LexInvaders is a unique word-shooting arcade game available on the App Store for iPhone, iPad, and Mac devices. Developed by TRISTAN ROBERT NOHRER, this game blends typing proficiency with classic arcade gameplay mechanics.
Key Features
- Fast-Paced Word Shooting: Control your ship (^) to collect falling letters and spell target words while avoiding enemy blocks
- Multiple Difficulty Modes: Easy, Medium, Hard, and Challenge modes with varying gameplay intensity
- Boss Waves: Face challenging multi-word sentences every 5 rounds for enhanced gameplay
- Power-Up System: Collect hearts to heal and shields for temporary invincibility
- Health Management: Manage 3 lives with a mistake meter that fills with wrong letters
- Control Options: Tilt controls using device accelerometer (can be disabled in settings)
- Haptic Feedback: Immersive haptic feedback system with configurable settings
- Audio Experience: Three music tracks and eight sound effects with separate volume controls
- Score Tracking: Local score tracking to save and view best performances
- Game Center Integration: Built-in connectivity for competitive gameplay
Gameplay Mechanics
Players match target words shown at the top of the screen by shooting letters to collect them. Correct letters cost 1 bullet while wrong ones cost 3 bullets. Completing words scores points and accelerates game speed. White enemy blocks must be avoided as they cost lives. Power-ups help extend gameplay duration, and boss waves offer bonus point opportunities.
Technical Specifications
- Price: $0.99 one-time purchase (no ads)
- Size: 17.8 MB
- Platforms: iPhone, iPad, Mac (requires iOS 14.0+, iPadOS 14.0+, or macOS 11.0+ with Apple M1 chip)
- Age Rating: 13+ (contains cartoon/fantasy violence and weapons)
- Languages: English only
- Privacy: No data collection according to developer's privacy policy
- Latest Version: 1.01 (released January 15, 2026)
Target Audience
LexInvaders appeals to word game enthusiasts and arcade fans looking for a challenging combination of typing speed and reflex-based gameplay. The game's progressive difficulty and boss wave system make it suitable for both casual players and those seeking more competitive challenges through Game Center integration.
