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Word Collect - Word Games Fun offers word games to train your brain, featuring outstanding gameplay and plenty of humor. The graphics are stunning, but it can be very grinding with annoying ads. Unfortunately, it also has some bugs, so the overall experience is a bit mixed.

Play Modes

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

Reviews

73%

Audience ScoreBased on 7,938 reviews

gameplay15 positive mentions

monetization3,047 negative mentions

The game is fun and challenging, providing a good mental workout.
It helps improve vocabulary and spelling skills.
The graphics are colorful and engaging, making the game visually appealing.

There are too many ads, often appearing after every level, which disrupts gameplay.
The game sometimes does not recognize valid words, leading to frustration.
The gameplay is not as advertised, misleading users into downloading.

monetization
3,174 mentions
3 % positive mentions
1 % neutral mentions
96 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game has received overwhelmingly negative feedback from users, primarily due to the excessive number of ads. Players report being bombarded with ads after nearly every level, often spending more time watching ads than actually playing the game, which detracts significantly from the overall experience. While some users acknowledge the necessity of ads for a free game, many express frustration over the frequency and length of these ads, leading to a common sentiment that the game is unplayable without purchasing an ad-free version.
- “No ads unless I choose to watch for coins to play with.”
- “I love this game, very fun! It does have a few ads, but for $4.99 I got no ads and free coins. It's worth it; this game is so addicting!”
- “No ads is worth the price.”
- “This game is unplayable with the ridiculous amount of ads.”
- “You literally spend 3-5 times more time watching ads than you are playing the game.”
- “The ads spoil it.”
stability
111 mentions
4 % positive mentions
5 % neutral mentions
92 % negative mentions
The game's stability has been a significant issue for many users, with frequent reports of freezing, glitches, and crashes, particularly after updates or during ad transitions. Players have expressed frustration over losing progress due to these freezes, which often require restarting the app or even the device. While some users have experienced minimal issues, the overall consensus indicates that the game suffers from severe stability problems that detract from the enjoyment.
- “No glitches as of yet and I'm at level 350 something.”
- “Runs great, fairly challenging, and keeps you wanting more.”
- “Very healthy, wonderful, entertaining, and very good to have as a hobby. It provides so much enjoyment while being good for your brain. Very accurate and smooth, with no glitches. Thank God, great game.”
- “Loved this game until I lost all pet progress by reloading the app after frequent freezes.”
- “A real pain in the backside, this game used to be a lot of fun, it is no longer fun to play, play one game and have to go through 5-6 pop ups, the game freezes with a totally black screen for around 2-3 minutes constantly or you end up having to go completely out of the game just to get it going again.”
- “This game could be very enjoyable except for the fact that it freezes up every time the treasure chest opens and nothing comes out.”
gameplay
67 mentions
22 % positive mentions
72 % neutral mentions
6 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally described as enjoyable and smooth, with fun mechanics and themes that add challenge. However, the overwhelming presence of ads significantly detracts from the experience, with many players expressing frustration over frequent interruptions and misleading advertisements that do not accurately represent the actual gameplay. Overall, while the core gameplay has potential, it is often overshadowed by excessive advertising.
- “There are lots of fun themes that can make your gameplay more of a challenge, e.g., the 'extra word list' can change between levels to keep you guessing.”
- “The overall gameplay was really smooth and crisp, though.”
- “Not a traditional word-search game at all, the actual gameplay is like Boggle.”
- “Starting about level 30, you get ads at every single level-up, so I am looking at ads longer than I am in gameplay.”
- “The gameplay is nothing like what appears in the ads.”
- “So many ads it destroys the entire gameplay experience.”
graphics
59 mentions
56 % positive mentions
39 % neutral mentions
5 % negative mentions
Overall, the graphics in the game are generally well-received, with many users praising their clarity, colorfulness, and smooth operation. While some players find the graphics appealing and suitable for the gameplay, others feel they could be more impressive or engaging. A few reviews mention that the presence of ads can detract from the overall experience, but the visuals are still considered a strong point of the game.
- “The graphics are colorful without being distracting.”
- “Great graphics and a smooth operating system.”
- “The graphic design is crystal clear, and I recommend this game to those who like to have fun and enjoy a good challenge.”
- “Graphics aren't astounding but more than adequate for this game.”
- “The graphics are ok, could be better - colorwise at least.”
- “Fun game but I feel like I am spending more time watching ads and waiting on the graphics to finish than actually playing the game.”
music
52 mentions
13 % positive mentions
71 % neutral mentions
15 % negative mentions
