Kryss - The Battle of Words in IOS

Letter Game & Crossword Puzzle

Walkthrough, Guilds, Tips on this special game

Our Site Score

90/100

Kryss: The Battle of Words is the shot in the arm that the digital crossword genre desperately needed. By turning the solitary experience of a crossword puzzle into a competitive, turn-based battle, it creates a sense of urgency and social interaction that is incredibly addictive. The 'five letters per turn' mechanic is brilliant; it forces you to think about word placement and bonus opportunities rather than just knowing the clues.

The one-minute time limit adds a perfect level of pressure, turning what is usually a slow-paced hobby into a tactical sprint. I particularly appreciate the social features—the ability to chat with friends or challenge random opponents makes every victory feel personal. The game is also a great tool for vocabulary expansion, making it one of those rare apps that is both fun and genuinely educational. With daily new content from expert crossword makers, it never feels stale.

Reviewed on: Tue Feb 10 2026
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Dinsun Review

As someone who appreciates a good Sunday crossword, I was skeptical about 'gamifying' the experience. But Kryss actually works. By making it a turn-based battle, it introduces a layer of strategy that standard puzzles lack. You aren't just solving; you're blocking and planning for bonuses. It’s a dignified use of my time on a phone.

That said, the social features are a bit bare-bones, and the wait times between turns can be agonizing if your opponent isn't attentive. It also suffers from the typical 'energy' systems seen in mobile titles, which I find offensive to the spirit of a thinking person's game. Still, for a word enthusiast, it’s one of the better options out there.

Overall Stats

Pros & Cons

  • Innovative turn-based mechanics
  • Genuinely challenging puzzles
  • Good multilingual support
  • Slow pacing with random opponents
  • Standard mobile monetization tropes
  • Occasional UI lag

Technical Report

Performance: Stable connection required; notifications for turns can be inconsistent.

Accessibility:
  • Adjustable font sizes

Audience Fit

Buy if: You love Scrabble and Crosswords and want a competitive hybrid.

Skip if: You have no patience for turn-based waiting games.

Similar Games:
  • Words with Friends 2
  • Scrabble GO

Reviewer Context

  • Reviewer: Dinsun, 40-year-old critical gamer
  • Hardware: iPad Air
  • Playtime: 15 hours
  • Status: Level 25

The Game

Available on: iPhone, iPad, iPod

Version 9.58Tue Feb 10 2026

A brand new Kryss update!

- Earn more prizes

- New puzzles!

- Lots of improvements!


Kryss is the new, highly addictive game that lets two players test each other's imagination and vocabulary.

The turn-based game is developed from the idea of transforming the traditional crossword solution - oldschool Scandinavian style - into a game where you compete against each other in the same crossword puzzle.

You receive five letters each turn, then strive to place the letters in the crossword within a minute. There are several ways of outscoring your opponent, including a significant bonuses for completing words, for getting key letters right or for using all your five letters within a round.

Then again: it might just pay off to keep one of the crucial letters for later use – when the stakes are higher.

Kryss has the element of randomly awarded letters in common with a classic game like Scrabble and other word games.

But Kryss is faster, and it offers a logic and gaming experience which makes it feel like no other passtime you ever engaged in. It is pure yoga for the brain, meditation for the mind, vocabulary training in a game, all the while being so easily accessible that it is loads of fun for both young and old.

And with the chat function you can keep in touch with your favorite aunt at the same time as teasing your best friend for being the slowest player in the known Universe. Come and play our Word Game. You will love it.

Features:

- Choose to play with friends or be matched up against random opponents

- Push notifications informing you of opponent's latest move

- Crosswords in English, German, Spanish, French, Dutch, Norwegian, Swedish and Danish

- Play in 20 simultaneous games!

- Chat with your opponents

Privacy Policy: https://kryss.app/privacy-policy.html

Terms of Use: https://kryss.app/terms-of-service.html


Requires iOS 15.0 or later. Compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.

Solve crosswords with friends, or by yourself! Explore crosswords from around the world, and sharpen your mind! Learn new words and improve your vocabulary!

Kryss is the new, highly addictive game that lets two players test each other's imagination and vocabulary.

The turn-based game is developed from the idea of transforming the traditional crossword solution - oldschool Scandinavian style - into a game where you compete against each other in the same crossword puzzle.

You receive five letters each turn, then strive to place the letters in the crossword within a minute. There are several ways of outscoring your opponent, including a significant bonuses for completing words, for getting key letters right or for using all your five letters within a round.

Then again: it might just pay off to keep one of the crucial letters for later use – when the stakes are higher.

Kryss has the element of randomly awarded letters in common with a classic game like Scrabble and other word games.

But Kryss is faster, and it offers a logic and gaming experience which makes it feel like no other passtime you ever engaged in. It is pure yoga for the brain, meditation for the mind, vocabulary training in a game, all the while being so easily accessible that it is loads of fun for both young and old.

And with the chat function you can keep in touch with your favorite aunt at the same time as teasing your best friend for being the slowest player in the known Universe. Come and play our Word Game. You will love it.

Features:

- Choose to play with friends or be matched up against random opponents

- Push notifications informing you of opponent's latest move

- Crosswords in English, German, Spanish, French, Dutch, Norwegian, Swedish and Danish

- Play in 20 simultaneous games!

- Chat with your opponents

Privacy Policy: https://kryss.app/privacy-policy.html

Terms of Use: https://kryss.app/terms-of-service.html


In-Game Events

Ultimate Valentines Quiz!
LIVE EVENT
Ultimate Valentines Quiz!
Don’t Break Her Heart AGAIN.. Start Solving NOW!

Solve a brand new Valentines crossword every day! Treat yourself and earn heartfelt rewards. Don’t miss out!

Starts: 2/8/2026Ends: 2/28/2026

Ratings & Reviews

4.3 out of 5 with 399 Counts
Age Rating 4+

Screenshots

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Kryss is an engaging multiplayer word game that reimagines the traditional crossword as a competitive battle. Players receive five letters each turn and have one minute to place them strategically on the board. Scoring is based on word completion and letter accuracy, with bonuses for using all letters. Featuring a built-in chat function and fresh daily puzzles from expert makers, Kryss is a social, brain-training experience for all ages.

Features

1

Two-player turn-based crosswords

2

Dynamic 1-minute time limit

3

In-game chat with friends

4

New puzzles added daily

5

Global matchmaking and leaderboards

Tips

Promotion Videos

Kryss Official Trailer

Related Videos

Recommended Links

Official Kryss Site

Official game portal.

Official

News on this game

Kryss - The Battle of Words by Crossword & Sudoku LTD

Kryss is the new, highly addictive game that lets two players test each other's imagination and vocabulary.

AppAdvice - Thu Jun 27 2019

Gameplays

Q&A

Yes, you can play against the game's AI, 'Kryss,' to practice your skills before challenging real players.

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