Crossword Puzzle Universe

About

"Crossword Puzzle Universe offers a premier crossword solving experience on mobile devices, with new content added monthly. The game features American-style grid puzzles, suitable for players of all skill levels. Fill white squares with letters by solving clues, aiming to create words or phrases and enjoy those 'AHA' moments."

Genres & Tags

Casual

Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

90%

Audience ScoreBased on 144 reviews

monetization10 negative mentions

The puzzles are enjoyable and provide a good challenge, keeping the mind sharp.
The app is fun and relaxing, making it a great way to pass the time.
Ads are not overly intrusive and are well-placed, allowing for a decent gameplay experience.

The app frequently crashes and freezes, disrupting gameplay and causing frustration.
There are too many ads, which can block gameplay and make it difficult to focus on puzzles.
Users have reported issues with the app not updating or functioning properly, leading to a poor experience.

monetization
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The monetization aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with some users expressing frustration over the frequency and placement of ads, which they feel disrupt gameplay. While a few players noted that ads are well-placed and not overly numerous, the general consensus leans towards an overwhelming presence of ads, leading to a negative impact on the overall experience.
- “Changed to a 2 because sometimes when I watch the ads to get free letters, it doesn't always give them to me.”
- “(terrible) too many ads, too costly to get rid of.”
- “But I see more ads than actual gameplay.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users report ongoing stability issues with the app, noting that it frequently freezes and crashes despite recent updates, and there are still noticeable glitches present.
- “Even with the update, the app continually freezes and shuts down.”
- “There are still some glitches.”
story
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The story aspect of the game appears to be minimal, as players are quickly prompted to embark on a quest or download another game shortly after completing tasks, suggesting a focus on gameplay mechanics over narrative depth.
- “I just started playing and was doing well, but after finishing my second crossword, I was hit with two screens: one to embark on a quest and another to download another game.”
- “The story feels disjointed and lacks any real depth, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “I found the plot twists predictable and the character development lacking, which made the overall experience disappointing.”