# TopWords — A real brain busting word game

> Addictive word creation game with a bomb timer and bonus squares. (iPhone/iPad app by QED Gaming PTY. Ltd.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/topwords/id573476978 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [QED Gaming PTY. Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/441029909)
- Category: Games, Entertainment, Board, Word
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 3.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings · 2 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 8.0 · 97 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2012-11-13
- Data updated: 2026-08-26
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/topwords/id573476978/reviews.md

## What is TopWords?

* A Fun new twist on a classic word creation game * 

TopWords is an addictive new word creation game. The game starts with an 'anchor' word chosen from the huge 135,000+ dictionary already placed on the board. The game then choses another word for you to break up and place on the board. The new words you create must be connected to any already placed words on the board. Be quick as you must finish the round before the bomb explodes. 
When you have placed your new words or just panic as the bomb timer runs out, press the bomb to stop the timer and end the round. 

Use up all your letters each round or lose a life. When all your lives are gone it's game over! 

Manage to place a word on one of the bonus squares and earn double,treble or quadruple points, not to mention the board also contains some high additional point squares. 

You can break up the 'given' word as many times as you like to try and use up all the letters. 

TopWords uses it's own high score server if Game Centre is not enabled to allow users to post high scores to the whole world so you are playing against all TopWord players everywhere on every platform. Can you become the Worlds number one TopWords champion? 

All the words in the dictionary are genuine words but over 70,000 of them are not in everyday use so be prepared to expand your own personal vocabulary. Please email any comments, improvements, or problems to social@qedgaming.com and we will strive to incorporate them into future updates. 


Features of TopWords 

135,000+ Words in the dictionary. 
70,000 not in common use. 
Bomb timer with 60 seconds on the clock. 
Bonus squares. 
Highly addictive!! 
High-score table connecting all players of TopWords. 


Compatible with: All iPads including the new mini.

## Key features

- 135,000+ word dictionary
- Bomb timer with 60-second rounds
- Bonus squares for score multipliers
- Global high-score table
- Expand vocabulary with uncommon words

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Extra Everything! | $1.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (2 of 2)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/topwords/id573476978/reviews.md

### 3/5 — Good but problems

*2017-01-30*

Great concept, nice graphics, would likely be very addictive to word game fans. There is a great game in here somewhere, but there are no instructions of any worth for how this game works and the do's and don't -- and after a few days of playing, there are some unexplainable don'ts.

For instance, I am guess you can't use two letter words, but there is no notation of that. Sometimes 3 letter words are rejected, with no basis. Sometimes I put a perfectly good word up (trap, view) and when the round ends I lose lives for each letter in a perfectly good word. Am I doing something wrong? If you are going to post a game, please post instructions on how to play with more details than a few items on the help screens.

### 5/5 — Great wordgame

*2013-03-30*

Really expands your vocab. Quite hard to reach the top, but great for the grey matter. Gives you a heart attack when te bomb explodes!

## Frequently asked questions about TopWords

### What is the main objective of TopWords?

The main objective of TopWords is to create new words by breaking down a given 'anchor' word. These new words must connect to existing words on the board, all while racing against a 60-second bomb timer. Players must use all their letters each round or lose a life.

### How does the scoring work in TopWords?

Players can earn double, treble, or quadruple points by placing words on bonus squares. The board also contains additional high-point squares that contribute to the player's score. Successfully using all letters in a round also contributes to maintaining lives.

### Does TopWords have a multiplayer mode?

TopWords features a global high-score server that allows users to post their scores and compete against players worldwide. While not a direct real-time multiplayer, it offers a competitive element through its worldwide ranking system.

### How large is the dictionary in TopWords?

TopWords utilizes a substantial dictionary containing over 135,000 words. Notably, over 70,000 of these words are not in common everyday use, providing an opportunity for players to expand their personal vocabulary.

### Is TopWords available on all devices?

TopWords is compatible with all iPads, including the new mini, and is also available on iPhones and iPods. This broad compatibility ensures a wide range of users can enjoy the game.

### How often is TopWords updated?

The latest version of TopWords is 1.50, which was last updated on September 22, 2020. The developer, QED Gaming PTY. Ltd, welcomes comments and suggestions for future updates.

### What is the age rating for TopWords?

TopWords has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for younger players and families. The game's mechanics are designed to be engaging without being overly complex for this age group.

### Does TopWords have ads?

No, TopWords does not contain advertisements. As a free game, it focuses on providing an uninterrupted gameplay experience for its users.

## Version history (last 3 releases)

### 1.50 — 2020-09-22

Updated for IOS13
Fixed a few bugs

### 1.1 — 2017-01-07

* IOS update
* Extended dictionary

### 1.0 — 2012-11-12

No release notes.

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