# ZooTales — Word Puzzles, Happy Animals

> Word Puzzles, Happy Animals (iPhone/iPad app by Christoph Weidinger.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/zootales/id6823907852 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Christoph Weidinger](https://appshunter.io/developer/6788835256)
- Category: Games, Word
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 17.0 · 175 MB
- Languages: American English, Dutch, French (France), German (Germany), Italian, European Portuguese, European Spanish
- Released: 2026-10-19
- Data updated: 2026-10-29

## What is ZooTales?

ZooTales is a relaxing word puzzle game where every chapter introduces a rescued baby animal. Connect letters, uncover hidden words, and help each new arrival grow from newborn to adult.

SOLVE AT YOUR OWN PACE
• Swipe around the letter wheel to fill the crossword grid.
• Explore 1,000+ levels across 20 themed word chapters.
• Discover special theme words and bonus words for extra rewards.
• No timers and no lives — play one quick round or settle in for longer.

RAISE A REMARKABLE ANIMAL FAMILY
• Reach chapter milestones to earn keeper meals.
• Feed and care for each rescue through four life stages.
• Visit your growing Animal Family and meet a new companion in every chapter.

HELP WHEN YOU NEED IT
• Reveal one letter with a hint.
• Let the keeper radio solve a whole word when you are truly stuck.
• Earn coins and treats while playing, then trade them for more hints.

PLAY YOUR WAY
• Calm illustrated habitats, gentle music and satisfying sounds.
• Play offline with no account required.
• Keep progress in sync across your Apple devices with iCloud.

ZooTales is free to play and supported by occasional ads. A one-time Remove Ads purchase removes interstitial ads and permanently doubles level coins. Optional hint packs are also available.

Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
Privacy Policy: https://weidinger-c.github.io/ZooTales-App/privacy.html

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 25 Hints | $0.99 | one-time |
| 75 Hints | $1.99 | one-time |
| 150 Hints | $2.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads | $2.99 | one-time |


## Is ZooTales safe?

Not enough ratings yet to assess ZooTales.

## Is ZooTales legit?

ZooTales appears legitimate, with a few gaps. The AppsHunter Legitimacy Score for ZooTales is 65 out of 100 points across 7 verification signals from App Store and developer data.


## Version history (last 2 releases)

### 1.0.1 — 2026-10-27

Minor bug fixes and improvements.

### 1.0.0 — 2026-10-20

No release notes.

## More apps by Christoph Weidinger

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- [Paper Boat: River Journey](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/paper-boat-river-journey/id6821608270)

All apps by Christoph Weidinger: https://appshunter.io/developer/6788835256

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