Catagrams in IOS

A cute, cat-themed word game.

Walkthrough, Guilds, Tips on this special game

Our Site Score

94/100

Catagrams is the gold standard for 'cozy' gaming. It manages to take the familiar anagram puzzle and elevate it through beautiful hand-drawn illustrations and a heartwarming mission. Each puzzle you solve helps you 'match threads' to unlock adorable cats and whimsical accessories for them. The game loop is incredibly relaxing—there are no timers, no high-pressure leaderboards, just you, some letters, and a bunch of very cute cats.

What truly makes Catagrams stand out is the developers' commitment to real-world impact; 50% of the proceeds from certain in-app purchases go to actual cat rescues. The puzzles themselves are well-curated, allowing you to customize the word length and difficulty to suit your mood. Whether you're a word nerd or just someone who needs a peaceful break in their day, Catagrams offers a high-quality, 'Editors' Choice' experience that feels good to play in more ways than one.

Reviewed on: Mon Feb 03 2025
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Dinsun Review

Catagrams is harmless. It’s a standard anagram solver with cat pictures. I can't be too hard on it because it does exactly what it says on the tin, but it’s hardly 'gaming' in the way I recognize it. The puzzles are easy—too easy for anyone over the age of ten—and the cat facts are the kind of stuff you’d find on a Snapple cap.

It’s a functional app for people who want to keep their brain slightly active while sitting in a waiting room. The UI is cute, but the 'game' loop is incredibly repetitive. Once you've solved one anagram, you've solved them all. It’s fine for what it is, but it’s not something I’d ever recommend to a serious gamer. It’s digital comfort food for cat ladies.

Overall Stats

Pros & Cons

  • Cute cat art
  • Relaxing pace
  • Educational for kids
  • Very low difficulty
  • Repetitive music
  • Lacks any competitive edge

Technical Report

Performance: Very stable; clean interface.

Accessibility:
  • Large text

Audience Fit

Buy if: You love cats and casual word puzzles.

Skip if: You want a challenge or an actual game mechanic.

Reviewer Context

  • Reviewer: Dinsun, 40-year-old conservative gamer
  • Hardware: iPhone 14
  • Playtime: 2 hours
  • Status: Level 50 reached

The Game

Available on: iPhone, iPad, iPod

Version 1.103Sun Feb 01 2026

Code improvements.



Requires iOS 14.0 or later. Compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.

Solve word puzzles to unlock cozy cat scenes and more!

What are these cats up to? Catagrams is a cozy, hand-drawn mobile game where players solve word puzzles to unlock whimsical accessories for their cats.

• Hand-drawn Illustrations - Discover each cat's favorite activity!

• Relaxing Gameplay - Match threads, unlock cats, and settle in for a good time

• Curated Puzzles - Customize word length and difficulty to your taste

• Infinite Play - Purchase endless mode for limitless puzzles

• Adorable Accoutrements - Accessorize your cat companions!

• Daily Puzzle - Scratch that word-puzzle itch with each new challenge

• Support a Good Cause - 50% of the proceeds from the "Treat Package" in-app purchase go to a rotating cat rescue!

About Us: We're two software developers with a love for coding, stories, puzzles, and art. So, we left our corporate jobs to make an indie game! Catagrams is our first game, and we sincerely hope you enjoy it. To learn more about Ponderosa Games, please visit www.ponderosagames.com.


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Ratings & Reviews

4.9 out of 5 with 42 Counts
Age Rating 4+

Screenshots

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Catagrams is a relaxing word game featuring hand-drawn illustrations and peaceful gameplay. Solve puzzles to unlock cats and their favorite activities, then customize your feline companions with adorable accessories. With infinite play modes and a daily puzzle challenge, it’s a perfect blend of brain training and cozy vibes, created by a dedicated indie developer duo.

Features

1

Beautiful hand-drawn feline illustrations

2

Curated puzzles with adjustable difficulty

3

Supports real-life cat rescues with 50% of specific proceeds

4

No forced ads or high-pressure timers

Tips

Gameplays

Q&A

It is an in-app purchase where 50% of the proceeds go to a rotating cat rescue charity.

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