# Words Without Friends

> Single-player word building game with strategic letter placement and collectible rewards. (iPhone/iPad app by Les Ganton.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/words-without-friends/id1212112914 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Les Ganton](https://appshunter.io/developer/368443008)
- Category: Games, Entertainment, Puzzle, Word
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 3.60/5 from 33 App Store ratings · 25 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.0 · 17 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2017-04-21
- Data updated: 2026-06-11
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/words-without-friends/id1212112914/reviews.md

## What is Words Without Friends?

Single player word game like no other!
With Words Without Friends, you build branching words while collecting Gift Cards, Stars and most importantly Targets. Complete objectives to win free Cards that will help you complete Hundreds of Levels.

- Hundreds of challenging Levels
- Many board configurations
- 4 types of Cards (assists) to win and collect
- Employ your strategic genius

If you enjoy word board games, then give this one a try. Completing a level requires you to simply collect Targets. The not-so-simple part is that each Target has a letter which must be used in a word. You will need to use all your word skills as you strategically place letters. Placing a letter in a bad spot just might make it impossible to complete the level.

## Key features

- Build branching words
- Collect Gift Cards, Stars, and Targets
- Complete hundreds of levels
- Utilize four types of assist cards
- Employ strategic genius
- Many board configurations

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 200 of each Card | $29.99 | one-time |
| 50 of each Card | $9.99 | one-time |
| 25 of each Card | $5.99 | one-time |
| 10 of each Card | $2.99 | one-time |
| 5 of each Card | $1.99 | one-time |
| 2 of each Card | $0.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (10 of 25)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/words-without-friends/id1212112914/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Reset

*2025-07-27, version 2.9*

I was up to level 800 approximately and it has reset me to level 1 the beginning 
Not happy

### 5/5 — Fine game, but…

*2024-07-18, version 2.9*

This is a great game. However, once you have finished all 800 levels, there is a promise of more levels to come. Alas, it doesn’t seem like this will happen… still, I’d recommend this to any word puzzle enthusiast. UPDATE AS OF 07/16… new levels! That’s great! 6 stars?

### 1/5 — App not working

*2024-07-12, version 2.9*

Never had a problem until today, July 12, 2024. I just have. Screen of blue tiles with no letters. Have rebooted with no luck.

### 5/5 — Fine game, but…

*2024-07-09*

This is a great game. However, once you have finished all 800 levels, there is a promise of more levels to come. Alas, it doesn’t seem like this will happen… still, I’d recommend this to any word puzzle enthusiast.

**Developer response:** Hi there. I have released 50 more levels recently. I will be releasing even more in the near future. Thank you for playing.

### 5/5 — Love this app

*2024-01-06, version 2.8*

This is a challenge. I have had to attempt some levels many times in order to solve. 

I cannot solve level 538 due to needing a word ending in V that includes I _ _ V. 

Any advice?

### 4/5 — Stopped working

*2020-06-18, version 2.5*

I love this game but it just suddenly stopped working all I get is a blue tile screen😭 I am using a 7th generation iPad running 13.5.1. It still works on my 6th gen also running 13.5.1. I tried to email but it said server rejected recipient’s address??

### 2/5 — I love this app but it stopped working

*2020-06-14, version 2.5*

Help, since the last just days ago, the app won’t load. Help!

### 5/5 — Best game ever

*2020-05-04, version 2.4*

So much better than Words with friends. I love this game bc it’s more a strategy based game like chess. You have to create words in specific pattens so that you can achieve the already existing blocks. So fun!!

### 5/5 — The best word game app Absolutely

*2019-12-13, version 2.4*

Words without Friends is absolutely the best. I have been playing for many many months and I look forward to new games every morning. I even go back and play games again trying to improve my score.

### 2/5 — Placement

*2019-11-05, version 2.4*

Stuck on level 5 for too long. Your letter placements (especially the Q and X) make it too difficult to get them. I don't pay for apps before I've reached the halfway point and I never cheat by looking up word combinations (what's the point of downloading an app if you're just going to pay or cheat your way through the whole thing?). 
So, since I've tried and tried every combination I can think of in futility, I'm uninstalling this before it becomes infuriating. 
You get 2 stars for creating a word game that doesn't require swiping or stacking. The other 3... see above.

## Frequently asked questions about Words Without Friends

### What is this game about?

This is a single-player word game where you build branching words. The goal is to strategically place letters to collect specific Targets, which are letters that must be used in your words to complete hundreds of challenging levels.

### What are the main features of the game?

Key features include building branching words, collecting Gift Cards, Stars, and Targets, completing hundreds of levels, utilizing four types of assist cards, and employing strategic thinking with various board configurations.

### Is this game free to play?

The game is free to play, but it does offer in-app purchases. These purchases likely provide benefits such as assist cards or other items that can help players progress through the levels.

### What kind of word skills are needed?

You will need to use your word skills to strategically place letters. Each Target has a specific letter that must be incorporated into a word. Poor letter placement can make it impossible to complete a level, so strategic thinking is crucial.

### Who would enjoy this game?

This game is ideal for players who enjoy word board games and are looking for a challenging single-player experience. It appeals to those who like to exercise their strategic thinking and word-building abilities.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.9 — 2024-07-10

Added 50 new levels.

### 2.8 — 2020-09-13

- Fixed issue with pause screen.
- You can now choose your prize for completing an objective (as requested).

### 2.7 — 2020-08-19

Fixed a couple bugs.

### 2.6 — 2020-06-18

Fixed an issue with iPad not displaying screens.

### 2.5 — 2020-06-11

- Combined Swap and Swap Plus
- Added 100 levels

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All apps by Les Ganton: https://appshunter.io/developer/368443008

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