Best Crossword Apple Arcade Apps & Games

250+ iOS apps & games curated and reviewed

4.3 avg rating
17 free apps & games
Updated September 2026

The best crossword apple arcade apps and games on iPhone average 4.3★ across 250+ titles — we've ranked them by what real users actually keep on their phones. Updated September 2026.

Compare top Crossword Apple Arcade Apps & Games (September 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Crossword Explorer+Crossword Explorer+Free4.9★ (2.3K)NoNoSep 2026
2Crossword Jam+Crossword Jam+Free4.8★ (18K)NoNoSep 2026
3Dear ReaderDear ReaderFree4.5★ (572)NoNoSep 2026
4Words of Wonders: Search+Words of Wonders: Search+Free4.9★ (9.7K)NoNoSep 2026
5Crossword+Crossword+Free4.5★ (11K)NoYesSep 2026
6Crossword LightCrossword LightFree3.0★ (54)YesYesAug 2026
7Crosswords ClassicCrosswords Classic$9.993.4★ (73)NoYesSep 2026
8CrossWatch: Crossword WatchCrossWatch: Crossword Watch$1.99NoNoJul 2026

Top Picks for Crossword Apple Arcade

Crossword Explorer+#1

Crossword Explorer+ by PlaySimple Games Pte Ltd

Daily Trivia Crossword Puzzles
Editor's Choice
🎮 Games
4.9😐(2.3K ratings)
Free
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Engage your mind with daily crossword puzzles and trivia. Access thousands of puzzles with new themes each day to expand your vocabulary and general knowledge. Play anytime, anywhere on your iOS device.

What We Love

  • 👍 Relaxing and fun gameplay
  • 🚀 Smooth and intuitive controls
  • 💡 Bite-sized crossword puzzles

Room to Improve

  • 🤔 Puzzles too easy and repetitive
  • 📍 Heavily US-centric content
  • 🔍 Lack of difficulty options or progression
  • 🐛 Bugs and crashes reported
Crossword Jam+#2

Crossword Jam+ by PlaySimple Games Pte Ltd

Brain Puzzle Games For Adults
Strong Contender
🎮 Games
4.8😐(18K ratings)
Free
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Engage your mind with a word search and crossword-style puzzle game. Connect letters to form words, discover new vocabulary, and enjoy beautiful scenic backgrounds. Daily challenges and progressive difficulty keep the gameplay fresh and engaging.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Addictive gameplay
  • 👍 No ads or in-app purchases
  • 📚 Educational and improves vocabulary
  • 🕹️ Fun way to pass time

Room to Improve

  • 🔁 Repetitive word choices
  • 🤔 Inconsistent dictionary
  • 🤯 Frustrating daily challenges
  • 🐛 Bugs and glitches in recent updates
Dear Reader#3

Dear Reader by Local No. 12

Literary Wordplay
Worth Considering
🎮 Games
4.5😊(572 ratings)
Free
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Engage with classic literature through unique word puzzles. Unscramble passages, unlock new books, and complete challenges to discover special abilities. This game transforms beloved stories into interactive wordplay experiences.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Engaging word puzzles
  • 📚 Variety of classic books
  • 👍 Relaxing gameplay
  • 💡 Unique concept of 'playing books'
  • 🤓 Helps improve reading and language skills
  • 🎨 Beautiful UI design

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Crashes and bugs
  • 🔋 High battery consumption
  • 🤔 Heavily abridged book excerpts
  • 🙄 Repetitive daily challenges
  • 💰 Expensive rare books

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FAQ about Crossword Apple Arcade

What are the best crossword apple arcade apps & games for iPhone?
Crossword Explorer+ tops our crossword apple arcade apps & games ranking as of September 2026, with a 4.9-star average from 2.3K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 17 of the top crossword apple arcade apps & games we rank are free to download, including Crossword Explorer+ and Crossword Jam+.
Crossword Explorer+ has no ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of September 2026.
We track 250+ crossword apple arcade apps & games on the iOS App Store as of September 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
Crossword Explorer+ offers daily crossword puzzles and trivia to help keep your mind sharp and active. It provides access to thousands of puzzles with a new theme each day, aiming to improve your vocabulary and general knowledge.
Key features include a new puzzle every day, 365 days a year, access to thousands of puzzles, hints to help with obscure words, and the ability to track your improving general knowledge and vocabulary.