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with many players finding it annoying and intrusive, especially due to the loud ads that interrupt personal music playback. While some appreciate the cheerful and relaxing background tunes, the inability to mute the ad music and the frequent interruptions lead to frustration. Overall, the music aspect is seen as a significant drawback, detracting from the overall enjoyment of the game.
- “I rather like the kind of upbeat, happy music that's played.”
- “The background music is pleasant and not irritating.”
- “This game is challenging but not too hard and is one of the few apps where I like the music, which is very cheerful but not annoying.”
- “Ads with music that can no longer be muted (embarrassing when sitting in the quiet coach of the local train and you complete a level and an ad pops up with loud music 😔).”
- “The main reason for me though was the inability to mute the music on many of the ads, that was beyond annoying...”
- “A good game absolutely ruined by ads that stop your music from playing and force cheesy sounds of their own at you.”
humor
21 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is a mixed bag, with some players finding it genuinely funny due to its playful use of language and unexpected word challenges, while others express frustration over technical issues and the game's advertising model. Many appreciate the lightheartedness and wit, particularly in the context of learning new words and engaging with the game's puzzles. Overall, the humor adds an enjoyable layer to the gameplay experience, despite some criticisms.
- “I find it very humorous and teasingly witty.”
- “It's funny when the game can't give me a definition when it accepts a gibberish word.”
- “Enjoying the word challenges is positive for the mind and learning new words; it's amazing to see new words I never knew, and that's the funny laughter for me.”
grinding
11 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
Overall, players find the grinding aspect of the game to be excessively tedious and repetitive, often leading to boredom. While some appreciate the option to watch ads for bonuses, many feel that the ads and the grinding process detract from the overall enjoyment, making the experience feel monotonous. Despite initial enjoyment, the grind quickly becomes a chore for most players.
- “I would describe this game as monotonous, tedious, and hella repetitive.”
- “Quite tedious, you play it for a while and it gets very boring basically.”
- “Fun at first, but gets tedious very quickly.”
story
10 mentions
30 % positive mentions
40 % neutral mentions
30 % negative mentions
The game's story is primarily conveyed through various missions, with a straightforward main goal that players find easy to understand. While the side missions and daily challenges add depth and keep the gameplay engaging, some users express confusion about the overarching narrative and its progression. Overall, the addictive nature of the game and the continuous introduction of new quests contribute to a compelling experience, even if the story itself feels somewhat unclear.
- “The fine print tells the story.”
- “A game that just gets you if you know what I mean; once you start, you can't stop. Just one more level and the story goes on.”
- “Love the little added quests they throw in and the daily challenge.”
- “Not sure what the goal is or what the storyline turns into, but it is easy and self-explanatory on the main goal.”
- “The side missions help to keep the game from getting boring.”
- “When we try to get the money, it puts up a notice that says 'incomplete' 'you must complete the video to receive coins.' The only problem is that we do complete the video, so what's the story, huh?”
emotional
5 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Users express mixed emotions regarding the game's mechanics, with some feeling frustrated by intrusive ads and emotional manipulation related to pet care, while others appreciate the game's educational value and the challenge it presents, which evokes feelings of self-reflection and humility in their spelling abilities.
- “It's a very fantastic game as it shows the meaning of the words while touching on it, as well as parts of speech.”
- “I never realized how hard it was for me when the letters are mixed up to see the words. I'm a pretty good speller, but seeing them mixed up made me feel a little slow.”
optimization
4 mentions
75 % positive mentions
-50 % neutral mentions
75 % negative mentions
Overall, the game is well-optimized, running smoothly and providing a seamless experience for players. While some features may be confusing, they do not detract from the core gameplay, making it easy to pick up and play in short sessions. However, the simplicity of the puzzles may not appeal to those seeking a more intellectually challenging experience.
- “Fun game, runs smoothly.”
- “Good game, runs smoothly and easy to pick up (although some of the extra features are a little confusing, it doesn't affect the core game) and daily quick to play, so easy enough to fit in a quick game between other things...”
- “Seems to run smoothly.”
- “The game is poorly optimized, leading to frustrating lag and performance issues that ruin the experience.”
- “I expected a smooth gameplay experience, but the optimization is so bad that it feels like I'm playing on outdated hardware.”
- “The graphics are stunning, but the optimization is lacking, causing frequent crashes and long loading times.”
replayability
1 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The game's replayability is enhanced by the presence of engaging and humorous ads, which provide additional entertainment value despite their frequency.