# Spoken WAR — Accessible Card Game

> Accessible audible card game with sound effects and leaderboards. (iPhone/iPad app by Norman Pettus.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/spoken-war/id969482997 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Norman Pettus](https://appshunter.io/developer/819456924)
- Category: Entertainment, Games, Card, Family
- Price: Free
- Rating: 3.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 12.0 · 37 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2015-12-15
- Data updated: 2026-07-07
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/spoken-war/id969482997/reviews.md

## What is Spoken WAR?

Spoken WAR is an audible card game offering sound effects, leaderboard point scoring, military rank based on the number of wars won, quick game (half deck), and crazy sounds when there's a war. Spoken War uses a shuffling algorithm that attempts to prevent cat (tie) games. The game is accessible and can be enjoyed by both sight and visually impaired players. 

A single screen tap anywhere on the screen will play the game and a double tap with one finger will say the current game statistics.

For each winning hand. points equal to the difference between the cards (ie, King and a 4 (four) is K=13 and a four=4 or 9 (nine) points is added to your score. These are added to your high score and posted to the leaderboard at the end of each game. Points are not deducted for loses but no new high scores are posted either.

A settings screen is called using the upper right button. Settings switches for  Quick Game (half deck), background sound, speaking of card names during play, and crazy war sounds can be turned on and off. Below the buttons are written instructions and a button to return to the game. This will keep the game progress.

Use the upper left button to call Game Center with achievements and leaderboard.

An enjoyable and fun time for everyone playing the old time game of War.

## Key features

- Audible gameplay with sound effects
- Leaderboard and high score tracking
- Military rank progression
- Customizable settings (quick game, sounds)
- Accessible for visually impaired players
- Single-tap gameplay


## Frequently asked questions about Spoken WAR

### What is Spoken WAR?

Spoken WAR is an audible card game that offers sound effects and accessibility features for all players. It's a digital adaptation of the classic card game War.

### Is Spoken WAR accessible for visually impaired players?

Yes, Spoken WAR is designed to be accessible and can be enjoyed by both sight and visually impaired players, with audible gameplay and card names.

### How does scoring work in Spoken WAR?

Points are awarded for each winning hand equal to the difference between the cards played. These points contribute to your high score and are posted to the leaderboard.

### Can I customize the game settings in Spoken WAR?

Yes, you can access a settings screen to toggle options like Quick Game (half deck), background sound, speaking of card names, and crazy war sounds.

### Does Spoken WAR have ads?

No, Spoken WAR does not contain advertisements.

### What devices is Spoken WAR available on?

Spoken WAR is available on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices.

### How often is Spoken WAR updated?

The latest version, 2.0, was released on January 27, 2022. The app was originally released on December 15, 2015.

### What is the age rating for Spoken WAR?

Spoken WAR has an age rating of 4+.

## Version history (last 4 releases)

### 2.0 — 2022-01-27

- rework code
- add visual card animation effects
- correct and update to latest swift version
- bug fixes
- fix double wars coding

### 1.0.3 — 2016-01-20

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

- Several bug fixes

### 1.0.1 — 2016-01-04

- bug fixes
- game center connection fix

### 1.0 — 2015-12-15

No release notes.

## More apps by Norman Pettus

- [Catch52](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/catch52/id900922724)
- [Spoken Verse](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/spoken-verse/id1408674421)
- [Scrambled Verse](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scrambled-verse/id1570297310)

All apps by Norman Pettus: https://appshunter.io/developer/819456924

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