# Wordsmyth - Calm Word Play — A Zen Daily Puzzle Game

> Daily word puzzle game with no timers or ads. (iPhone/iPad app by Rose Design and Education Services.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wordsmyth-calm-word-play/id1534959553 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Rose Design and Education Services](https://appshunter.io/developer/1456472018)
- Category: Games, Education, Puzzle, Word
- Price: $2.99
- Rating: 4.60/5 from 289 App Store ratings · 79 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.0 · 114 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2021-02-25
- Data updated: 2026-09-05
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wordsmyth-calm-word-play/id1534959553/reviews.md

## What is Wordsmyth?

Wordsmyth is simple - one new puzzle, every day you play.

No timers, no levels and no distracting adverts - just you and todays 9 letters. Focus on them, absorb them and find as many words as you can. There's no pressure, so sit back and take your time.

The beautiful, dynamic scenery flows with every interaction, while the mellow soundscapes help draw you deeper into the experience.

With over 18 years worth of puzzles, Wordsmyth will provide you with a peaceful, meditative puzzling experience for years to come.

AppAdvice - Game Of The Week
AppAdvice - Games Of The Month
148Apps - “a refreshingly chill take on Boggle” 4/5
iMore - “will relax, rather than stress“
PocketGamer - "a fresh new experience each day"
Metro UK - "Near perfect mobile entertainment - 9/10"

## Key features

- Daily new puzzle
- No timers or levels
- No distracting ads
- Focus on 9 letters
- Calming soundscapes
- Dynamic scenery

## Chart rankings

- #36 in Top Paid · Word (US App Store)

## What do users think of Wordsmyth?

Overall sentiment: mixed

**Pros**

- 😌 Relaxing and calming gameplay experience
- 🎨 Beautiful, elegant visual design
- 🔇 No ads or intrusive notifications
- 🎮 Simple, intuitive game mechanics
- 🎵 Pleasant sound effects
- 💡 Helpful hint system for stuck players
- 🔄 Daily puzzle refresh keeps engagement
- 🎯 Good word formation feedback with color indicators

**Cons**

- 📚 Dictionary is incomplete and limited
- 🔋 Severe battery drain and device overheating
- 🎮 Clunky swipe-based controls for editing
- ⏰ Only one puzzle per day is restrictive
- 😕 Inconsistent word acceptance (common words missing)
- 🚫 Racial slurs included in word list
- 🔤 Odd mix of archaic/obscure words vs missing common ones
- 🎮 No auto-clear of letters after word submission
- ❓ Unclear UI with poor instructions
- 🔗 Game Center multiplayer feature doesn't work properly
- 🐛 Various bugs after recent updates

**Commonly reported bugs**

- App crashes on opening (iPhone 10 Max)
- Last letter shows white after word submission
- Shake shuffle doesn't always work
- Game Center sync shows different letter sets to friends
- Game locked/marked complete at partial progress
- Extreme battery drain even in battery saver mode
- Device overheating during gameplay
- Game Center opt-out resets on each app open
- Vague/missing UI button labels
- Date display incorrect
- Multiplayer sync not functioning

**Most requested features**

- Expand dictionary with more common words
- Add backspace/delete button instead of swipe gestures
- Auto-submit words with single swipe action
- Auto-clear letters after word submission
- Multiple puzzles per day option
- Shuffle/mix letters button
- In-app dictionary with word definitions
- Ability to view missed words after puzzle completion
- Settings menu for customization options
- Disable plurals option
- Consistent daily puzzle across Game Center friends
- Ability to replay previous day puzzles
- Cursor positioning within words for editing
- Swiping input method for RSI-friendly play
- Battery saver mode improvements
- Disable background animations option
- British English dictionary option
- Word lookup integration with iOS system dictionary

## Recent user reviews (10 of 79)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wordsmyth-calm-word-play/id1534959553/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Stürzt nach 3.0-Update (nicht mehr) ab

*2026-09-02*

Ich hatte mich gefreut, aber nach dem Update lässt sich die App nun nicht mehr öffnen.
________
Update: nach Löschen und Neuinstallation läuft die App, nur den Tag muss/darf ich erneut spielen.

### 4/5 — Neat

*2026-06-10*

My request would be option to swipe each letter instead of tapping as it’s much more satisfying. Otherwise good game!

### 4/5 — Fun, needs dictionary expanded

*2026-01-22*

I have already hit many common words that most people would know without needing to look it up that are not included. Hopefully over time many of these get added.

### 2/5 — It’s good until it’s not

*2026-01-20, version 2.21*

The issue with this app is some words that are actually real words, don’t exist in this game. “Words” that aren’t actually words exist in this game. 

For example, Ween is a word but not in the game. Ins is not a word that I can find to exist anywhere other than as an abbreviation, but it exists in the game. 

That’s how they manage to make 9 letters span for 150+ “words”. It almost feels like a waste of time past getting 80-100 words.

### 2/5 — Would be better with just 1 swipe

*2025-10-01, version 2.21*

Upward swipe should submit word and clear at the same time. 2 swipes slows it down too much

### 4/5 — great game but…

*2025-09-07, version 2.21*

why is the N word included?

