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PuzzleStar Limited · Games · Japan store
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Revenue a month, worldwide EST
$3.6K
Likely $1.2K to $10.9K
▼ 54.8% in 15 days
New ratings
+9
in 3 days, 14.3K in total
Rating
4.8 of 5
5 ratings in this store
Countries it ranks in
3
was 1 on Oct 18, 2026

Revenue

Estimated from the grossing charts of Oct 25, 2026 in the 53 countries we track, and ratings growth on the App Store.

EST. REVENUE / YEAR · WORLDWIDE
$43.7K
No Google Play version found
EST. LIFETIME DOWNLOADS
175 to 500
Estimated from ratings count
WHERE IT EARNS · EST. / MONTH
  • United States #94 Games: Word$3.5K · 95%
  • Ireland #14 Games: Word$176 · 5%
HOW SURE ARE WE
Small app: combines its grossing ranks with ratings growth (138 new ratings a month on average since launch). Tested on 418 apps with verified revenue: typically off by about 2.6 times, so the range is wide. Countries we don't track (and Google Play in China, which doesn't exist) aren't included, and neither are ads or web payments. Gross revenue before store fees.
RATINGS
5
AVG RATING
4.80
PRICE
無料
AGE
8.7y
LAST UPDATE
31d ago
VERSION
5.1.3
SIZE
49 MB
AGE RATING
12+

Last 30 days

From our daily snapshots of every grossing chart and daily ratings counts.

DAYS IN A GROSSING CHART
16 / 30
COUNTRIES NOW
3 (was 0)
NEW RATINGS, LAST 3 DAYS
+9
EST. REVENUE A MONTH, DAILY · APP STORE EST
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Oct 10, 2026$8.1K a month
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Oct 23, 2026$8K a month
Oct 24, 2026$3.6K a month
Oct 25, 2026$3.6K a month
The same estimate as the headline, saved every day. Best rank Sep 26, 2026: not ranked. Now: #14 Games: Word · IE.
RATINGS IN THE CORE COUNTRIES, DAILY
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Oct 22, 202614.3K ratings
Oct 23, 202614.3K ratings
Oct 24, 202614.3K ratings
Oct 25, 202614.3K ratings
14.3K on Oct 22, 2026, 14.3K on Oct 25, 2026. New ratings track new downloads, even outside the charts.

Money and momentum

Measured from the store, not estimated.

WHAT IT CHARGES
No in-app purchases
Earns from its upfront price, ads or payments outside the store.
REVIEW MOMENTUM
2.0 reviews / week
  • Trendrising
  • Recent reviews average4.4 stars
  • Recent 1 and 2 star share9%
From the latest 500 written reviews, covering 1727 days. The store only returns this many, so this is the most recent slice.
RELEASE CADENCE
6 updates in 90 days
  • Typical gap between releases13 days
From the last 25 versions listed on the App Store.
RATING BREAKDOWN
5 ratings
5★80%
4★20%
3★0%
2★0%
1★0%

What users want

From the latest 500 reviews on the Japan App Store, Feb 1, 2022 to Oct 20, 2026: 9% are 1 or 2 stars. Open a theme to read what people wrote.

WHAT THEY COMPLAIN ABOUT · SHARE OF BAD REVIEWS
Price and subscription49%

22 of the 1 and 2 star reviews.

★★★★★ Started charging for puzzles in the middle of a subscription.
★★★★★ You get to do one free daily crossword before they start making you pay a subscription to do any in the future.
★★★★★ I chose crossword star and was told I would have a week to decide that they would email me in five days and ask me if I wanted a subscription.
Limits, credits, locked features11%

5 of the 1 and 2 star reviews.

★★★★★ We live on very limited incomes and can't afford any extra money to play any other games in the ap.
★★★★★ If would want to “enjoy “ this you have to get the premium.
★★★★★ Ok I downloaded this for free, but every crossword is locked.
Login and account problems4%

2 of the 1 and 2 star reviews.

★★★★★ The web site never apply the coins to my account .
★★★★★ I was attempting to sign up for trial and was automatically charged the full yearly fee outright at the start.
Lost data, sync, backup4%

2 of the 1 and 2 star reviews.

★★★★★ Waste of space so I deleted it.
★★★★★ I deleted the app , I will not download any app from this developer .
WHAT THEY ASK FOR
  • Wish they had more free puzzles available. 5★, Jul 27, 2026
  • I only wish they would allow the TAB KEY to advance from one clue to the next when we don't know then answer instead of having to hit the forward arrow on the screen—at least when playing the XWord puzzles on an iPad. 5★, May 17, 2026
  • I'm sure it's not easy to develop new clues but it sure would be great if there was not that much repetition. 4★, Nov 1, 2024
  • I need more, no strings attached 4★, Oct 23, 2024
  • I do wish it worked offline, though. 4★, Sep 26, 2024
  • I need all the encouragement I can get at 72. 5★, May 13, 2024
  • It's a great game but I wish there were more free minis. 4★, Jan 15, 2024
  • The variety of themes is vast, the puzzles are just challenging enough for me, and if I need a hint, there's always one to be given. 5★, Apr 18, 2023
WORDS THAT KEEP COMING UP IN BAD REVIEWS
free trial3
WHAT THEY LOVE · SHARE OF GOOD REVIEWS
Fun, addictive50%

218 of the 4 and 5 star reviews.

★★★★★ I enjoyed this app until the most recent changes that I saw for the first time today.
★★★★★ I've never enjoyed crossword puzzles so much
★★★★★ What I enjoy about this crossword app is the good variety of themes!
Easy to use10%

43 of the 4 and 5 star reviews.

