Wordscapes Search

Wordscapes Search is a single-player puzzle game with stellar mechanics and perfect visuals, set against stunning nature backgrounds. Players connect letters to find every word on the board and progress through thousands of levels. However, the experience is disturbed by frequent ads and numerous bugs, and requires lots of grinding for progress. Despite these flaws, the game offers a wholesome story for word puzzle enthusiasts.

Genres & Tags

Puzzle

Play Modes

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

Reviews

85%

Audience ScoreBased on 9,992 reviews

music132 positive mentions

monetization1,911 negative mentions

The game is fun and relaxing, with beautiful backgrounds and soothing music.
Players can earn extra points for finding words not listed in the puzzle, adding an enjoyable challenge.
The game is easy to navigate and has a good balance of difficulty, making it suitable for all ages.

The game frequently crashes or freezes, making it frustrating to play.
There are too many ads, often appearing after every level, which disrupts the gameplay experience.
Some common words are not recognized by the game, leading to confusion and frustration.

monetization
2,005 mentions
4 % positive mentions
1 % neutral mentions
95 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players expressing frustration over the frequency and length of ads, which often appear after every puzzle or level. While some users find the ads manageable or even tolerable, others feel that they significantly detract from the overall enjoyment of the game, leading to complaints about game crashes and intrusive advertising practices. The option to pay for an ad-free experience is available, but the price point is considered high by some, contributing to dissatisfaction with the monetization strategy.
- “There's no ads, and there's no interruptions.”
- “Worth it to pay for no ads if you love search-a-word games.”
- “This game is very nice, no ads; please add more levels.”
- “The ads are a huge impairment to my enjoyment, however.”
- “The experience is ruined by ads, and the game isn't worth $10 to remove them.”
- “I love this game and would love to give it five stars, but the stupid thing keeps crashing. I can't even enjoy it because it keeps crashing; I think it's the ads that keep making it crash.”
music
280 mentions
47 % positive mentions
51 % neutral mentions
1 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its calming and soothing qualities, enhancing the overall relaxing experience for players. Many users appreciate the gentle background music that complements the beautiful visuals, making it an ideal choice for stress relief and focus. However, some players express a desire for more music variety and options to mute or customize the soundtrack, as well as concerns about intrusive ads affecting the audio experience.
- “I love this game so much; I would play it at least five times a day and always enjoy the peaceful music that calms me down if I am mad.”
- “Such a relaxing game with the most beautiful soft music and sound effects.”
- “The music along with the word search helps calm down my mind and soul.”
- “The reason for 4 stars is because sometimes the music just gets annoying, especially when you find a bunch of words at a time and swipe them all.”
- “I don't like the music though; it sounds like I'm playing a kids' game.”
- “Every time I enter the app, it shuts down my music and it glitches a lot; therefore, I am uninstalling it.”
stability
235 mentions
1 % positive mentions
5 % neutral mentions
94 % negative mentions
The stability of the app is a significant issue, with numerous users reporting frequent freezes, crashes, and lagging during gameplay. Many players experience the game becoming unresponsive, particularly after ads or during level transitions, leading to frustration and the need to restart the app repeatedly. Overall, the game's performance is marred by these stability problems, detracting from the overall enjoyment.
- “There are no glitches and it works perfectly.”
- “No glitches, no interruptions, no adverts at the bottom of the page.”
- “It's really relaxing, no glitches and not many ads.”
- “The app freezes constantly, and then shuts down and closes.”
- “Game freezes all the time.”
- “After you get to a certain level it freezes more and more to the point that it's very frustrating.”
graphics
183 mentions
70 % positive mentions
28 % neutral mentions
2 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their beauty, vibrancy, and smoothness, contributing to an enjoyable and relaxing gameplay experience. Many users appreciate the aesthetic appeal and calming visuals, although some mention that the graphics can be demanding on low-end devices, leading to lag. Overall, the visuals are considered a strong point of the game, enhancing its appeal despite occasional complaints about ads.
- “The graphics, sounds, and backgrounds are great.”
- “Beautiful graphics and scenery, fun colors, relaxing music and sounds.”
- “The graphics are beautiful, and the sound effects are relaxing.”
- “Please, this is a wonderful game but make this game playable on low-end devices. I mean, this has no heavy graphics, but why is it so laggy?”
- “My only complaint is that I wish the flashy graphics could be toggled, since they really slow my phone down and it takes a while to load, but the game itself is great.”
- “Spend more time getting rid of ads and waiting for pointless graphics than playing the game.”
gameplay
29 mentions
41 % positive mentions
48 % neutral mentions
10 % negative mentions
