Word City: Connect Word Game

About

Word City: Connect Word Game is a fun and challenging word puzzle game that combines elements of word search and crossword games. In this addictive word connect game, players must connect letters to form words and solve crossword puzzles to progress through various levels. With its simple yet engaging gameplay, Word City is a great way to improve vocabulary and sharpen your mind.

Genres & Tags

Casual

Play Modes

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

76%

Audience ScoreBased on 600 reviews

graphics12 positive mentions

monetization163 negative mentions

The game is fun and challenging, with a good balance that keeps players engaged without being overly difficult.
Word City offers a visually captivating experience with beautiful city themes and educational elements that enhance gameplay.
The game provides a great way to improve vocabulary and spelling while being enjoyable and relaxing.

The game is plagued by excessive ads, with interruptions after nearly every level, making it frustrating to play.
Many users report technical issues, including freezing, crashing, and problems with syncing progress, which detracts from the overall experience.
There are complaints about misleading rewards and support responsiveness, with players not receiving promised bonuses or assistance.

monetization
177 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization strategy of the game has drawn significant criticism from users, primarily due to the overwhelming frequency and length of ads, which often disrupt gameplay and lead to frustration. While some players acknowledge the option to pay for an ad-free experience, many report that this feature does not work as intended, leaving them to endure constant interruptions. Overall, the excessive ads detract from the enjoyment of the game, with many users expressing a desire for a more balanced approach to monetization.
- “Relaxing, no ads, just play. Thank you!”
- “Nice, I like it, no ads... my favorite.”
- “I love this game; it does not repeat levels you do and has no ads, which every free game has. You do not have to pay for the free ads; it does it automatically, and this game is really, really fun. Download this game for free now!”
- “The amount of ads it crams down your throat makes it impossible to enjoy. Hey, I understand you need to monetize your game, but two screens and a banner for every puzzle is way too steep.”
- “You literally watch ads more than you play the actual game.”
- “The game is almost unplayable because there are too many ads, so I will probably uninstall.”
graphics
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the graphics of the game are highly praised for their stunning visuals, vibrant colors, and relaxing aesthetics, contributing to an enjoyable gaming experience. Many users appreciate the combination of appealing design and sound, which enhances the gameplay, while a few mention that the graphics are somewhat generic. Despite occasional ads, the visuals are considered a significant highlight, making the game visually engaging and addictive.
- “The ads might pop up frequently, but the challenging puzzles, stunning visuals, and the satisfaction of completing levels make it all worthwhile.”
- “The graphics are stunning and authentic, I really like this word puzzle game, keep it up!”
- “Especially the graphics and the pleasant colors and backgrounds.”
- “And generic premise and graphics.”
- “The graphics are really colourful and cheerful.”
music
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is generally described as calming and pleasant, enhancing the relaxing experience of gameplay. Many users appreciate the combination of soothing background music with engaging word puzzles, although some express a desire for more variety or a return to previous music styles. Overall, the soundtrack contributes positively to the game's atmosphere, making it enjoyable for players seeking a tranquil gaming experience.
- “The music is calming, the pictures interesting.”
- “The word city layout is beautiful with pleasant scenery, music, and sounds.”
- “This is a fun and relaxing word game 🎮 and the background music is relaxing too.”
- “Nice relaxing word game, just needs some relaxing music please.”
- “After writing the word 'war', an advert came and the word stacked there while it was playing a song in the background!”
- “I used to love playing it in 2018-2019, but now I can't enjoy it today. In the past, the old music and old level complete scene were my favorite parts of playing this game.”
stability
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The stability of the game is heavily criticized, with multiple users reporting frequent freezes and bugs that disrupt gameplay. Many players experience crashes after completing levels, particularly following ads, leading to frustration and the need to restart the app. Overall, the game's stability issues significantly detract from the user experience.
- “U play 2 levels and it freezes up every single time.”
- “The app freezes every time and the ads make it worse because right after the ad it freezes and then you're forced to shut it down and restart the whole thing.”
- “Wouldn't be a bad game except it freezes up all the time and has to be reloaded.”
gameplay
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is enhanced by beautifully crafted city themes that create a sense of global adventure, complemented by a variety of engaging puzzles that keep it fresh and educational. However, players note that smoother gameplay and an increase in free coin availability would improve the experience, as current pacing can feel slow and occasionally problematic. Overall, the balance of ads and gameplay is considered decent, but there is room for improvement in responsiveness.
- “The city themes add depth and charm to the gameplay, making it feel like you're on a global adventure.”
- “The city themes are beautifully crafted, and the variety of puzzles keeps the gameplay fresh and exciting.”
- “The city themes are beautifully designed, and the gameplay is both addictive and educational.”
- “Gameplay is slow and can't keep up with quick movements, but the definition feature is nice.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game suffers from significant optimization issues, including numerous bugs and poor online performance, with players recommending turning off Wi-Fi for a smoother experience. Additionally, the game is reported to be slow during word spelling, further detracting from gameplay.
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
Users express frustration with the game's story, noting that despite completing missions and reaching milestones, promised rewards in the form of coins are not being delivered, leading to dissatisfaction with the overall experience.
- “The story feels disjointed and lacks coherence, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “The character development is shallow, leaving me with little emotional investment in their journeys.”
- “The plot twists are predictable and fail to deliver any real surprises.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect tedious, particularly when the time spent on levels is comparable to the time spent watching ads, leading to a frustrating experience.
- “But when a level takes a minute and an ad takes a minute, the tediousness of sitting through them all is glaringly apparent.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The emotional aspect of the game is negatively impacted by intrusive banner ads that disrupt the experience, leading to frustration rather than engagement.