Antitype is a brilliant minimalist puzzle game that feels like a cross between a word search and a Rubik's Cube. The core hook is that you aren't just looking for words; you are manipulating them. Each level gives you a starting set of letters and a clue, and you must flip and swap them to form the target word. The catch? Moving one letter often affects another.
The aesthetic is gorgeous—clean typography, soft colors, and a very 'App Store Design Award' vibe. It starts out quite easy, but the later levels require serious spatial reasoning and a solid vocabulary. It’s the kind of game that makes you feel incredibly smart when you finally crack a difficult level, and it's perfect for a quiet commute or a relaxing evening.
Version 2.1Wed Nov 15 2023
It's been awhile since the last update! You'll be pleased to know that all level packs are now included - no more in-app purchases :)
Enjoy the game!
Requires iOS 13.5 or later. Compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.“Antitype’s clever design shines bright, delivering a tricky word puzzler in a minimalist package” — PocketGamer
“A word game that stands out from the crowded marketplace” — AppAdvice
“A double-whammy word puzzler… a devious combo!” — TouchArcade
“Simple but beautiful… absorbing… addicting.” — MacStories
“Streamlined style and elegantly crafted puzzles” — Gamezebo
Antitype is a game all about opposites. With a clue and your knowledge of the alphabet, you'll change opposing letters to decipher each pair of opposite words.
- 400 free levels range from simple to extremely difficult
- Synonym & Homophone level packs with 400 additional levels
- 100 ultra-challenging antonym levels in the new Antonyms X level pack
- Save by purchasing level pack bundles or unlock the game with the Unlimited Pass!
- Plan your moves wisely - every level can be solved!
- Hints provide you ability to get a head start on challenging levels
- Each level is uniquely shuffled so every attempt has its own solution
- Sync progress across all your iOS devices
- Beautifully-clean, colorful aesthetic
- Minimalist in style, yet full of complexity
- Quick gameplay - play for a minute, an hour or more!












Antitype is a minimalist puzzle game that challenges your vocabulary and logic. Each level presents you with a word that is the 'opposite' of the clue. By flipping tiles and shifting letters, you must transform the grid into the correct answer. With over 300 levels and a beautiful aesthetic, it's a unique take on the word puzzle genre.
Tapping a letter tile flips it and potentially affects adjacent tiles. Look for patterns in how the letters shift before making your final moves.
Always look at the clue provided at the bottom of the screen. The word you are trying to build is generally the opposite of that clue.
Yes, if you get stuck, you can use a hint to reveal the position of a specific letter.