Bookworm Classic

Name: Bookworm Classic
Rating: 4.6079736 (8309 reviews)
Author: Layton

By: Layton

More than 347,000 words are available in the Bookworm Classic puzzle game!

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Features & Capabilities

Bookworm Classic is a captivating word puzzle game that challenges your vocabulary and strategic thinking. Connect adjacent letters to form words, clear the board, and rack up points—the longer the word, the higher the reward. Featuring over 347,000 words, this game offers both easy-to-learn mechanics and deep mastery for scoring high.

Key gameplay elements include six unique tile types that introduce strategic variations, a shuffle feature for board rearrangement, and bonus word incentives for extra points. With no registration required, Bookworm Classic provides quick, engaging sessions perfect for beginners and word game enthusiasts alike. Download for free and build your word skills today!

User Growth & Download Statistics

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By:

Layton

Downloads:

573,308 1.05K

Rating:

4.61

(8,309) 32 new ratings

Version:

9.0.27 Last updated: 2026-02-02

Version code:

195

Creation date:

2019-03-02

Publisher country:

Permissions:

com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID Moderate risk
android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID Low risk
android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION Low risk
android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS Low risk
android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE Low risk
android.permission.INTERNET Low risk
android.permission.USE_BIOMETRIC Low risk
android.permission.USE_FINGERPRINT Low risk
android.permission.WAKE_LOCK Low risk
com.android.vending.BILLING Low risk

Size:

65.82MB

Email:

su*****@laytonapps.com

URLs:

Website ,Privacy policy

Full description:

Source:

Google Play Store

Data ingested on:

2026-06-08

Compare stats and ranking:

Ranking

# 91,012 ▼ 225

Other rankings

#188 in Game word (Free) ▲ 9

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Developed by:

Layton

Google Play Store

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.layton.bookworm.pro

Email:

su*****@laytonapps.com

Website:

https://www.laytonapps.com

User Reviews

Bookworm Classic offers a nostalgic and addictive word puzzle experience reminiscent of the original game, appreciated for its brain-exercising gameplay and challenging word formation. However, many users express frustration over excessive, intrusive ads and gameplay changes including smaller boards and annoying bomb tiles that reduce creativity. Other issues include app instability, inaccurate scoring, and rapid level progression. Despite these downsides, some players still find it enjoyable and a good way to pass time, though several urge the developers to revert to features of the original classic.

Pros

Nostalgic and similar gameplay to the original Bookworm computer game, providing a fun and challenging word puzzle experience.
Good brain exercise, helping with spelling, vocabulary, and mental sharpness for various age groups.
Addictive and engaging gameplay that can keep players hooked for hours.
Some users appreciate the addition of special tiles like fire, gold, and green tiles which add challenge and scoring variation.
The game allows players to pause and continue where they left off, enhancing user experience.

Cons

Excessive and intrusive ads, including unskippable ads after each level or frequently during gameplay, which frustrate users.
Gameplay changes from the original such as smaller board size, faster burning tiles, and presence of bomb/flaming tiles that limit creativity and fun.
Inaccurate high score recording and occasional app stability issues, including frequent crashes or kickouts causing loss of progress.
Annoying game mechanics such as too rapid level advancement and constant interruptions, making gameplay frustrating.
Limited improvements: no worm character, limited sound effects, and a watered-down 'expert' mode reduce the nostalgic charm and depth of the game.

Recent reviews

Lots of fun, just like the original. Clean interface and sound. Two changes or options would make it perfect. One: the option to disable submitting a word by clicking the last letter. This mechanism often makes me submit words I didn't intend to. And two: a button to reset the selection of letters. Other than that, great game!