# Word Search Party

> Puzzle

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id381720064](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id381720064)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id381720064`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Lightwood Consultancy Ltd
- **Category:** Puzzle
- **Rating:** 3.80 / 5 (106 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.94
- **Last updated:** 2017-02-23
- **First published:** 2010-10-07
- **Size:** 20 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-20
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/word-search-party/id381720064)
- **Website:** [http://www.wordsearchparty.com/](http://www.wordsearchparty.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [http://www.lightwoodgames.com/privacy.php](http://www.lightwoodgames.com/privacy.php)

## Description

Word Search Party is a polished, browser-based word puzzle game that lets you challenge friends or find online opponents, delivering real-time competitive word search gameplay in your Chrome browser. Enjoy unlimited puzzles that feel fresh every time and fast, responsive play.

Key features include real-time matches against up to three opponents, leaderboards and achievements, a growing library of word lists (Vocabulary, Spelling, Mathematics, Science, Geography, TV & Movies, Music, Sports, Lifestyle, and more), and the ability to use your own lists. It supports accented characters for non-English lists and is classroom-friendly for teachers and students looking to study or practice vocabulary.

## Rankings

- #142,712 — Overall
- #60 — search bar

## Review summary

Users enjoy the engaging puzzle gameplay and adjustable difficulty, and many have played for years. However, repeated stability and multiplayer issues, intrusive ads, and monetization barriers significantly detract from the experience when the app is not functioning.

### Pros

- Highly enjoyable and addictive word puzzle gameplay.
- Flexible difficulty allowing players to tailor the challenge.
- Longstanding appeal with praise from users who have played for years.
- Engaging and mentally stimulating puzzles that can be relaxing.
- Strong core gameplay when the app is functioning correctly.

### Cons

- Frequent stability issues such as crashes, freezes, and the app failing to load.
- Multiplayer connectivity problems including inability to connect, slow loading, and repeated re-invites.
- Ads disrupt gameplay, including redirects to the App Store and long ad breaks.
- Monetization friction, with category purchases and upgrades prompting charges or limiting access.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id381720064)