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- 32 ratings
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- November 5, 2026
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- 84.0 MB
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By Anuj Gupta, from the App StoreDescription by Anuj Gupta Written by the developer, not by AppBrain. Click to read.
Think Charades meets hot potato: race to get your team to guess the word before the timer buzzes, then pass the phone — FAST! Get caught holding it when the buzzer goes and you lose and the other team scores. It's loud, chaotic, and instantly addictive.
You have to play to love it.
HOW TO PLAY
The rules are dead simple, you'll be playing in 60 seconds:
Split into two or more teams and pick a deck.
One player holds the phone so their team can not see the word on screen.
The player gives clues by describing it or acting it out or singing it, doing the voice — anything to get your team members to shout the right answer.
Guessed it? Immediately pass the phone straight to the next player.
Beat the buzzer. Whoever's holding the phone when the timer runs out loses the round, and the other teams take the point.
The first team to the target score wins — then run it back, because nobody stops at one.
No pen, no paper, no setup. Just pick up and play.
ONE APP, MANY GAMES
Hot Phrase isn't a single game — it's a whole shelf of them in one download.
Choose one or more deck, change the rules, and play as you like:
Classic clue-giving - describe the word without saying it, catchphrase style.
Charades mode - no talking allowed, act the word out and let them guess.
Celebrity impressions - do the voice, land the impression, win the round.
Sing it - hum or sing your clue for music and movie decks.
Accents & impressions - the sillier the voice, the faster the laughs.
Taboo-style hard mode - give clues without any obvious words for a real challenge.
Pictionary style - draw the word to make your team guess, no talking or singing
(These are some of the other ways to play the built-in decks — mix and match to suit your group.)
IN BUILT GAME MODES
Team mode - split the room into squads for fierce, friendly, competitive party chaos. The classic Hot Phrase experience with scoring points.
Solo mode - on your own or killing time? Play solo to beat your best score. Perfect for traffic, flights, or waiting in line.
Online multiplayer - do you miss your friends who are far away? Challenge them from anywhere with online mode and keep the friendship & fun alive across cities.
Pass-and-play — one phone, the whole group, endless rounds. No extra accounts, no fuss.
25+ DECKS & GROWING A huge, ever-expanding library so the game never goes stale — celebrities, movies, music, animals, food, actions, festivals and loads more. We add fresh words every week, so there's always something new to guess.
MAKE IT YOURS
Adjust the timer to go easy or ramp up the pressure.
Turn sounds and effects on or off.
Change the text size for your eyes
Build your own custom decks with inside jokes, names of your mates, your own themes. Create the perfect deck for your crew.
PLAY ANYWHERE, ANYTIME — 100% OFFLINE No Wi-Fi? No problem. Hot Phrase works fully offline (except the online mode), so the fun never stops on a camping trip, at a BBQ, on a long drive, or anywhere with dodgy signals. It's the reliable go-to game for any moment people gather.
PERFECT FOR Parties · Family game night · Road trips & travel · BBQs · New Year's Eve · Couples · Team-building icebreakers · Holidays and get-togethers
If you love Charades, Heads Up, Catchphrase, Pictionary or Password, you'll feel right at home. Download Hot Phrase and get ready to have the ultimate fun!
Share your funniest gameplay clips on Instagram and tag us for a chance to win amazing prizes.
Disclaimer: Not affiliated with Hasbro, the creators of Catch Phrase™, or The Tonight Show. A fan-made game inspired by the classics
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Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
Safety and technology
Found in the app by AppBrain- Price
- Free
- App size
- 84.0 MB
- Content rating
- Everyone
Technologies used by Hot Phrase: Catch the Word
Releases
Updates seen on the App Store- Version
- 4.2.2
- Launched
- October 2022
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About Hot Phrase: Catch the Word
Hot Phrase: Catch the Word is a games app developed by Anuj Gupta.
User Ratings
Hot Phrase: Catch the Word is rated 4.38 out of 5 stars. The rating is based on 32 ratings.
App Information
Hot Phrase: Catch the Word is freely available from the App Store. The app size is 83.95 MB. The latest version available is 4.2.2. The last update was on November 5, 2026.
Technical Requirements
The app has a content rating of Everyone. The app has been available on the App Store since October 2022.
Hot Phrase: Catch the Word is made and published by Anuj Gupta. AppBrain is an independent app data site and isn't affiliated with Anuj Gupta. The app name, icon, screenshots and description belong to Anuj Gupta and are shown as published on the App Store.
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Frequently asked questions about Hot Phrase: Catch the Word
Is Hot Phrase: Catch the Word free?
Yes. Hot Phrase: Catch the Word is free on the App Store.
Is Hot Phrase: Catch the Word still available?
Yes. Hot Phrase: Catch the Word is on the App Store, and the last update we saw was on November 5, 2026.
How large is Hot Phrase: Catch the Word?
Hot Phrase: Catch the Word is 83.95 MB.
Is Hot Phrase: Catch the Word suitable for children?
App Store rates the content of Hot Phrase: Catch the Word as suitable for everyone.
How do people rate Hot Phrase: Catch the Word?
Hot Phrase: Catch the Word scores 4.38 out of 5 stars, from 32 ratings on the App Store.
Who made Hot Phrase: Catch the Word?
Hot Phrase: Catch the Word was developed by Anuj Gupta. It is listed in the games category on the App Store.
What are the best alternatives to Hot Phrase: Catch the Word?
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