Comparison

Cryptic Writings vs LinkyWord

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

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About

Cryptic Writings

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Unleash your inner codebreaker and dive into the world of ciphers and secrets! Welcome to Cryptic Writings: Cryptograms, the ultimate brain-teasing game where your logic, pattern recognition, and problem-solving skills will be put to the test. Challenge yourself to decrypt hidden messages, solve intricate puzzles, and uncover hidden truths in this immersive cryptogram experience! Each level presents you with a coded message waiting to be unraveled. Use your intellect to decode ciphers and reveal the mysterious hidden messages. Features: 1. Engaging Gameplay: Solve captivating cryptograms and uncover the secrets within. 2. Endless Variety: No two puzzles are the same and you will never run out of puzzles to play! 3. Hints and Tips: Stuck? Use hints to keep your momentum going. Whether you're a fan of word puzzles, logic games, or cryptography, Cryptic Writings: Cryptograms will keep you entertained for hours. Sharpen your mind, unravel the mysteries, and become the ultimate cipher-solving champion! Download now and start your decoding adventure today!

About

LinkyWord

Connect words by starting each new word with the last two letters of the previous one. Build long chains, solve daily puzzles, and improve your vocabulary and problem-solving skills in this visually appealing word game.

Highlights
  • Word chaining gameplay
  • Hundreds of levels
  • Daily puzzles
  • Hint system
  • Vocabulary training
  • Stunning visuals
Features
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Dive into Linky Word, the addictive word association game that challenges your mind and creativity! Connect words in a unique and challenging way! The rule is simple but addictive: every new word must start with the last two letters of the previous word. Build unbreakable chains by finding the perfect link. If the first word is "APPLE", your next word must start with "LE" - like "LEMON". Then find a word starting with "ON", like "ONION"! From "Ghost" to "Story", "Solar" to "Array" - test your vocabulary and quick thinking in this beautifully designed puzzle experience. Features: Hundreds of Levels: From easy warm-ups to brain-bending challenges. Daily Puzzles: A fresh new challenge every day to keep your streak alive. Stunning Visuals: Glossy 3D tiles, smooth animations, and a relaxing starry atmosphere. Helpful Hints: Stuck on a link? Use coins to get a nudge in the right direction. Train Your Brain: Improve your vocabulary and problem-solving skills with just a few minutes a day. Whether you're a casual player looking for a quick break or a word wizard aiming for mastery, Linky Word offers endless fun. Download now and start building your chain!

Screenshots

Cryptic Writings4 screens
LinkyWord4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Cryptic Writings at none against LinkyWord's 5. Cryptic Writings also leads on iOS requirement (12.0 vs 17.0). LinkyWord's advantage is update cadence (fortnightly vs every 5 months). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. LinkyWord sells 5 one-off in-app purchases. Cryptic Writings asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Cryptic Writings ships an update every 5 months, LinkyWord fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on December 30, 2025 and September 14, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Cryptic Writings versus LinkyWord: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCryptic WritingsLinkyWord
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (9 ratings) — better
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings9 — better
Update frequencyEvery 5 monthsFortnightly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS12.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size61 MB18 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperLavish Software Solutions SRLNilufer Sagat

In-app purchases

None

Cryptic Writings

No in-app purchases

5 purchases

LinkyWord

One-time5
  • Streak Save$0.99
  • Catch Up$0.99
  • 250 Coins$0.99
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  • 600 Coins$1.99
  • 3200 Coins$7.99

Questions

Is Cryptic Writings free?
Cryptic Writings is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is LinkyWord free?
LinkyWord is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Cryptic Writings or LinkyWord have ads?
Neither Cryptic Writings nor LinkyWord shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Cryptic Writings or LinkyWord?
Cryptic Writings ships an update every 5 months, and LinkyWord fortnightly. Most recently, Cryptic Writings was updated on December 30, 2025 and LinkyWord on September 14, 2026.

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