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The Best Android Word Games - Updated!

Author : Aiden Update : Mar 16,2025

We adore word games! Their variety—from simple to incredibly complex—is endlessly fascinating, and there's a real sense of accomplishment in mastering them. Even Boggle holds its own charm. This curated list showcases the best Android word games, offering a mix of serious challenges and lighthearted fun, all designed to give your brain a fantastic workout.

Best Android Word Games

Let the games begin!

Wordscapes

A captivating blend of word search, crossword, and Boggle mechanics. While not the most original concept, it's perfect for quick bursts of wordplay fun.

Baba Is You

While debatably a word game, we're including it for its unique lateral thinking puzzles. Manipulate words to redefine the rules of each level. "Baba is you," but what if "Rock is you?" Prepare for hours of inventive gameplay.

Anagraphs

Ever notice how some letters resemble others upside down? This ingenious game capitalizes on that, challenging you to flip letters and create new words. A truly unique and clever word game.

Words for a Bird

From the innovative mind of Bart Bonte, known for his free-color puzzle series, comes this equally creative and elegant word game. A refreshing departure from the norm, it's as original and captivating as his other titles.

Typeshift

From the creators of the acclaimed (but sadly Android-absent) SpellTower, comes Typeshift. This anagram puzzler presents neatly arranged letter rows. Slide them to create words—simple yet incredibly engaging.

Sticky Terms

While pushing the boundaries of the word game definition, Sticky Terms is a unique experience. Assemble shapes to form words, exercising your visuospatial reasoning. The added twist? The words are untranslatable terms, adding an extra layer of intrigue.

Bonza Word Puzzle

More clever than its name suggests, this elegant game challenges you to arrange text chunks to create words. The numerous configurations and themed levels make for a surprisingly challenging and rewarding experience.

Boggle With Friends

A classic reimagined! Zynga's Boggle With Friends delivers a slick, fun (and sometimes frustrating!) multiplayer experience, capturing the essence of the original board game.

Scrabble GO

Similar in spirit to Boggle With Friends, Scrabble GO offers a colorful and accessible take on the classic word game. Complete with various modes and features, it’s a perfect blend of familiarity and modern convenience. Words With Friends 2 also deserves a mention.

Word Forward

A testament to the genre's depth, Word Forward showcases surprising originality within a seemingly simple 5x5 grid. It proves that even familiar formats can be incredibly innovative and engaging.

Sidewords

Sidewords offers a diverse range of puzzle formats, presenting a captivating blend of wordplay and logic puzzles. Hundreds of puzzles, categorized by color, provide an extensive and varied experience.

Letterpress

Originally an iOS hit, Letterpress is a two-player word game where you claim territory on a 5x5 grid. This deceptively simple game hides surprisingly deep strategic gameplay.