# W.E.L.D.E.R. - word game — user reviews > 240 indexed App Store user reviews of W.E.L.D.E.R. by My Evil Twin, rated 4.70/5 from 6,118 ratings. - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/welder-word-game/id1498049936/reviews - App overview in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/welder-word-game/id1498049936.md - Rating breakdown: 5★ 5,130 · 4★ 591 · 3★ 145 · 2★ 75 · 1★ 177 ## What do users think of W.E.L.D.E.R.? Overall sentiment: neutral **Pros** - 🎮 Challenging and fun game - 🧠 Excellent mental exercise - 💬 Great community of players - 🕰️ Relaxing and can be played anytime - 🔍 Visuals and sound effects are great **Cons** - 💰 Expensive subscription model - 🤖 Questionable dictionary choices - 🛑 Progression locked behind paywall - 🔄 Frustrating loss of progress/data - 📺 Intrusive and excessive ads **Commonly reported bugs** - Gigawatts disappearing unexpectedly - Crashes and performance issues after updates - Inability to enter verification codes on login **Most requested features** - Faster dictionary lookup - More game modes and challenges - Ability to disable specific sound effects - Option to pay one-time fee instead of subscription - Improved migration process to preserve user data ## Newest reviews (14 of 240) ### 2/5 — What happened to the dictionary *2026-07-12, version 2.33* I still play the game but it was much better with the integrated dictionary ### 3/5 — Pen pals *2026-06-25* I have been playing welder for about 6 years plus and have made many friends as well as enjoying the challenge of creating words. Best game ever….but now I’ve lost the app on my iPad and can’t use it on my iPhone and I’m most upset ### 3/5 — Disappointing *2026-04-30, version 2.33* Too many commercial interruptions. The old version was far better with no interruptions. ### 3/5 — Same old *2026-04-24* I really do like the game but there are never any new aspects to it. Could put a little symbol on the game board to remind you there are mines. Could use something to make it more fun maybe a tile bomb when you get more than 5 words in a cascade. ### 5/5 — Love *2026-03-09, version 2.33* Love! ### 2/5 — Very unfair *2026-02-26, version 2.33* I played this for years and my level was at 20 plus. When suddenly it would not save my level, but wiped it. Now every time I play ads pop up stopping my game until I watch the ads finish. What a rip off ### 2/5 — Great game but no update or bug fixes *2026-01-18, version 2.33* This is a great game but the new owners of the game appear do not seem to support it and respond to the defects. They do not seem to maintain the word requests as well. At the same time they seem to be asking for 50 dollars for a yearly plan. I hope it will fall into the better hands. ### 2/5 — What happened? *2025-12-27, version 2.33* Play this game for many years. I thought I bought a one time subscription. But when I switched iPhones all of a sudden I was finding ads and a $4.99 per month prescription subscription. I do not mind buying games, but I will not pay for games month after month after month. If I had joined this subscription at the beginning, I probably would’ve paid $200 by now. Not worth it. Offer an ad free game at a single price and I’m in. ### 4/5 — Too many metal tiles *2025-11-25, version 2.33* I don't mind a challenge, but the number of "metal" tiles appearing on the grid has increased to the point of spoiling the game, no tactics, just constantly work to get rid of these. Shame. ### 2/5 — Too many glitches *2025-11-02, version 2.33* I like the game but the scoring is absurd and changes throughout. Also tiles will jump for no reason, which is frustrating The board does get more difficult which would be challenging if it wasn’t mostly having no vowels or seven ‘U’s. It is obvious they want to sell stuff, but why would anyone care when the challenges are poorly thought out I would rate much higher if the glitches were gone. Most word games don’t challenge vocabulary which this does by offering definitions. I can’t care about a game that often jumps tiles when you reopen a game. ### 5/5 — Cancelled *2025-10-25, version 2.33* Was one of my favorite games. I paid the monthly