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Android Apps > Word > Crossword Puzzle Explorer
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Crossword Puzzle Explorer

by PlaySimple Games · Word · Free
On Google Play since June 2020 · Data updated 2026-10-31

Crossword Puzzle Explorer is made and published by PlaySimple Games. AppBrain is an independent app data site and isn't affiliated with PlaySimple Games. The app name, icon, screenshots and description belong to PlaySimple Games and are shown as published on Google Play.

AppBrain's verdict

EstablishedPopularLoved by users
Rating on Google Play
4.85
39,470 ratings
Installs
5.1 million
Last updated
September 30, 2026
Ads
Contains ads
Size
218.3 MB

Crossword Puzzle Explorer is popular, with 5.1 million installs. Users love it: 4.9 stars from 39,470 ratings. Its best ranking is #25 in Top Free, Word in Australia.

Official page on Google Play

Summary

Crossword Puzzle Explorer from PlaySimple Games delivers unlimited crossword and spelling challenges with trivia twists, designed for adults and English learners. It runs offline and is free-to-play, with daily puzzles and a strong track record across WORD rankings in AU, CA, and GB. With 5,000,000+ total downloads and 56K in the last 30 days, it remains a consistently popular word game.

Pros & Cons

  • Offline play with an ad-free experience
  • Free to play with 100+ levels and unlimited hints
  • Daily puzzles and trivia-driven learning to boost vocabulary
  • Marketing copy omits some common competitor keywords (e.g., 'play', 'free', 'levels', 'learn'), which may affect discoverability in some searches

User feedback

Ratings and reviews on Google Play

Comments on Crossword Puzzle Explorer for Android

★★★★★ Jason Gilchrist · Oct 7, 2026
I love this game, and I enjoy playing it because it forces me to use my patience and intelligence to complete each puzzle, and I really enjoy playing it! Thanks dev's 💯🫡🎯
★★★★★ Benjamin Fletcher · Sep 19, 2026
Fun for crossword lovers. Crossword puzzles really do increase your intelligence, by the way.
★★★★★ Lois Ellis · Sep 26, 2026
Just learning about crosswords, it is very fun.
★★★★★ andrew Fisher · Oct 5, 2026
I absolutely love this game. But please can you tell me why there are so many questions about American sports and TV programs. I live in England & so don't have much knowledge of American sports and tv. So please increase more questions about English sports and tv programs
★☆☆☆☆ Mike D · Sep 10, 2026
Really fun to play, but I spend more time waiting for ads to finish than actual play time. If they can just keep ad banners going at the top of the game screen then eliminate the constant interruptions that would be great. I know how ads payout, and they make loads of money forcing ads in our face. Boils down to greed.
★☆☆☆☆ Robert Cummings · Sep 19, 2026
Buggy, many freezing episodes, back buttons freezing and unresponsive, too many ads, excessive. It's very frustrating to play a game, without disruption of some sort.
★☆☆☆☆ Niel Wiencek · Sep 26, 2026
Does not Meet Google Play or US of America regulations. Your ad is 2:2 # 1 = 17 seconds # 2 = No Option to move forward after 15 seconds

Google Play Rating history and histogram

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Store listing

By PlaySimple Games, from Google Play

“Crossword puzzles for all ages- easy to hard. All offline!”

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Description by PlaySimple Games Written by the developer, not by AppBrain. Click to read.
Tired of the same old board games like classic crosswords and word puzzles?
Crossword Explorer introduces a fresh, fun, and engaging word puzzle game filled with trivia challenges.
Crossword Explorer is the ultimate crossword experience for adults! This thrilling app blends the enjoyment of crossword puzzles with the challenge of improving your vocabulary and spelling skills. Dive into unlimited crossword puzzles that test your knowledge and keep you entertained for hours.
Start solving puzzles by guessing words that fit into the boxes, with trivia clues and categories that make the game even more exciting. Connect the letters you guess and solve the clues to uncover hidden words that expand your knowledge. Ready to explore this crossword universe? With fresh daily puzzles, you’ll never run out of new challenges!

LEARN WITH TRIVIA

Boost your spelling while solving each puzzle! Every correct answer moves you to the next level, making it both fun and educational. If you're looking to improve your vocabulary and general knowledge, this is the perfect way to do so. If you're tired of traditional crossword games and trivia, this adventure will challenge and expand your word skills.

JOIN

Join the growing community of Crossword Explorer players! With a unique mix of word and spelling puzzles, it’s perfect for puzzle lovers who want to improve their word skills. Whether you're a crossword fan, a spelling game enthusiast, or into word associations, Crossword Explorer has something exciting for you. Become part of the community and start solving today!