### 1/5 — Slurs

*2025-08-12, version 2.21*

There are racial slurs in puzzles.

### 1/5 — Save your money $

*2025-06-27*

Not that impressed with this game.  Calming to look at?  I guess.  Only allowing you to play one game a day?  Ridiculous.  Not for a paid app.  Difficult swipe to delete letters or erase words.  It’s a pain.  I’d rather just see a button you tap to enter the word and an “X” to delete.  Save your money.  Similar but better games can be found on the App Store and with no daily game limit and better controls.  What a disappointment.  Definitely regret purchasing this game.

### 2/5 — Save your money $

*2025-06-24*

Not that impressed with this game.  Calming to look at?  I guess.  Only allowing you to play one game a day?  Ridiculous.  Not for a paid app.  Save your money.  Similar but better ones can be found and with no daily game limit.

### 2/5 — Fun word game, but …

*2025-03-01, version 2.21*

The dictionary is woefully inadequate. So many words are missing. Gets a bit frustrating very quickly.

## Frequently asked questions about Wordsmyth

### What is Wordsmyth?

Wordsmyth is a daily word puzzle game where you are presented with nine letters each day. The goal is to find as many words as possible using these letters without any time limits or pressure. It's designed to be a peaceful and meditative experience.

### What are the key features of Wordsmyth?

Key features include a new puzzle every day, no timers or levels, no distracting advertisements, and a focus on absorbing the given letters. The app also boasts beautiful, dynamic scenery and mellow soundscapes to enhance the immersive experience.

### Is Wordsmyth free to play?

Yes, Wordsmyth is a free game. It does not have in-app purchases or advertisements, offering a completely uninterrupted and cost-free puzzling experience.

### What kind of experience does Wordsmyth offer?

Wordsmyth offers a refreshingly chill and meditative take on word games. It's designed to relax rather than stress the player, providing a peaceful escape with its calming visuals and soundscapes.

### How many puzzles are available?

The app has over 18 years worth of puzzles, ensuring a continuous supply of new daily challenges for years to come. This provides a long-term, engaging experience for dedicated players.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 3.0 — 2026-09-02

Wordsmyth's had a quiet rebuild under the hood — smoother performance, better battery life, and a lot of years of housekeeping cleared out.

Same calm puzzle, every day.

### 2.21 — 2023-02-21

bug fixes

### 2.2 — 2022-06-23

- Dictionary Feedback - If you find a word isn't accepted by Wordsmyth, but you believe it should be, you can now submit this word back to me for inclusion in a future update.
- Share - You can now share your puzzle and current progress with your friends, family and social media!
- Battery Saver Improvements - The Battery Saver mode has been cleaned up and optimised, trading visual detail for better performance.
- Various bug fixes, tweaks and improvements

### 2.1 — 2022-01-07

All New Dictionary - A brand new, expertly curated wordset is now the backbone of Wordsmyth.

Thousands More Puzzles - Wordsmyth now provides over 18 years worth of puzzles - even if you play every day!

Offensive Word Filter - You can now choose whether to see or hide rude, offensive or derogatory words in Wordsmyth. They are OFF by default, but if you feel you want the option to play the words officially recognised in the Dictionary, the choice is yours.

Friend Match - You now have the option to align your puzzles with friends and family, so you can all see the same word grid every day.

Favourite - You can now 'heart' any puzzle in Wordsmyth, storing that day indefinitely until you have the chance to complete it.

Clear Hint - Stuck on the current hint? You can now clear and generate a fresh one to keep you going.

Battery Saver - Running low on battery, or simply want to reduce Wordsmyths footprint on your phones resources? Simply enable Battery Saver mode to sacrifice a little quality for vastly improved performance.

Breathtaking Visual Upgrades - Stunning vista upgrades, beautiful lighting enhancements and dynamic weather effects help bring even more peace and relaxation to your day.

** 2.1 - Updated Audio Toggle

### 2.0.2 — 2021-12-20

All New Dictionary - A brand new, expertly curated wordset is now the backbone of Wordsmyth.

Thousands More Puzzles - Wordsmyth now provides over 18 years worth of puzzles - even if you play every day!

Offensive Word Filter - You can now choose whether to see or hide rude, offensive or derogatory words in Wordsmyth. They are OFF by default, but if you feel you want the option to play the words officially recognised in the Dictionary, the choice is yours.

Friend Match - You now have the option to align your puzzles with friends and family, so you can all see the same word grid every day.

Favourite - You can now 'heart' any puzzle in Wordsmyth, storing that day indefinitely until you have the chance to complete it.

Clear Hint - Stuck on the current hint? You can now clear and generate a fresh one to keep you going.

Battery Saver - Running low on battery, or simply want to reduce Wordsmyths footprint on your phones resources? Simply enable Battery Saver mode to sacrifice a little quality for vastly improved performance.

Breathtaking Visual Upgrades - Stunning vista upgrades, beautiful lighting enhancements and dynamic weather effects help bring even more peace and relaxation to your day.

** 2.0.1 - Fix for crash when Tilt is disabled
** 2.0.2 - Fix for the Fix. Sorry. :(

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## More apps by Rose Design and Education Services

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