Word Shaker

Word Shaker

by C Loep

33 ratings
151 reviews
$2.99

Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • June 9, 2009
  • September 21, 2016

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A word searching game where words can be found in any direction, not just straight lines. Earn points by finding words, with bonuses for longer ones. Shake your device to shuffle letters when stuck. Compete with others on online leaderboards.

Non-linear word finding
Letter shuffling by shaking device
Online leaderboards
Customizable game modes
Progress tracking
Multiple grid sizes
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What's New in Word Shaker

3.1

September 21, 2016

This update from Apple will improve the functionality of this app. No new features are included. - fixes font problems on iOS10 - added haptic feedback option - misc fixes

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This game dropped -2 positions in Word games chart.

Last updated on July 21, 2026.

User reviews

My favourite game but iOS 18…..

Hopefully the developers are still supporting this game but iOS 18 seems to have bugged it out. I was in the middle of a game when I updated iOS - now pressing “New” crashes the game. Current game still works but can’t end it - just completely shuts down the app when trying.

Great word search game

LOVE this game! I’ve been playing it for 3+ years. However, why are certain words omitted? Example: America isn’t on the list, but Japan and Peru are? And please add mastodon.

Shake to mix really sucks, awkward to do and slows you down

The game is fun though.

Jks

This is the best version as you can change the length of the minimal letters in a word. However, it would be useful to be able to continue a game past the time limit, just to see the possibilities.
Also, it would be helpful to be able to shuffle when it is inconvenient to shake,such as with an iPad
I play against my self so I don't care about competition. I want the game to add to my vocabulary and not just be a addictive way to spend time.
This version does not appear to be in the AppStore, which is sad as the others won't let you eliminate the boring 3 letter words
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Good but Flawed

I enjoy this game and it would be 5 stars except for some annoying things.

First, the sound keeps disappearing at random times. The only solution I can find is to delete app from phone, then download from cloud again. Then the sound returns. But then goes away again in another day or two.

Second, the swiping of letters can sometimes be VERY annoying as they don't respond properly or quickly. Slows you down as you're playing.

Third, their dictionary of words is highly suspect. Some real words are not there at all.
But the game recognizes other words that definitely are not words at all. Especially some that are all consonants. It seems to sometimes use proper names, abbreviations, and odd slang expressions, etc. For example, how can things like "cgb" or "trw" or "xtc" or "nps" be words? I've seen dozens of so-called words like this in this game.

The game is still fun and challenging overall, but these 3 issues really hurt its rating.
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Reported Bugs

3 issues

Game crashes when trying to start a new game after iOS 18 update

Bug

Difficulty registering letter selections at times

Bug

Score submission issues when network connection changes

Bug

Requested Features

5 requests

Add a shuffle button instead of shake

Feature

Allow continuing a game past the time limit

Feature

Provide word definitions for missed words

Feature

Add multi-player mode

Feature

Improve dictionary to include more common words

Feature

FAQ

What is Word Shaker?

Word Shaker is a word searching game where words can be found in any direction, not just straight lines. The objective is to find words within a letter grid to earn points, with bonuses for longer words. It offers various game modes and competitive features.

How do I play Word Shaker?

You play by finding words within a grid of letters. Words do not have to be in a straight line. You can tap or slide to circle words. Each letter has a point value, and longer words earn bonus points. If you get stuck, you can shake your device to scramble the letters.

Is Word Shaker free to play?

Yes, the application is free to play. There are no in-app purchases or advertisements mentioned in the provided description.

What are the different game modes available?

The game offers timed games in durations of 1, 3, 5, 10, and 30 minutes, as well as relaxing untimed games. You can also choose from various grid sizes, from 4x4 to 8x8.

Can I compete with others in Word Shaker?

Yes, the app features online leaderboards where you can compete with friends and players worldwide. It also tracks personal high scores and provides toplists for highest-scoring words, both personal and global.