subscription fee for ad free play. Today when I started playing there were ads every few minutes. ### 3/5 — Lost Contact with the Cloud *2025-10-20, version 2.33* New iPhone acquired yesterday. Yes, the new phone is signed in on iCloud. W.E.L.D.E.R. doesn’t seem to be able to find it. I played the game on my old phone yesterday morning, before heading to the Apple Store for the new iPhone. I’m sure I’m missing a setting somewhere, but I’ve looked everywhere I can think to look. Help? ### 5/5 — Fun game *2025-10-11, version 2.33* Enjoy playing WELDER ### 3/5 — Great game, ads are too frequent, ad-free option is too expensive *2025-09-15, version 2.33* I love this game, but I am not okay with having a single level repeatedly interrupted by ads between moves. Bummer. ## Most critical reviews (10 lowest-rated) ### 1/5 — Absolutely TERRIBLE but once Great until purchased new iPad. *2026-08-01, version 2.33* Loved the game until I purchased a new iPad. Now it constantly freezes all the time I can’t even get it to star on my last game most of the time, and when I do, I cannot get past level 8 even after signing in. Horrible- I even contacted the developer a few times! No response. ### 1/5 — Help *2026-05-09, version 2.33* I have made several attempts to contact support and no one responds. I have lost all of my gigawatts and I know they can restore them. Why aren't they responding? ### 1/5 — Stick a fork in it *2026-01-28* Last update was 2 years ago, between game hackers like cgldsmith and the developer not responding to any complaints.. give this a hard pass.. it is a pos ### 1/5 — ruined concept *2025-10-14, version 2.33* i’d pay $5 ONCE to unlock all the content, heck i’d even pay a few bucks to remove ads. but a subscription for something like this is just scummy :/ feelsbad ### 1/5 — NOT RESPECTABLE COMPANY. ALREADY PAID, NOW WANT MONTHLY SUBSCRIPTION! REALLY!?! ZERO STARS! *2025-08-22, version 2.33* I am still angry about losing all I had paid for before the new owner couple of years ago, took over. Really unsettling to be repeatedly being ignored by Welder app company when I have reached out by email. They do not care. They blow you off. No response. My original review is below. But here is some information SHOULD have been applicable, for any legitimate or reputable company, that is. But legitimate and reputable is absolutely not true for this company. This is what most reputable companies would and should have done: ——- In most cases when a game is sold, particularly with in-game purchases like levels or other virtual goods, THE NEW OWNER (ACQUIRER) TYPICALLY TAKES OF THE GAME OR ITS ASSETS TYPICALLY TAKE OVER THE RESPONSIBILITY FOR FULFILLING THE TERMS ASSOCIATED WITH THOSE PURCHASES. Here's why and what generally happens: Assumption of Liabilities and Assets: When a game or gaming company is sold, the acquisition agreement will generally address the transfer of assets, which includes the game itself, intellectual property, player data, and any associated financial liabilities, including those related to in-game purchases. Continuation of Services: The acquirer will usually aim to continue operating the game and its services to retain the existing player base and revenue streams. This means fulfilling previously made in-game purchases, allowing players to continue accessing and utilizing the content they bought. Player Account and Progress Transfer: Player accounts and their associated progress, including purchased levels and items, are usually transferred to the new owner. This allows players to pick up where they left off and continue enjoying the game ————- BUT THIS COMPANY DID NOT DO THIS. I PAID FOR LEVELS AND TOOLS THAT WERE FOREVER PURCHASES. I HAD ALL AVAILABLE LEVELS AND GAMES. THEN THIS COMPANY TOOK OVER AND DID NOT HONOR THE FACT PEOPLE HAD ALREADY PAID FOR SUCH SERVICES! I HAVE REACHED OUT TO THEIR COMPANY NUMEROUS TIMES, BY EMAIL, ALL OF WHICH HAVE BEEN COMPLETED IGNORED. TOTALLY DISRESPECTFUL! JUST PLAIN WRONG AS FAR AS RATINGS, THEY DO NOT EVEN DESERVE A 1. SO… TRUST AT YOUR OWN RISK, THE HAVE BAD BUSINESS PRACTICES AND DO NOT CARE ABOUT THOSE WHO UTLIZE THEIR GAME! I HAVE BEEN PLAYING FOR