# Word Chain Duel — 1v1 real-time word chains

> 1v1 real-time word chains (iPhone/iPad app by CAGLAR EKER.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/word-chain-duel/id6764436039 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [CAGLAR EKER](https://appshunter.io/developer/1895291891)
- Category: Games, Education, Family, Word
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 17.0 · 12 MB
- Languages: American English, Turkish
- Released: 2026-06-17
- Data updated: 2026-08-03
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/word-chain-duel/id6764436039/reviews.md

## What is Word Chain Duel?

Word Chain Duel is a clean, modern take on the classic two-player word chain game. One player plays a word; the other responds with a word that begins with the previous word's last letter. Real-time online matchmaking pairs you with an opponent in seconds, with a global leaderboard to climb.

GAME MODES

• Timed: ~20 seconds per turn, 3 strikes and you're out — pure speed.
• Turn-based: play at your own pace, only resignation ends the game — pure strategy.

DICTIONARIES

• English: ~279,000 words.
• Turkish: ~170,000 words, built from TDK sources.
• You pick the language at match start; your opponent plays in the same dictionary.

FEATURES

• Real-time 1v1 online matchmaking — no sign-up, no password.
• Play a friend directly with an invite code.
• Global wins leaderboard, plus optional Game Center sign-in for your alias.
• Score = word length. One letter, one point. Longer word, more points.
• No word is allowed twice in a single match.
• Offline PRACTICE mode — play against a simple local AI, no account needed.
• The required starting letter is highlighted automatically — never lose track of what you owe.
• Subtle haptic feedback for your turn, valid moves, and strikes.

PREMIUM

Free to play, with an optional one-time Premium upgrade that removes ads and unlocks extra color themes and detailed match stats.

• No accounts, sign-up, or sign-in (other than optional Game Center).
• Ads between games on the free tier (Google AdMob).

Quick, focused, two-player — challenge a stranger or a friend.

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Word Chain Premium | $2.99 | one-time |



## Version history (last 2 releases)

### 1.1.1 — 2026-06-24

Random matchmaking now uses a fixed 20-second turn timer, so both players always play under the same clock — fairer matches. Plus minor improvements.

### 1.1.0 — 2026-06-17

No release notes.

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