# Taboo

> Guess the Word Party Game

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1563932741](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1563932741)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id1563932741`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Marmalade Game Studio
- **Category:** Board
- **Rating:** 4.90 / 5 (4,700 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.0.24
- **Last updated:** 2026-05-19
- **First published:** 2021-11-10
- **Size:** 272 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-15
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/taboo/id1563932741)
- **Website:** [https://www.marmaladegamestudio.com](https://www.marmaladegamestudio.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.marmaladegamestudio.com/app-privacy/](https://www.marmaladegamestudio.com/app-privacy/)

## Description

Taboo is a fast-paced word-guessing party game designed for two teams. Describe each target word without using the taboo words, pass the clue to your teammate, and buzz if a forbidden word is spoken— the clock is ticking and teamwork decides the winner. With video chat, you can host a house party from anywhere.

Features include fully customizable rounds, no ads, a complete starter deck from the original game, expandable decks, and full translations for English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Turkish, Greek, Polish and Hindi. Install Taboo on Chrome and get a portable party game anytime, anywhere.

## Rankings

- #26,071 — Overall
- #2 — Word (Paid)
- #13 — Board (Paid)
- #58 — keyword

## Review summary

Overall, Taboo is fun and easy to use, especially for social play with friends. However, many reviews center on content limits and monetization: the base deck runs out quickly, words repeat, and extra decks feel overpriced or misrepresented. Players also report laggy transitions and desire for features like stats/history and customizable team settings. The app succeeds as a digital party game but struggles with content variety and pricing concerns.

### Pros

- Fun to play and great for groups or solo play.
- Easy to use and intuitive interface.
- Good digital adaptation of the Taboo board game that captures the vibe.
- Social-friendly and enjoyable to play with friends/family.
- Team play can be fun for those who want it.

### Cons

- Base deck is too small; cards run out quickly and you must buy more decks.
- Cards start repeating after only a few rounds, reducing variety.
- Monetization concerns: pricing feels high or misleading with deck counts and add-ons.
- Gameplay can be slow with delayed transitions between words.
- Lack of features like stats/history and limited customization for teams/rounds.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1563932741)