# Zingus — A Fun Word Race Game

> Fast-paced word race game with dynamic letter tracks for competitive play. (iPhone/iPad app by Michael Hourigan.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/zingus/id1120973311 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Michael Hourigan](https://appshunter.io/developer/286580930)
- Category: Games, Racing, Word
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 5 App Store ratings · 4 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 12.0 · 40 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2019-11-08
- Data updated: 2026-06-01
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/zingus/id1120973311/reviews.md

## What is Zingus?

Exhilarating. Race your way through the letters faster than your opponent, forming words as fast as you can. You might find yourself swearing or shrieking in delight when you just barely missed or made that great word at the end of a round.

Zingus takes word swipe games like Boggle to the next level with a race to the finish line. Instead of a fixed set of letters to find words in, the letters go on and on like a race track, and you race through them as fast as you can.

Take turns with your friends to find the most words in the least time. And longer words are even better! They get you to the end faster, and score a lot more points.

Here's what players are saying about Zingus:
    "it's good for the brain!"
    "I love and am insulted by Zingus"
    "I love this app"
    "Thanks for making something fun I can play... and with my friends, to boot!"
    "Zingus is a fast paced spelling game that’s fun and addictive. I like challenging myself. Fun to play with friends. If you like Words with Friends, you’ll love Zingus!"
    "It is addicting!"

Try it yourself for free!

## Key features

- Dynamic letter race track
- Word formation gameplay
- Multiplayer races
- Scoring for word length
- Challenging gameplay

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Zingus Deluxe | $4.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads | $2.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (4 of 4)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/zingus/id1120973311/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Competitive but not overwhelming

*2020-08-24*

This game keeps my mind moving. It is a fun challenge with a fair amount of strategy needed to optimize points. It makes me really feel like I’m getting to know my opponent as the games each have three rounds. It can be competitive but also lighthearted and fun. I love playing this game with friends and new opponents!!

### 5/5 — Fun!

*2020-01-16*

This game is fun and addicting and my friends and I love competing with each other.

### 5/5 — Good Fun All Around!

*2019-11-13*

Great way to spend the morning commute!

### 5/5 — Awesome game

*2019-11-13*

I just got this game and really enjoy it!  Glad I found it, can’t stop playing!!!

## Frequently asked questions about Zingus

### What is Zingus?

Zingus is a word race game where players compete to form words as quickly as possible on a dynamic letter track. It's designed to be fast-paced and engaging, offering a unique twist on traditional word games.

### How does Zingus gameplay work?

Unlike games with fixed letter grids, Zingus features a continuous 'race track' of letters. Players swipe through these letters to form words, with longer words earning more points and helping them advance faster towards the finish line.

### Can I play Zingus with friends?

Yes, Zingus is designed for turn-based play with friends. You can challenge your friends to see who can form the most words and score the highest points.

### Is Zingus suitable for all ages?

Zingus has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for younger players. The game is also praised for being 'good for the brain' by users.

### What devices can I play Zingus on?

Zingus is available on iPhone, iPad, and iPod. It was last updated on May 20, 2023, with version 1.3.

### How is Zingus rated by users?

Zingus has received excellent user feedback, with a perfect 5.0-star rating from 5 reviews. Players describe it as fun, addictive, and a great way to challenge themselves.

### Does Zingus have ads?

No, Zingus does not contain advertisements. The app is free to play and offers in-app purchases.

### How often is Zingus updated?

Zingus was last updated on May 20, 2023, indicating ongoing support and potential for future improvements. The current version is 1.3.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.3 — 2023-05-20

Fixed definitions - tap a word in the replay screen to see its definition.
Fixed hints when you can't find a word for a few seconds.
Game results are sent right away if possible.
Fixed graphical annoyances such as leader board header and white background in replay screen.
Shows the display name of the random player you are connected to.
Other small bug fixes.

### 1.1.3 — 2020-08-23

Fixed the device token format for iOS 13 so push notifications work again.

### 1.1.1 — 2020-07-24

Hey, players! You can now invite friends and family using email or text message. We've added a replay for games you play by yourself so you can see progress and your score. You can now accept all game invitations at once. Sign in with Apple was added, as well as bug fixes.

### 1.0.3 — 2019-11-09

- Fixed problem with playing same round twice in certain conditions.
- Fixed a connectivity issue.
- Fixed statistics not being updated sometimes.
- Added support for deferred deep links.
- Find friends by searching for their unique names.

### 1.0 — 2019-02-24

No release notes.

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All apps by Michael Hourigan: https://appshunter.io/developer/286580930

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