# Word Roundup Stampede - Search — Fast & Fun Word Search

> Handcrafted word search puzzles with no word list, daily challenges, and local multiplayer. (iPhone/iPad app by Adveractive, Inc..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/word-roundup-stampede-search/id1032007791 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Adveractive, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/541130018)
- Category: Games, Entertainment, Puzzle, Word
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.55/5 from 256 App Store ratings · 79 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 8.0 · 85 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2016-11-21
- Data updated: 2026-07-05
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/word-roundup-stampede-search/id1032007791/reviews.md

## What is Word Roundup Stampede?

Word Search has never been more fun!  Word Search has never been more exciting!

This is David L. Hoyt's extraordinary Word Roundup puzzle game.

**  Each puzzle is a David L. Hoyt handcrafted masterpiece.
**  Tackle a new "Daily Challenge" every day.
**  There's no word list. Discover the words yourself!
**  Use every letter square in the grid to win big!
**  Play for fun, high scores & mental stimulation. 
**  Play with friends (local wi-fi) for extra excitement!
**  Earn Game Center Achievements! Beat High Scores!

David is the most syndicated daily game creator in the world. His famous games include Jumble, Word Roundup, Pat Sajak's Lucky Letters, Just 2 Words, Word Winder, and Boggle BrainBusters. His games appear in 600+ newspapers, including USA Today, Chicago Tribune and Los Angeles Times.

Word Roundup Stampede has 660 delightfully challenging word search puzzles. 
Begin playing today. You'll love it!

## Key features

- Handcrafted word search puzzles
- No word list - discover words
- Daily Challenge puzzles
- Use every letter to win
- Local multiplayer via Wi-Fi
- Earn Game Center Achievements

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1,200 Coins | $0.99 | one-time |
| 4,400 Coins | $2.99 | one-time |
| 24,000 Coins | $9.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads | $0.99 | one-time |
| 10,000 Coins | $4.99 | one-time |
| Unlock All Puzzles | $1.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of Word Roundup Stampede?

Overall sentiment: mixed

**Pros**

- 🧠 Excellent brain exercise and mental workout
- ⚡ Fast-paced, quick gameplay
- 🎮 Addictive and engaging word puzzle mechanics
- 🎯 Multiple game modes and challenges
- 💰 Multiple ways to earn coins without spending
- 🏆 Competitive leaderboard and ranking system
- 🎨 Well-designed and clever puzzle construction
- 🎤 Voice option feature available
- 📱 Works well on iPad

**Cons**

- 🐛 Display scaling issues on newer iPhone models
- 📺 Excessive and intrusive advertisements
- ⏱️ App crashes after ads finish
- 🔄 No new puzzles in years
- 🚫 App no longer opens or functions properly
- 📊 Global ranking information removed in recent update
- 🎮 Play Friends feature broken after iOS updates
- 💸 Paywall blocking progression at puzzle #14
- 🔌 Requires internet connection to play
- ⚙️ Unresponsive developer support

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Game display zoomed in, cropping screen edges on iPhone 12, 12 Pro Max, 11 Pro Max
- Left and right columns cut off or partially invisible
- App crashes after advertisement completion
- App fails to open or launch
- Play Friends multiplayer feature non-functional
- Puzzle unlock purchases not working correctly
- App freezes or becomes unresponsive
- Runtime errors occurring
- App disappears after puzzle completion on iPad
- Ads without close button blocking gameplay

**Most requested features**

- Fix display scaling for iPhone 11, 12, and Max Pro models
- Reduce frequency and intrusiveness of advertisements
- Add new puzzle content
- Restore global ranking comparison statistics
- Restore Play Friends multiplayer feature
- Adjustable time limits for puzzles
- Show total possible doubles found in each puzzle
- Easier puzzle replay functionality
- Offline gameplay capability
- Better ad skip/close options

## Recent user reviews (10 of 79)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/word-roundup-stampede-search/id1032007791/reviews.md

### 3/5 — Cannot See Comparidon Ratings

*2025-09-23, version 1.64*

It is evident that this game is no longer updated for years.  However, at least it was easy to see your ranking OUT OF TOTAL NUMBER OF PLAYERS for all time and for every 10th game. With the iOS 26 update the entire global ranking appearance has changed.  You can still see what # rank you are though you can no longer see where you stand out of the total number of players and percentage you have beaten. This information was all neatly summarized at a glance.  It is no longer without scrolling scrolling scrolling through each puzzles scores and doing your own calculations.  Because I replay the games to better my scores, it has been fun to see what top percentage rank I was in for all time, as an example.  These stats are no longer summarized.  Also, app support is no longer functional.