★★★★★ I don't play all the side games but the Daily Puzzle is nice and the controls are easy to use.
★★★★★ I should think that this may be an easy fix.
★★★★★ Puzzles are easy enough but not too easy and not as ridiculously hard as the NYT crossword.
Worth the money3%

15 of the 4 and 5 star reviews.

★★★★★ I have done the free trial, which was nice.
★★★★★ Wish they had more free puzzles available.
★★★★★ Didn't like that so few were free with a huge list of categories that are not free.
Useful, it helps2%

10 of the 4 and 5 star reviews.

★★★★★ This helps me relax after a tough day
★★★★★ Look forward to working puzzle every nite before I turn in…helps me unwind….
★★★★★ It helps remind me I'm not old even though i i.
Fast2%

9 of the 4 and 5 star reviews.

★★★★★ Daily Mini Puzzles are Fun Quick Hits!
★★★★★ I love the access to archived puzzles, as I can generally get through each puzzle fairly quick.
★★★★★ Love these quick crosswords.

Found by matching words and phrases in the reviews, not read by a person. A review can count toward more than one theme.

What users say

Latest reviews, Japan App Store.

★★★★★Oct 20, 2026
Pam

Great puzzles are difficult but can piece things together

★★★★★Oct 16, 2026
Love

I can’t wait each morning to do this crossword. It is keeping my 82 year old mind young and alive. Thank you!

★★★★★Oct 14, 2026
Sucks!

I enjoyed this app until the most recent changes that I saw for the first time today. It’s no longer fun, and I’ve cancelled my subscription.

★★★★★Oct 12, 2026
Play it everyday

The hints get me past sections of the puzzle that I could never figure out on my own. Then I can successfully solve the rest of the puzzle. I’ve never enjoyed crossword puzzles so much

★★★★★Oct 11, 2026
Fun crosswords!

What I enjoy about this crossword app is the good variety of themes! Some fun, others educational 👍🏻👍🏻

★★★★★Oct 11, 2026
The first one

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ASO keywords

Most repeated terms in the listing. Highlighted ones also appear in the title.

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What's new in 5.1.3

We've built some delightful new features to bring you a better crosswording experience. - Hints and reveals now live in the Help menu. Look for the (?) button while solving to find them - The clue bar has a new rounded design with more comfortable spacing. It also better supports larger text sizes which makes clues easier to read. - The Across and Down lists for larger screens now have a cleaner layout and better adapt to the space available. - Big fixes

Released Feb 21, 2018. Current version shipped Sep 24, 2026.

Store description

Start your day with a crossword and a smile! Whether you’re a novice solver or a seasoned veteran, we’ve designed Crossword+ so that players of all abilities can enjoy solving our crosswords! We release new crosswords every day and every single crossword in the app has a unique theme. For example, Monday’s crossword is music related, and Friday’s crossword is movie related. Even if you don’t know anything about the topic, you’ll still be attempt the crossword as the theme words are sprinkled into the crossword among other clues. So look forward to testing and expanding your knowledge of movies, music, food, books and much, much more! Why Crossword+? * Two new themed puzzles every single day (one maxi and one mini) * Over 3,000 puzzles in our ever-growing collection * Helpful hints when you need a little extra help * Catches mistakes as you type with our AutoCheck function * 100% ad-free. Just you and the puzzle * Works offline * Adjustable text size for readability Join over 500,000 solvers who've made Crossword Plus part of their routine. Is Crossword+ good for beginners? Yes! Crossword+ is designed for solvers of all abilities. Start with our daily mini crosswords, make use of instant error checking, and use hints whenever you're stuck. We aim to make our clues challenging enough to be satisfying, but accessible enough to keep you moving forward. How does it compare to other crossword apps? We designed Crossword Plus to be simple, intuitive, and accessible to everyone. While there are many excellent crossword apps available, we focus on delivering a clean, distraction-free solving experience that feels natural. Is every puzzle themed? Yes! Every single crossword in Crossword+ is built around a unique theme. What kinds of themes do you feature? Everything from Trivia Delights and Hollywood Hits to Tasty Treats and beyond! With over 3,000 themed puzzles in our archive, there’s lots to explore and new topics every day. Can I use Crossword+ offline? Yes! Download puzzles and solve them anywhere! On planes, trains, or wherever your internet connection isn't reliable. Do you have free crossword puzzles? We publish a new free 5×5 mini crossword every day. We offer a subscription which gives you access to full-size maxi puzzles and our extensive archive. Does Crossword+ have ads? No. We're ad-free. Is Crossword+ good for seniors? Yes! The app automatically respects your device's text size settings. Additionally, you can zoom in on any puzzle grid for additional magnification. Can crosswords help with vocabulary? Definitely. Regular crossword solving strengthens vocabulary, reinforces spelling, and improves word recall. All while having fun. Is this an American or British crossword? Both! We use vocabulary and spelling that works for solvers on both sides of the Atlantic, making our puzzles accessible to a global audience. Does Crossword Plus include easy and hard crossword puzzles? We focus on a single, balanced difficulty level that appeals to most solvers. You can make puzzles easier or more challenging by toggling hints and assistance features on or off. Can I use Crossword+ for quick puzzles? Perfect for it! Our daily 5×5 mini crossword is designed for a quick mental break which is ideal when you just want a few minutes of crossword fun. Does Crossword+ offer hints or help with clues? Yes! Every clue comes with an optional hint to nudge you in the right direction. Fair warning: using a hint adds 30 seconds to your completion time. LICENSED APPLICATION END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

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