Word Search Puzzle

About

"Word Search Puzzle" is a free, casual game that challenges players to find hidden words using finger gestures. While it boasts good mechanics, sensational visuals, and humorous elements, the game is marred by an excess of advertisements and technical bugs. The game invites players to "Find the hidden words" and enjoy its unique gameplay mechanics. However, potential players should be aware of its drawbacks before diving in.

Genres & Tags

Casual

Play Modes

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

89%

Audience ScoreBased on 9,839 reviews

graphics21 positive mentions

monetization376 negative mentions

The graphics are great and colorful, enhancing the overall experience.
The game offers a variety of challenges that keep it engaging and fun.
It's a good way to pass the time and can be quite relaxing.

There are too many ads, often covering parts of the game and disrupting gameplay.
The game is not as advertised, lacking the interactive elements shown in promotional materials.
Hints are often too few or require watching ads, which can be frustrating.

monetization
383 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
2%
98%
The monetization aspect of the game is heavily criticized due to the overwhelming number of ads, which often obstruct gameplay and frustrate users. Many players express disappointment over misleading advertisements that do not accurately represent the game's content, leading to a perception of dishonesty. While some users appreciate the option to pay for an ad-free experience, the consensus is that the frequency and placement of ads significantly detract from the overall enjoyment of the game.
- “I purchased the no ads, so it is more fun.”
- “Best game has no ads. #GetThisGame”
- “Love it, no ads! Awesome download, very addicting and challenging.”
- “I purchased to remove ads but it makes no sense because you still have to watch ads when you fail to complete a level.”
- “The advertisement for this game is misleading.”
- “Ads cover the bottom row of letters, making it hard to complete the puzzles.”
graphics
27 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
78%
15%
7%
Overall, the graphics of the game are widely praised for their clarity, colorfulness, and aesthetic appeal, contributing to an enjoyable gaming experience. Many users highlight the graphics as a standout feature, describing them as great, fun, and visually satisfying, although a few suggest that there is room for improvement. Despite some technical issues reported by a few players, the general consensus is that the graphics enhance the game's entertainment value.
- “The graphics are phenomenal, the controls are so smooth, and just an overall fun game, and I don't even like word searches!”
- “Super pretty graphics and so fun when you finish every level; there is this amazing animation and it is so satisfying.”
- “Great graphics and color scheme.. love to play this when I'm bored.”
- “Graphics could be a little better though”
- “Honestly, I do not know what I think of the controls, gameplay, or graphics; the game is so horrible, when I tried to play it for the first time, it would not let me in to actually play it.”
story
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
14%
73%
14%
The reviews overwhelmingly express disappointment regarding the game's story aspect, as players were misled by advertisements that promised a story-driven word search experience. Instead, they found the game to be a standard word search with no narrative elements or character development, leading to frustration and feelings of false advertising. Many users specifically noted the absence of any interactive story or quests, which were highlighted in the promotional materials.
- “I like it because this game's ad said there would be a little story element.”
- “In the ad, it was actually cool and kind of had a storyline.”
- “There is an advert on YouTube which shows a word search story where you help a family survive the desert; however, when I installed the game, it had no story, just a word search.”
- “Downloaded it from an ad that made it look like it was story-based and entirely different from what it actually is.”
- “Terrible, this app used false advertising and claimed it was a story-based word search puzzle game, but upon further inspection I figured out it's just another clone of the typical ad-filled word search apps that flood the app store.”
- “This game was promoted as a story-driven puzzle game, instead it's none of that.”
stability
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The stability of the game is a significant concern among users, with frequent reports of freezing, crashes, and glitches that disrupt gameplay. Many players experience issues such as the game not responding, losing progress in battles, and being penalized for app closures due to these technical problems. While a few users report a smooth experience, the overall consensus highlights a need for improvements in stability to enhance user satisfaction.
- “Half the time the board doesn't show... if it does show, it doesn't respond... screen freezes... and then the only option is to forfeit the challenge.”
- “In the new battle mode, I've had to quit the last 4 battles and subsequently lose the battles because the game crashes and freezes on the screen.”
- “The game is slow, buggy, and freezes in other modes as well.”
gameplay
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
8%
25%
The gameplay is described as moderately challenging and smooth, with a relaxing ambiance that aids vocabulary expansion. However, there are significant criticisms regarding misleading advertising, as many users feel the actual gameplay does not match the promotional material, leading to disappointment. Overall, while some find the mechanics enjoyable and engaging, others express frustration with the game's controls and initial access issues.
- “Smooth gameplay helps to expand vocabulary, memorize different words and just take a break from routine.”
- “Relaxing game that allows different gameplay and interesting challenges.”
- “Fun gameplay.”
- “Honestly, I do not know what I think of the controls, gameplay, or graphics; the game is so horrible that when I tried to play it for the first time, it would not let me in to actually play.”
- “The game was not like it was advertised; make an ad that shows actual gameplay instead of showing fake gameplay.”
- “Dishonest advertising of gameplay.”
music
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
44%
22%
33%
The music aspect of the game has received mixed reviews; while some players appreciate how the in-game music complements the soothing interface and enhances the experience, others find it frustrating that there is no option to turn it off, leading to annoyance during gameplay. Overall, many users enjoy playing the game alongside their own music, suggesting it can be a relaxing experience.
- “I really like how the interface of the game can be really soothing to the eyes and the music/sounds match the game really great.”
- “It's actually a good game to listen to music to.”
- “Amazing and even better when you put music in the background; it makes you calm down.”
- “My issue started yesterday when it began playing music that was impossible to turn off without closing the app completely.”
- “Cannot dismiss the annoying music!”
- “There's no way to turn off the music it plays.”
humor
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is consistently praised, with users highlighting its funny challenges and amusing wordplay that enhance the overall experience. Many find the humor to be a key factor in making the game both addictive and enjoyable, contributing to its appeal as a fun and engaging puzzle. Overall, players appreciate the lighthearted and entertaining nature of the game, which keeps them entertained and mentally stimulated.
- “I love this app! There are really funny challenges, and it gets your brain going. It's also like a puzzle, which I love, and it's really good for your reading.”
- “I think it is a fun game, funny, and addictive.”
- “Super funny and addicting! It really gets your brain going.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Many users find the grinding aspect of the game tedious, leading some to uninstall it due to the repetitive nature of the gameplay.
- “This makes the game tedious, so I uninstalled it.”
- “The grinding feels endless and takes away from the enjoyment of the game.”
- “I found myself doing the same tasks over and over, which became incredibly boring.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the game to be a blend of wholesome enjoyment and emotional challenges, creating a fulfilling experience that resonates on a deeper level.