### 1/5 — App no longer works

*2024-04-09, version 1.64*

I play on an iPad mini. I can no longer get it to open.

### 1/5 — No longer works properly on iPhone 12 XS Max

*2024-02-15, version 1.64*

Appears zoomed in, cropping important parts of the screen. Can’t play anymore. 

Emailed developer. No response. 

Please resize the screen and I will re-rate. I was a five star customer until now for all Hoyt apps

### 1/5 — Ok at first

*2023-10-22, version 1.64*

Ok, fun game but there has been no new puzzles in almost 5 years. Plus doesn’t fit on iPhone screen.

### 1/5 — Was good but crashes now

*2023-07-26, version 1.64*

Was a good game. Ads have become too long…I know they are necessary but we should be able to opt out quicker. Now the app crashes every time an ad finishes. Unfortunately will be deleting the app.

### 4/5 — Donna

*2022-10-11, version 1.64*

I have an I-Phone 12, and I can’t see the left or right side. My score could be better if the puzzle fit. Other than that, I really love it.

### 3/5 — Wrong size

*2022-07-15, version 1.64*

Hey David I really love your games, and all of them work great on the iPhone except for this one. The left row and the right row are halfway off the screen, so it is impossible to play it. If you can tell me how to fix that I will definitely give a five star review.

### 4/5 — Needs updating

*2022-02-18, version 1.64*

Ever since i updated my iPhone to the latest version, the display of this game is so large, the side columns are almost off the screen, making it difficult to play. Please update! Other than that i love the game.

### 4/5 — Hurry!

*2021-10-17, version 1.64*

Love the game and having to think quickly of words in my vocabulary.  And “Doubles” are the most fun and teach me the most.  Thank you!  Peggy

### 4/5 — Good game but difficult to play on an iPhone

*2021-08-13, version 1.64*

I love playing this game everyday. But on my iPhone, the leftmost and rightmost columns are cut off and only half the letters are visible. This has been the case for several years. I score better when I play the game on an i{ad because I can see the whole board.

## Frequently asked questions about Word Roundup Stampede

### What is Word Roundup Stampede?

Word Roundup Stampede is a word search puzzle game created by David L. Hoyt. It features handcrafted puzzles where players discover words without a given list, using every letter square to win. The game offers daily challenges and opportunities for high scores and mental stimulation.

### What are the key features of this word search app?

Key features include handcrafted puzzles, a unique gameplay mechanic where there is no word list to guide you, and a 'Daily Challenge' puzzle each day. Players can also use every letter square in the grid to win, play with friends over local Wi-Fi, and earn Game Center Achievements.

### How much does Word Roundup Stampede cost?

The application is free to download and play. It offers in-app purchases, which may include additional content or features, but the core gameplay and a substantial number of puzzles are accessible without cost.

### Is this app compatible with my device?

While specific compatibility details are not provided in the description, word search games like this are typically available on both iOS and Android mobile devices. It is recommended to check the app store listing for your specific device's operating system version.

### What are some common use cases for this app?

This app is ideal for individuals seeking mental stimulation, a fun way to pass the time, or a challenging word puzzle experience. It's also suitable for playing with friends locally, making it a good option for casual gaming sessions.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.64 — 2019-05-14

**  108 New Puzzles! Some of the best I have ever made.
**  Unlocks 30 New Puzzles when you update!
**  Improvements to game play and minor fixes.
**  Many hours of play from 660 mind-stimulating puzzles.

### 1.46 — 2018-10-26

** Optimized screen layouts for the newest iPhones (XS & XR)
** Minor improvements and fixes

Thanks for supporting my app and playing my puzzles!
-- David L. Hoyt --

### 1.40 — 2018-02-16

**  250 New Puzzles! Some of the best I have ever made.
**  Unlocks 20 New Puzzles when you update!
**  Improvements to game play and sharing.
**  Many hours of play from 552 mind-stimulating puzzles.

Thanks for playing Word Roundup Stampede and thanks for the many great reviews!
— David L. Hoyt

### 1.20 — 2017-04-08

**  58 New Puzzles. Some of My Very Best!
**  Small improvements to Single & Two-Player Play.
**  Unlocks 3 Additional Puzzles for All Players.
**  App now has 302 Fun, Challenging Puzzles.
-- Thank you so much for playing my puzzles.
     David L. Hoyt

### 1.15 — 2017-02-01

**  10 New Hoyt Handcrafted Puzzles
**  Fixed occasional error interrupting play
**  Now contains 240 Total Puzzles
      My thanks to everyone now playing Stampede!
      --  David L. Hoyt  --

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