# Spellspire

> Words are magic.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id834993441](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id834993441)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id834993441`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** 10tons Ltd
- **Category:** Word
- **Rating:** 4.60 / 5 (3,414 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.3.4
- **Last updated:** 2021-11-02
- **First published:** 2016-04-13
- **Size:** 28 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-06
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/spellspire/id834993441)
- **Website:** [http://www.10tons.com/Game/spellspire.html](http://www.10tons.com/Game/spellspire.html)
- **Privacy policy:** [http://www.10tons.com/privacy.html](http://www.10tons.com/privacy.html)

## Description

Spellspire is a thrilling mashup of word game and action RPG. Pick letters from a grid to spell words and unleash blasts from your wand—the longer the word, the bigger the blast. Defeat monsters, collect gold, and upgrade wands, hats, and robes with magical effects as you climb toward the top of Spellspire.

Features include co-op play with Facebook friends, iCloud save support, and compatibility with newer iPhone resolutions. It’s a fast-paced, spellbound blend of vocabulary and RPG progression.

## Rankings

- #31,521 — Overall
- #12 — New Twists on Word Games
- #16 — Essential Word Games
- #81 — tons

## Review summary

Spellspire combines a fun, original RPG-style word battle with an educational slant toward spelling. Many players enjoy the concept and challenge, but the free-to-play model dampens the experience: a limited five lives with long recharge times, potential pay-to-resurrect, and frequent ads disrupt play. The game also leans into grinding with repetitive levels and a slow content cadence, leading to boredom for some at higher levels. Overall, it's creative and entertaining but hampered by monetization, pacing, and content updates.

### Pros

- Fun and engaging gameplay with a unique RPG-word game concept.
- Educational aspect that helps with spelling and word knowledge.
- Challenging and rewarding progression with gear and upgrades.

### Cons

- Limited lives with long recharge times, leading to grinding and paid shortcuts.
- Frequent intrusive ads that interrupt gameplay.
- Grindy, repetitive level progression with a lack of new content/updates.
- Difficulty spikes can make progression hard for casual players.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id834993441)