DISCOVER

Want a fun and exciting way to improve your word and spelling abilities? Look no further than Crossword Explorer! Journey through captivating locations while enjoying this crossword pastime. Every destination offers unique words, trivia clues, puzzles, and themes. Build your collection by exploring different books, uncovering fun facts and new knowledge. With its exciting blend of themed crosswords and spelling challenges, you’ll be entertained for hours.

HAVE FUN

Crossword Explorer offers more fun and complexity than traditional word puzzles and crosswords. Dive in now and enjoy an endless supply of puzzles, correct any misspelled words, and immerse yourself in a crossword journey! Challenge your general knowledge, grow your vocabulary, and engage in an interactive word game. Keep your brain sharp with puzzles of varying difficulty levels.

FEATURES

• Unlimited crossword game with more prizes and rewards
• Access to endless crossword and spelling puzzles
• Enjoy all the features of the game at no cost
• Play Offline with no ads interrupting your crossword puzzle experience
• 100+ Levels available that are perfect for beginners and English learners.
• Unlimited Hints that can Reveal letters or entire words when you need help.
• Free to Play so that you can enjoy all features at no cost.
• Device-Friendly Grids that adjust to your screen.
• Perfect for learning while having fun.

Crossword Explorer is a game from the creators of Daily Themed Crossword, Word Trip, and Word Roll. These are all exciting puzzle games for teens and adults.

Recent changes:
Faster, better and more user-friendly for the knowledgeable explorer in you.
- New "visually calming" style of keyboard introduced for all players.
- Optimizations for a faster & smoother gaming experience.
- UI changes to bring out the explorer in you.
- New content to quench the puzzle-solving appetite.
This update brings with it not only a better experience but also a lot of love and thought from all of us here.
Official page on Google Play

Safety and technology

Found in the app by AppBrain
Ads
Contains ads
Price
Free
Libraries
93
App size
218.3 MB
Needs Android
8.0+
Content rating
Everyone

Technologies used by Crossword Puzzle Explorer

20 permissions · 93 libraries
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Trust & Safety: Permissions reflect standard ad/analytics and device features: includes AD_ID, INTERNET, NOTIFICATIONS, READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE, WAKE_LOCK, BOOT_COMPLETED, BILLING, and related services. No location or contacts access is listed. Overall, the app follows typical market practices for a free-to-play word game from an established developer.

Releases

Updates seen on Google Play
Version
1.404.0
Launched
June 2020
  • Sep 30, 2026UpdateVersion 1.406.0
  • Sep 11, 2026UpdateVersion 1.404.0
  • Jul 31, 2026UpdateVersion 1.400.0
  • Jun 9, 2026UpdateVersion 1.398.0
  • May 22, 2026UpdateVersion 1.396.0
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Installs

Tracked by AppBrain
Last 30 days
56 thousand
Per day
1.9 thousand
30-day average
Play install range
5+ million
Launched
June 2020

Installs over time

Crossword Puzzle Explorer has been installed 5.1 million times. Over the past 30 days, it averaged 1.9 thousand installs per day.

Rankings

Google Play top charts
Highest rank
#25
Chart
Top Free
Word
Country
Australia

Google Play Rankings for Crossword Puzzle Explorer

Top rankings

Rank Country Category List
30 United States Word Top Free
26 Canada Word Top Free
25 Australia Word Top Free
38 United Kingdom Word Top Free
40 United States Word Top Grossing
35 Iran Word Top Grossing
118 Denmark Word Top Free
118 Finland Word Top Free
118 Slovakia Word Top Free
119 Norway Word Top Free
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Ranking history in United States

About the app and developer

About Crossword Puzzle Explorer

Crossword Puzzle Explorer is a word app developed by PlaySimple Games.

Install Statistics

Crossword Puzzle Explorer has been installed 5.1 million times. In the last 30 days, the app was installed 56 thousand times. It is ranked in the top 100 word apps.

User Ratings

Crossword Puzzle Explorer is rated 4.85 out of 5 stars. The rating is based on 39 thousand ratings.

App Information

Crossword Puzzle Explorer is freely available from Google Play. The app size is 218.31 MB. The latest version available is 1.404.0. The last update was on September 30, 2026.

Technical Requirements

Crossword Puzzle Explorer requires Android 8.0+ or higher. The app has a content rating of Everyone. The app has been available on Google Play since June 2020.

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