OVER 10 YEARS, TO THIS DAY I HAVE 350,OOO GIGAWATTS AND THIS WAS AFTER I HAD ALREADY PURCHASED ALL TOOLS, MULTIPLIERS, AND HAD ACCESS TO ALL GAMES! THEN THE GAME WAS BOUGHT OUT, EVEN THOUGH I REMEMBER EVIL TWINS SEEMINGLY FOREVER. NOW THEY WANT ME TO PAY MONTHLY FOR SOMETHING I ALREADY PAID FOR! PRIOR PLAYERS SHOULD HAVE BEEN GRANDFATHERED! I SHOULD NOT HAVE TO PAY MONTHLY FOR WHAT I ALREADY PAID FOR. EVIL TWINS IS JUST THAT, EVIL! I HAVE REACHED OUT IN THE PAST NUMEROUS TIMES. DID SO RECENTLY AND STILL NO RESPONSE! ONLY CRICKETS! SORRY, BUT THIS IS JUST WRONG. CHARACTER IS DOING THE RIGHT THING. EVEN WHEN NOBODY IS WORKING. EVIL TWINS CERTAINLY DOES NOT CARE ABOUT HONOR, RESPECT, COMMON DECENCY, OR DOING THE RIGHT THING. EVEN WHEN SOMEONE ALREADY PAID!AGAIN, THEY ARE AS THEIR NAME STATES! EVIL! ### 1/5 — Used to be a five star game *2025-08-02, version 2.33* This has been my favorite word game, for many years. It’s challenging, good for my brain and well written. However, today I started playing and ads for other games pop up about every 5 words I solve. I WILL NOT play games that keep interrupting me, and I won’t pay subscription fees for games. Give me a reasonable one time purchase option or, unfortunately, I’m finished with the game. ### 1/5 — Can NOT migrate from the legacy account *2025-06-09, version 2.33* I love this game but I can not migrate from the legacy game to the new version. I refuse to pay for something that’s always been free. I’d gladly give a one star if this can be fixed. And yes, I’ve reached out to customer service with no response. ### 1/5 — New words *2025-05-08, version 2.33* Can’t believe DOGE has been added as a word. It’s NOT a word. Please remove it. ### 1/5 — NOT REPUTABLE COMPANY! TRULY EVIL! *2025-05-04, version 2.33* DO NOT TRUST THIS COMPANY! BAD BUSINESS PRACTICES! I HAVE BEEN PLAYING FOR OVER 10 YEARS, TO THIS DAY I HAVE 350,OOO GIGAWATTS AND THIS WAS AFTER I HAD ALREADY PURCHASED ALL TOOLS, MULTIPLIERS, AND HAD ACCESS TO ALL GAMES! THEN THE GAME WAS BOUGHT OUT, EVEN THOUGH I REMEMBER EVIL TWINS SEEMINGLY FOREVER. NOW THEY WANTME TO PAY MONTHLY FOR SOMETHING I ALREADY PAID FOR IF I WAS TO PLAY OVER LEVEL SEVEN OR TO ACCESS TO WHAT I HAD ALREADY PAID FOR! PRIOR PLAYERS SHOULD HAVE BEEN GRANDFATHERED! I SHOULD NOT HAVE TO PAY MONTHLY FOR WHAT I ALREADY PAID FOR. EVIL TWINS IS EVIL! I HAVE REACED OU IN THE PAST NUMEROUS TIMES. DID SO RECENTLY AND STILL NO RESPONSE! ONLY CRICKETS! SORRY, BUT THIS IS JUST WRONG. CHARACTER IS DOING THE RIGHT THING. NOT SO MUCH FOR EVIL TWINS! ITS ALL ABOUT MONEY! CERTAINLY NOT DOING THE RIGHT THING! EVEN WHEN SOMEONE ALREADY PAID! AGAIN, EVIL! ### 1/5 — Subscribed but still getting adverts ? *2025-03-19, version 2.33* Although I subscribed at 1.99 per month , I am still getting ads , cannot understand why , so I am cancelling and I lost 1.99 ## Most praised reviews (10 highest-rated) ### 5/5 — The game *2026-08-16, version 2.33* Best game ever. I haved played this for well over ten years. ### 5/5 — Challenging *2026-08-09, version 2.33* I love a game where you competing against other players. I also love word games. This one is a gem. ### 5/5 — Great game *2026-08-09, version 2.33* For a brain game that you actually have to think ### 5/5 — Playing for 12 years *2026-07-15, version 2.33* Keep your mind, busy and Sharp ### 5/5 — Favorite game *2026-07-08, version 2.33* My most played game. Using it for years. ### 5/5 — Migration problems *2026-07-06, version 2.33* Love the game. It won’t let me migrate my old game so I had to start a new one. It will not accept my phone number. Wish I knew who to call. Hate to loose my game of past. But still love the game. ### 5/5 — Perfect *2026-06-28, version 2.33* Played for over 10 years. Great word game. ### 5/5 — Welder *2026-06-23, version 2.33* Played versions of Welder for many years love it! ### 5/5 — Best kept secret *2026-06-04, version 2.33* This game is worth the time to learn. Great solo play and competitive play. ### 5/5 — Marvelous *2026-03-24, version 2.33* I absolutely love this game. Even though it seems to sometimes play favorites --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-09-01.*