Word Genius by Curious

Addition ... The “factoids” offered at the end of each game are terrific. Even for someone addicted to little obscure facts, these are a rare treat. Enjoying this game enormously. But can’t seem to find details on how things work ... I’ve learned by trial and error, which has cost me coins. I’d suggest a little more generosity with those coins. How about a few coins reward at the end of each level. Or a surprise bonus for a particularly difficult word. When I exhaust my coins, I’ll probably move on ... don’t want to fall into the “purchase” trap. But meanwhile, it’s one of the best word games out there. Thumbs up! Update ... I’ve completed all the puzzles and eagerly await the new ones each week. I now rarely need coins and make sure I do the daily puzzle for 20 coins ( if you don’t miss a day ). I learned to never “ buy my way out” of a puzzle because you only get to move ahead one time and then have to go back to finish the one you paid a penalty to get out of. Don’t ever do that. Just pay for a couple of hints. And never use “sprinkle” ... a total waste. Choose “vowels” instead. The puzzles are brilliantly constructed with related terms and associations positioned adjacent to each other in the puzzle. Best online game ever! 👍👍👍👍👍

A real challenge. My only critique is that once one is stuck there is no avenue forward. Don’t get me wrong, there are some tile checks and “factoids” embedded in the puzzle, and one can earn bonus cards (like fee vowel placement, free placement of several letter, etc) but some could use a tiny bit more introduction / hint at the subcategory.... BUT, I say this probably because I am currently stuck. One either solves the puzzle, Googles like mad and waits a couple days for inspiration, or one quits. So far the first two and not the latter. Frankly, this is the most fun and challenge I have had with word puzzles, and I am normally not a crossword fan. Try it, no really try it and you will like it.

Love this app. It is challenging but fun. Love the facts added in. They now give you coins to solve the puzzle of the day which is awesome because you can get stuck on some puzzles. Great customer service.. very responsive to any questions. You can play on multiple devices too. Some of the categories are hard if you are now familiar with them, such as classical music for me so it would be nice maybe when you get to the end to them a free hint could appear.. maybe reveal the theme. I know they want to you spend money on coins but some don’t want to and that would help some... just a little hint.. But all in all great game!

This is the most interesting word game I’ve played so far. I have really enjoyed learning about the categories, figuring out what to look up, and being surprised by what I did (and didn’t) know. Patience helps, as I have had to stop working a category and play the daily challenge a few days to accumulate enough coins for hints before continuing. My only major problem is ads with sound. I have to mute my phone so I don’t disturb others, and I forget to turn it back on. Wish I could mute the game without muting everything on the phone. Keep the categories coming. Happily waiting for the next one.

I enjoy this game a lot! Beware that the “reveal theme” button is in a bad spot if you “rest” your thumb during play - you may accidentally hit it which will cost you 25 coins. I would suggest making it perhaps a genius card. Game is fun, and it’s always nice learning new things. Great concept, and my husband and I play as a team sometimes. Could be great family fun. I’m only giving four stars because you can’t move on until you pass each category or keep buying new ones. Some can be very difficult, so you’re stuck. Maybe you could be given three free “pass” cards and then option to buy them with coins. Customer service is awesome!