key features

- Letter shooting gameplay
- Word spelling challenges
- Alien defense mechanics
- 170+ levels
- 1,750 words to spell
- Ship upgrades
- Multiplayer mode

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1 Life | $0.99 | one-time |
| 3 Life | $1.99 | one-time |
| 5 Life | $2.99 | one-time |
| +1000 Palladium | $0.99 | one-time |
| +3000 Palladium | $1.99 | one-time |
| +10000 Palladium | $3.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads | $0.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (1 of 1)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/spelling-wars-shoot-words-down-play-with-new-friends/id942372954/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Spelling Wars

*2016-04-17*

Great kids love it.

## Frequently asked questions about Spelling Wars

### What is the gameplay like in Spelling Wars?

Spelling Wars involves shooting letters to form words while simultaneously defending against aliens. Players must spell the target word before starting the next challenge, with over 170 levels and 1,750 words available.

### Is Spelling Wars suitable for young children?

Yes, Spelling Wars is suitable for all ages, with an age rating of 4+. It is designed to help users learn and remember words, even if they don't know how to spell them initially.

### Can I play Spelling Wars with friends?

Yes, Spelling Wars features a multiplayer mode that allows you to play with friends and share scores. This adds a social and competitive element to the word-building gameplay.

### How can I upgrade my ship in Spelling Wars?

You can earn palladium bars by destroying aliens and collecting them as rewards. These palladium bars can then be used to update your ship and customize its appearance with different colors.

### Does Spelling Wars have ads?

No, Spelling Wars does not contain advertisements. The app is free to download and play, with optional in-app purchases.

### What devices does Spelling Wars support?

Spelling Wars is available on iPhone, iPad, and iPod. It is designed to run on Apple's mobile operating systems.

### How often is Spelling Wars updated?

Spelling Wars was last updated on January 21, 2015, with version 1.0. There have been no subsequent updates since its initial release.

### What is the user rating for Spelling Wars?

Spelling Wars has a rating of 2.8 stars based on 5 ratings. This indicates a mixed reception from its current user base.

## Version history (last 1 release)

### 1.0 — 2015-01-21

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

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