# Word Wow Around the World

> Tour the world and help the worm through tons of fun and challenging levels!

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.donkeysoft.aroundtheworld](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.donkeysoft.aroundtheworld)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.donkeysoft.aroundtheworld`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** DonkeySoft Inc.
- **Category:** GAME\_WORD
- **Downloads:** 787,771
- **Rating:** 4.69 / 5 (8,127 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.4.85
- **Last updated:** 2026-09-10
- **First published:** 2016-11-18
- **Publisher country:** CA
- **Size:** 180 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-12
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.donkeysoft.aroundtheworld)
- **Website:** [http://www.donkeysoft.ca](http://www.donkeysoft.ca/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.donkeysoft.ca/privacy-policy](https://www.donkeysoft.ca/privacy-policy)

## Description

**Word Wow Around the World** invites you to embark on a global journey with an adorable worm character through over 900 engaging word puzzle levels. This fun and challenging word game offers double-sized boards, vibrant graphics, and exciting new features like worm holes, double ice traps, and boosters to enhance your gameplay experience.

Whether you prefer a relaxing timer-free mode or the thrill of racing against time, Word Wow Around the World accommodates your style. Collect hidden gems to unlock bonus puzzles, compete with friends via Facebook, and climb rankings in local and worldwide leaderboards. With daily free bonuses and over 5 million downloads, it’s the perfect brain-sharpening game for word enthusiasts everywhere.

## Rankings

- #78,182 — Overall
- #162 — Game word (Free)

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.CHANGE_WIFI_MULTICAST_STATE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.amazon.privacypass.ATTEST`
- `com.android.vending.BILLING`
- `com.android.vending.CHECK_LICENSE`
- `com.donkeysoft.aroundtheworld.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`
- `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`
- `com.huawei.appmarket.service.commondata.permission.GET_COMMON_DATA`
- `com.samsung.android.mapsagent.permission.READ_APP_INFO`

## Review summary

Users enjoy the challenging and educational nature of Word Wow Around the World, praising its vocabulary building, strategy, and customizable timer/difficulty options. The charming worm character and offline play are also highlights. However, many report frustrations with excessive and disruptive ads, technical bugs causing unreachable stars or crashes, and touch sensitivity problems. Overall, the game is well-loved for its concept and gameplay but could benefit from improved stability and ad management to enhance the user experience.

### Pros

- Challenging word game that expands vocabulary and encourages strategic thinking.
- Ability to turn off timer and change difficulty settings makes gameplay more enjoyable and less stressful.
- Cute and engaging animations, such as the worm character and victory laps.
- Offline play and Facebook backup options work well, preserving progress across devices.
- No need to spend money to enjoy the core gameplay experience.

### Cons

- Frequent and intrusive ads, including long ads after almost every level, which detract from user experience.
- Gameplay bugs and issues with levels having unreachable stars or broken mechanics preventing completion.
- Game crashes or does not open for some users.
- Touch sensitivity issues causing difficulty in selecting letters quickly, impacting performance and scoring.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.donkeysoft.aroundtheworld)