Comparison

Same Word Game vs Phantom Words

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

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About

Same Word Game

Features
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Step into the ultimate word battle arena where quick thinking meets strategic gameplay! Challenge players from around the globe in fast-paced, real-time word duels that will test your vocabulary, speed, and wit. HOW TO PLAY Each round presents you with a mystery word to guess. Submit your best guess, and watch as the game reveals which letters are correct and in the right position (green), which letters exist but are in the wrong spot (yellow), and which letters aren't in the word at all (gray). Use these clues strategically to outsmart your opponent and guess the word first! The player who correctly guesses the word wins the round. Win the majority of rounds to claim victory in the match! REAL-TIME MULTIPLAYER • Instant matchmaking with players worldwide • Live gameplay with real-time feedback • See your opponent's progress as they submit guesses • Challenge friends to rematches after each game • Competitive gameplay that keeps you on your toes MULTILINGUAL GAMEPLAY Each language features its own carefully curated word database, ensuring authentic and challenging gameplay no matter which language you choose. LIVES SYSTEM • Start with 5 lives to keep the competition fair • Each game costs 1 life to play • Lives regenerate automatically over time (1 life every 30 minutes) • Never wait too long to jump back into action • Purchase life bundles in the store if you can't wait to play GAME FEATURES • Clean, intuitive interface designed for seamless gameplay • Comprehensive game history to track your wins and losses • Smart matchmaking system for balanced competition • Rematch system to challenge the same opponent again • Automatic session management for smooth gameplay • Connection recovery to handle network interruptions • Privacy-focused with optional analytics consent STRATEGIC DEPTH Success requires more than just a good vocabulary. You'll need to: • Analyze letter patterns and positions carefully • Make educated guesses based on available clues • Think several moves ahead to maximize your chances • Balance speed with accuracy to outpace your opponent • Adapt your strategy based on the feedback you receive IN-APP PURCHASES While the core game is completely free to play with regenerating lives, you can purchase additional life bundles if you want to play more games immediately: • 5 Lives Bundle • 15 Lives Bundle PERFECT FOR • Word game enthusiasts looking for competitive gameplay • Players who enjoy real-time multiplayer challenges • Anyone wanting to improve their vocabulary • Competitive gamers seeking quick, engaging matches • Language learners practicing in multiple languages Whether you're a casual player looking for a quick mental workout or a competitive word game master seeking your next challenge, this game delivers exciting, brain-teasing fun in every match. Download now and prove you're the ultimate word champion! Can you outsmart players from around the world? Privacy Policy and Terms of Service available in-app and on our website. https://sites.google.com/d/1fQ1ejTdka-BvzpoBTjyQZvXIneFozAer/p/1gyEjUEKXpFoUrz6q-KMAkA7uLUXXZFCZ/edit https://sites.google.com/d/1i_NqmHtKrD4NjGibgD9thiTl1bHvfLbm/p/1KBXXTU6pNhtG_gLgVC8lupyHeHO4-zfR/edit

About

Phantom Words

Unscramble letters by sliding rows and columns to form words. Discover hidden letters as you play, with increasing complexity and new mechanics introduced. Offers multiple game modes for varied challenges.

Highlights
  • Sliding row and column puzzles
  • Hidden letter discovery
  • Progressive difficulty
  • Multiple game modes (Classic, Endless, Daily, Lightning)
  • iCloud sync across devices
  • Game Center leaderboards
Features
Currently charting
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We made Phantom Words for anyone who loves that small, satisfying moment when a jumble of letters suddenly turns into a word. Each board begins scrambled, with most of the letters hidden behind ghost tiles. Slide rows and columns like a 2D Rubik’s Cube, then look for words running across or down the board. Whenever you make one using a tile for the first time, another letter appears. Once every tile is used, the puzzle is complete. Longer words are worth more, while tiles lose value each time you use them. Yellow means a tile is nearly spent; red means you’ve leaned on it too often. Later boards introduce gaps that split rows and columns, multi-letter tiles that keep their letters together, wildcards that can stand in for any letter, and locked tiles that stay fixed until you use them in a word. And if a solution feels messy, you can always come back and find a more elegant one. There are four ways to play: • Classic has 99 handmade levels with increasing difficulty and evolving mechanics. • Endless starts small and procedurally grows while you play. • Daily Challenge gives everyone a new board each day, plus a streak to keep going. • Lightning Mode is the same word hunting, but against the clock. Classic, Endless, and Daily Challenge aren’t timed, so there’s no rush. You get a full score breakdown after each level and can replay it whenever you want. Your progress and settings sync across your devices with iCloud. There are also Game Center leaderboards if you care about high scores. We hope you enjoy discovering the words we’ve hidden for you.

Screenshots

Same Word Game3 screens
Phantom Words4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Same Word Game at Free against Phantom Words's $2.99. Phantom Words's advantage is chart position (#72 vs unranked) and iOS requirement (16.6 vs 18.1). On ads, in-app purchases 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

Same Word Game is free to download; Phantom Words costs $2.99 up front. Same Word Game sells 2 one-off in-app purchases and Phantom Words sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

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Same Word Game versus Phantom Words: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSame Word GamePhantom Words
PriceFree — better$2.99
Rating—4.8 (22 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—93.3% of reviews
Number of ratings—22 — better
Update frequency—Every 5 days
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Free
Best chart rank—#72 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS18.116.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size12 MB130 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDeniz CagilligecitFleon Labs

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Same Word Game

One-time2
  • 5 extra lives$0.99
  • 15 extra lives$2.99
3 purchases

Phantom Words

One-time3
  • Kind Supporter$2.49
  • Generous Supporter$4.99
  • Huge Supporter$9.99

Questions

Is Same Word Game free?
Same Word Game is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Phantom Words free?
Phantom Words costs $2.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Do Same Word Game or Phantom Words have ads?
Neither Same Word Game nor Phantom Words shows ads.

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