Cryptograms
Developed by Ross McNamara | Last updated: May 10, 2024
Cryptograms - Word Puzzles for Brain Training is a free-to-play puzzle education game app, developed by Ross McNamara, available on iOS and Android since its release in July 2014. The updated version 1.3.2 is now available to download, compatible with iOS 6.1+ and Android 10+. Before downloading this app, let's quickly review what Cryptograms Word Puzzles for Brain Training has to offer.
About Cryptograms
A cryptogram, sometimes called cryptoquip, is a word puzzle based on a phrase or quote that has been encrypted by letter substitution. For example, the word 'FUN' might be encrypted as 'GHK.' By looking at the patterns in the decrypted text, the length of the words, and other context clues - you'll slowly decode the phrase or quote until it's back to its original text. I realize this paragraph you just read might sound dull - but believe me, these puzzles are super fun and addicting!
While often found in the world of pencil and paper puzzles - this app gives a easy, clean way to solve these word puzzles without killing any trees. You can choose between the traditional layout (encrypted text appears below your decrypted text). Or you can switch to the 'condensed' layout I've invented just for this app - where you can see the encrypted and decrypted text all at once (it sounds confusing, but I think you'll end up really liking it).
With the recent popularity of puzzles like Sudoku or KenKen, it's easy to forget that there are some really great word puzzles to keep your mind sharp. Cryptograms will push your brain to think in different ways, and really make you work through your whole vocabulary trying when trying to come up with an answer.
The app comes with a starter pack of 20 puzzles for you to try out and see if cryptogams are your thing. If they are, there are several more packs of puzzles available through the app - and I'm always working on more I'll be adding in on a regularly basis.
Have fun puzzling!!
What's new in version 1.3.2
This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.
'See Solution' functionality now also on the iPad version (was supposed to be in the last update, sorry!)
Need help? Use our Cryptograms Walkthrough page or sign up and make your contribution today.
Download the Cryptograms App
Cryptograms has an IPA/APK download size of 6 MB on its latest version. Cryptograms is FREE to download. Ready to install? Ensure you have at least 7 MB of storage space available, then tap the button or scan the QR code below to start the download process!
Ranking History in App Store (U.S)
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Compatibility
- iPhone 14, 14 Plus, 14 Pro, 14 Pro Max
- iPhone 13 Pro Max
- iPhone 12 Pro
- Old devices: iPhone X/SE/8/7/6
- iPad Pro
- iPad Mini
Review: I love cryptograms❣️
I’ve always solved them in newspapers , books or copied from internet. I’ve never solved a cryptogram like this....
By texsal
Review: I love the format. It makes working it very easy!
Just like the ones in our local paper. I absolutely love doing those but these are so much easier because...
By Dianedmd
Review: Love this app.
I am good at solving cryptograms, but some of these were a challenge. I feel like I am doing something...
By Rose Marie
Review: Fantastic Fun
No commercials - first pack is free and then only 99 cents for additional big packs - good for hours of...
By Lynda6500
Review: Great crypto quote puzzle game.
Better than the one in the newspaper since they give you a clue.
By rnbarner