Welcome to the world of KOTOBA!
Here, words become power — and the key to unraveling the mysteries of a story. Your journey to becoming a KOTOBA Master begins with a single word puzzle.
Are you ready?
PERFECT FOR YOU IF...
- You love both puzzle games and competitive battles
- You enjoy fantasy RPG worlds
- You're a fan of word games and wordplay
- You want to expand your English vocabulary
- You're looking for brain training and cognitive exercise
- You love progression systems like training at a dojo
- You thrive on climbing the rankings
- You want a quick, satisfying game for spare moments
- You want to strengthen your Japanese vocabulary
- You want it all — completely free
TRAIN AT THE DOJO. BECOME THE STRONGEST.
KOTOBA is more than just a word puzzle.
Train daily at the Dojo to master dozens of skills. Boost your attack, freeze your opponent's turn, recover HP — the combinations are endless, and so are the tactics.
- Morning routine: a quick training session at the Dojo
- Weekends: build your own unique strategy by combining skills
- Battle online, then return to the Dojo to refine your approach
This loop is the heart of getting stronger in KOTOBA.
BATTLE PLAYERS AROUND THE WORLD IN REAL TIME
Take the skills you've honed at the Dojo and put them to the test against players worldwide.
- 1-on-1 real-time battles of wits
- Tactical gameplay where skill timing decides victory
- Competitive ranked matches — win more, climb higher
- Exclusive titles and limited rewards for top rankers
English Version features global rankings, while Japanese Version has domestic rankings — aim for the top in both worlds.
THE CORE: A WORD PUZZLE
Trace your finger across the letter board to form real words before time runs out. Simple rules meet a rewarding scoring system — longer words earn more points, and combos feel incredible. It's the kind of game you'll want to play again and again.
MORE FEATURES
KOTOBA Coins (KC) to Unlock the Story
Earn KC through puzzles and battles, then unlock new chapters and power up your gear.
Unique Avatars for Customization
Choose your favorite avatar and set off on your adventure.
Assist Items
Stuck? Use hints, time extensions, and bombs to break through.
Daily Missions
Complete daily goals for generous rewards. The more you play, the more you earn.
Dictionary Feature
Every word you discover is automatically saved. Build your personal vocabulary collection.
THE STORY OF KOTOBA
The hero, Alf, is betrayed and cast into the depths of despair — yet miraculously survives. Deep in the labyrinth below, he meets a mysterious silver-haired girl. Together, they must choose: revenge or hope. With the power of words, they carve their own fate. The story changes with your choices — the world of KOTOBA awaits you.
A BILINGUAL WORD GAME
KOTOBA lets you freely switch between English Version and Japanese Version from the menu.
- English Version: Build your English vocabulary on an alphabet board
- Japanese Version: Sharpen your Japanese skills on a hiragana and katakana board
Whether you want English brain training or Japanese language practice, one app does it all. Turn your spare moments into real vocabulary power.
START NOW
Download for free and experience all core features. Train at the Dojo, battle the world, and begin your path to becoming a KOTOBA Master — starting today.
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Japanese version: a new skill, Word Blade, turns six-letter words into finishing moves. Upgrade it with KC to use it more often and hit harder.
The Japanese Daily Challenge has two new themes, Jobs and Plants. Look for job titles and the names of flowers, trees and vegetables.
Version 1.11.41
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Information
Seller
Steam Wagon Japan Inc.
Size
104.6 MB
Category
Word
Compatibility
Requires iOS 13.0 or later.
iPhone Requires iOS 13.0 or later.
iPad Requires iPadOS 13.0 or later.
iPod touch Requires iOS 13.0 or later.
Mac Requires macOS 11.0 or later and a Mac with Apple M1 chip or later.
