Black Ink Crosswords

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  • Type:  Traditional game
  • Genre:  Puzzler
  • Developer:  Red Sweater Software
  • Release date:  October 13, 2010
  • Status:  Free with in-game purchases
  • Platform:  iOS, iPadOS, macOS
  • Language:  English
  • Rating:  10/10

Black Ink Crosswords is a thoughtfully designed puzzle game for those who appreciate intellectual challenge and the convenience of modern technology. There is no fictional storyline or unnecessary characters here — your main tools are logic, general knowledge, and a feel for language.

A Classic Experience in a Modern Format

The game brings the familiar crossword-solving process from print into a flexible digital environment. You work with a grid, analyze clues across and down, and gradually move closer to the solution. It’s a calm, focused experience, ideal for training memory and expanding your vocabulary.

Virtually Unlimited Content

One of the key strengths of Black Ink Crosswords is its support for importing puzzles from external sources. You are not limited to a built-in set:

  • Regularly add new crossword puzzles
  • Choose difficulty levels that suit your skills
  • Return to unfinished puzzles at any time

This approach makes the game nearly endless and especially appealing to those who enjoy solving crosswords daily.

Accessibility and Inclusivity

The app is designed with blind and visually impaired users in mind. Its interface is fully optimized for the VoiceOver screen reader:

  • Controls and the crossword grid are read in a clear, logical order
  • Navigation is intuitive without visual feedback
  • The structure of each puzzle is easy to understand through audio alone

Black Ink Crosswords is not a game about speed, but about thoughtful problem-solving — a quiet intellectual journey that is truly accessible to everyone.

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