# Word Genius by Curious — A new crossword brain game!

> Clueless crossword puzzle game with themed levels and educational cards. (iPhone/iPad app by Curious.com.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/word-genius-by-curious/id1321652251 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Curious.com](https://appshunter.io/developer/672619472)
- Category: Games, Education, Trivia, Word
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.60/5 from 3,411 App Store ratings · 204 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 10.0 · 242 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2018-01-31
- Data updated: 2026-08-23
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/word-genius-by-curious/id1321652251/reviews.md

## What is Word Genius by Curious?

Welcome to Word Genius! Solve your way through challenging clueless crossword puzzles, a unique new twist on the crossword puzzle, and unlock new themed levels!

Embark on a brain teasing journey: beat levels by filling in missing letters, uncover Curious Cards, explore new areas of knowledge, from animals to '80s music to the Renaissance. You even get help from in-game geniuses, such as Pythagoras and Julia Child! What are you waiting for? Open your brain to Word Genius.

Word Genius is the newest puzzle game created by Curious, the creator of the Curious app, the original game of lifelong learning. 

Game Features: 
- Hundreds of puzzles for hours of enjoyment and learning
- Daily bonus puzzles and rewards
- Hints to help you solve the most difficult puzzles
- Earn fun and educational Curious Cards as you complete each level
- No time limit on puzzles - enjoy the game for any time, anywhere

Word Genius is free to play, though some in-game items can also be purchased for real money. If you don't want to use this option, simply turn it off in your device's "Restrictions" menu.

## Key features

- Clueless crossword puzzles
- Themed levels
- Curious Cards
- Daily bonus puzzles
- Hints available
- No time limit

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Coin Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Coin Pack | $4.99 | one-time |
| Coin Pack | $9.99 | one-time |
| Coin Pack | $19.99 | one-time |
| Coin Pack | $7.99 | one-time |
| Coin Pack | $14.99 | one-time |
| Coin Pack | $19.99 | one-time |
| Coin Pack | $3.99 | one-time |
| Coin Pack | $4.99 | one-time |
| Coin Pack | $9.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of Word Genius by Curious?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 🚀 Creative fun
- 👍 Challenging but fun
- 🤓 Informative and educational
- 🧠 Stretches the mind
- 🕰️ Relaxing and enjoyable

**Cons**

- 🐛 Crashes and freezes
- 🕰️ Slow to add new puzzles
- 💰 Difficult to earn enough coins
- 🤔 Obscure or unfamiliar topics
- 🔘 Accidental button presses

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Daily puzzle download issues
- Coin store not working
- Levels not loading properly

**Most requested features**

- Bring back daily puzzles
- Option to skip topics
- Reorganize genius cards
- More frequent updates
- Ability to earn more coins

## Recent user reviews (10 of 204)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/word-genius-by-curious/id1321652251/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Creative fun

*2025-05-13, version 1.0.139*

Takes fun subjects and creates great puzzles to try and solve. Enjoy! It is a challenge, but a fun one!

### 2/5 — Good game

*2025-02-01, version 1.0.139*

Love this game. Only issue is you have to wait a while for new puzzles.

### 1/5 — Word Genius

*2025-01-08, version 1.0.139*

What has happened to the “daily puzzle” ?
No way to earn points like other games.  Very disappointing

### 5/5 — Word genius

*2024-10-27, version 1.0.139*

Love the game.  It challenged you.

### 5/5 — Creative fun

*2024-10-02, version 1.0.139*

Takes fun subjects and creates great puzzles to try and solve. Enjoy! It is a challenge, but a fun one!

### 5/5 — Pop culture and crossword

*2024-08-11, version 1.0.139*

More interesting than most of the word games. The games teases me into refreshing my knowledge. Nice change.

### 4/5 — Never stop learning!!

*2024-07-11, version 1.0.139*

Brilliant, could be an original game show!

### 3/5 — Word genius

*2024-05-31, version 1.0.139*

Would like more games

### 5/5 — Brenda from Bama

*2024-03-09, version 1.0.139*

I totally love spending rainy days curled up playing this gam. You don’t have to be a Genius to enjoy it

### 2/5 — Word genius

*2024-01-28, version 1.0.139*

The coin store never works. Very frustrating if you want to continue the game and you don’t have enough coins

## Frequently asked questions about Word Genius by Curious

### What is Word Genius?

Word Genius is a mobile puzzle game that offers a unique twist on traditional crosswords. Players fill in missing letters to solve challenging "clueless" puzzles across various themed levels, making it a brain-teasing and educational experience.

### What are the key features of Word Genius?

Key features include hundreds of "clueless" crossword puzzles, unlockable themed levels, the ability to earn fun and educational Curious Cards, daily bonus puzzles and rewards, and hints to assist with difficult challenges. The game also has no time limit, allowing for relaxed play.

### Is Word Genius free to play?

Yes, Word Genius is free to play. However, it does offer optional in-game items that can be purchased with real money. Players can disable this feature in their device's restrictions menu if they prefer not to make in-app purchases.

### What kind of knowledge can I learn from Word Genius?

The game offers a journey through various areas of knowledge. As you progress through levels and collect Curious Cards, you can learn about topics ranging from animals and '80s music to the Renaissance, making it an engaging way to expand your understanding.

### Can I play Word Genius on any device?

The provided description does not specify compatibility with particular operating systems or devices. However, it is a mobile application, suggesting it is designed for smartphones and tablets.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.0.139 — 2021-05-17

1.0.139
- New level: Thriller Movies!

We love feedback! If you are having fun with Word Genius, please leave a review. You can also send us feedback directly at wordgenius@curious.com!

### 1.0.138 — 2021-04-05

1.0.138
- New level: Chronicles of Narnia!

We love feedback! If you are having fun with Word Genius, please leave a review. You can also send us feedback directly at wordgenius@curious.com!

### 1.0.137 — 2021-03-23

1.0.137
- New level: Notable Women!

We love feedback! If you are having fun with Word Genius, please leave a review. You can also send us feedback directly at wordgenius@curious.com!

### 1.0.136 — 2021-03-15

1.0.136
- New level: Dance Crazes!

We love feedback! If you are having fun with Word Genius, please leave a review. You can also send us feedback directly at wordgenius@curious.com!

### 1.0.135 — 2021-02-22

1.0.135
- New level: Black History!

We love feedback! If you are having fun with Word Genius, please leave a review. You can also send us feedback directly at wordgenius@curious.com!

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