# Codeword Puzzles (Crosswords)

> Keep your mind sharp with this simple but challenging word game!

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/net.lrstudios.codewords](https://chrome-stats.com/d/net.lrstudios.codewords)

## Overview

- **ID:** `net.lrstudios.codewords`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** LR Studios
- **Category:** GAME\_WORD
- **Downloads:** 998,494
- **Rating:** 4.61 / 5 (13,325 ratings)
- **Version:** 4.11
- **Last updated:** 2026-08-30
- **First published:** 2016-07-02
- **Publisher country:** FR
- **Size:** 18 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-19
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=net.lrstudios.codewords)
- **Website:** [https://lr-studios.net](https://lr-studios.net/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://lr-studios.net/privacy](https://lr-studios.net/privacy)

## Description

**Codeword Puzzles (Crosswords)** is a captivating word game app designed to challenge and sharpen your mind. Unlike traditional crosswords, Codeword Puzzles replace each letter with a number from 1 to 26, requiring players to deduce the correct letters and uncover hidden words. With several hundred free puzzles ranging from beginner to very hard, users can enjoy endless entertainment and brain exercise.

The app features a variety of grid styles including American, French, and Italian layouts, offering diverse gameplay experiences. Two new puzzles are released each day to keep the content fresh and engaging. Additionally, Codeword Puzzles supports multiple languages and provides extensive customization options for the grid's appearance and game features, making it suitable for all types of word puzzle enthusiasts.

## Rankings

- #68,537 — Overall

## 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.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.android.vending.BILLING`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`
- `net.lrstudios.codewords.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

## Review summary

Reviewers praise Codeword Puzzles for its calming, engaging gameplay and word-learning benefits, with an accessible format and varied difficulty. It’s described as addictive and suitable for older players. However, common concerns include intrusive or inconsistent ads, monetization frustrations (desire for ad-free or one-time payment options), language-quality issues (nonsense words and UK/US spelling mismatches), and incomplete alphabets in puzzles. Overall, strong educational appeal tempered by advertising and language-content concerns.

### Pros

- Calming, relaxing and mentally engaging gameplay that forgives mistakes.
- Helps expand vocabulary and spelling; useful for learning new words.
- Varied levels and challenging puzzles that are addictive and offer easy-to-hard progression.
- Pleasant, intuitive format and design; feels better than similar games.
- Accessible for older players and easy to pick up.

### Cons

- Ads can be intrusive or disruptive; experiences vary and some reviews report intrusive ads.
- Language quality issues: use of non-words and inconsistent UK/US spellings.
- Monetization/frustration: requests for a one-off ad removal option and frustration with ads despite paying or being asked to pay.
- Incomplete alphabet: some puzzles omit letters (e.g., Q greyed out) and don’t use a full alphabet.

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