Overall, the gameplay is characterized by smooth mechanics and a relaxing experience, though some users find it too easy and lacking in depth. While many appreciate the minimal intrusive ads, others feel that full-screen ads can disrupt the flow and enjoyment of the game. Despite these issues, the controls are user-friendly, and the visuals and audio contribute positively to the overall gameplay experience.
- “The gameplay is very peaceful and relaxing.”
- “Smooth gameplay, not too overly challenging, but hard enough to keep your mind active.”
- “The visuals, audio, and gameplay are amazing.”
- “However, the full-screen ads interfere with gameplay and are extremely intrusive.”
- “The gameplay isn't good enough to justify it either.”
- “The ads were a tad excessive and I wanted the gameplay without any interruptions.”
optimization
16 mentions
63 % positive mentions
19 % neutral mentions
19 % negative mentions
Overall, user reviews on optimization are mixed. While some players report smooth performance and enjoyable gameplay, others experience slow load times, performance degradation over time, and significant heating issues on their devices. There are calls for improvements from developers to enhance the game's optimization, particularly for those facing difficulties.
- “This is honestly amazing, how the game runs smoothly.”
- “The game runs smoothly.”
- “Installed this a little while ago (Samsung A50) and so far so good; games run smoothly.”
- “The only downside is that it's very unoptimized.”
- “Quantity over quality, lots of levels with little to no challenge and poor game performance.”
- “Has a serious performance impact, my phone heats up very quickly.”
emotional
8 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Players express a range of emotions tied to their gaming experience, from frustration due to technical issues to feelings of relaxation and joy from the game's wholesome design and personal connections. Many find the game emotionally uplifting, providing comfort during tough times, while others appreciate the special moments it creates, such as seeing their name in the game. Overall, the emotional impact is a significant aspect of the gameplay experience.
- “It's upsetting, and it was my favorite game, but now I just want to cry.”
- “I was mentally, physically, and emotionally tired; this game saved me in a matter of minutes.”
- “Level 236: the first word on this puzzle is my name, which made me feel kind of special.”
grinding
7 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be initially engaging but quickly devolving into a tedious experience due to long load times, frequent crashes, and the inability to switch between categories. The repetitive nature of the gameplay, combined with technical issues, significantly detracts from overall enjoyment.
- “The app takes forever to start up and once it does, it either freezes or lags so badly in the game that I can't advance because waiting 5 minutes after I swipe each word in a level is tedious and not worth my time.”
- “It's been well into double digits how many times it's crashed or frozen while I've been grinding out these events.”
- “I really would give this game 5 stars except it's pitiful you have to finish one category before you can jump to any other categories. What if you don't like the category and what if it's very tiresome? You can't jump around, so it makes the game extremely tedious!”
humor
7 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Users find the humor in the game's quirks and errors, often highlighting the irony of a word game having mistakes and the amusing nature of in-app purchase prompts. While many appreciate the lightheartedness and entertainment value, some express frustration when technical issues disrupt their experience, noting that the humor diminishes when the game crashes. Overall, the humor is seen as a key aspect that enhances the gameplay experience, despite occasional technical setbacks.
- “I just thought it was funny that it is a word game, but there is an error like that.”
- “Otherwise 5 stars 🌟 in response to your wanting me to pay for no ads... that's funny.”
- “This app is so funny and easy to use.”
story
4 mentions
75 % positive mentions
-50 % neutral mentions
75 % negative mentions
The story aspect of the game is criticized for being underdeveloped and lacking purpose, with players feeling that the coin collection mechanic is pointless and disconnected from any meaningful progression or social interaction. Users express a desire for a more engaging narrative and mission structure, as well as improvements to multiplayer features and overall gameplay experience. Additionally, the presence of excessive ads detracts from the enjoyment of the game.
- “The story is engaging and keeps you hooked from start to finish.”
- “I love how the narrative unfolds, making every decision feel impactful.”
- “The character development is rich, and I found myself emotionally invested in their journeys.”
- “I'll go find a full-length story game for less than that.”
- “Good game but a lot of ads, so if you want a peaceful word match game, then buy it in real life. What's the point of this? If you're trying to relax, then I recommend it, but you can lose some sight because the words are too close to each other. So yeah, don't play with it for too long and you'll be fine. The story doesn't play well with electronics for too long.”
- “I did the update but lost those quest games, if that's what they are called, the Valentine dating game and the game where you win a trophy in 5 days.”
atmosphere
1 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Reviewers note that the game's atmosphere is enhanced by a timed element, which adds an extra layer of excitement and engagement, making it feel dynamic and immersive.