TransformationsTransformations is an INCREDIBLE word game.  It is definitely a Must Have for anyone that likes crosswords or any other kind of word game.  For $0.99, you get 2,000 puzzles like the one pictured.  Each word is changed a particular way, called a transformation, from the one it connects to.  This can include adding a letter (or two), re-arranging the letters, replacing a letter, and words that sound the same.  It is definitely a mental challenge.  If you get stuck, a two-finger tap on the screen brings up a menu to change to a different puzzle, fill in a letter, show your errors, and even an option to move on to another level.

The game offers three different difficulty levels and two different modes of play.  One is relaxing, and one is timed and you try to complete as much as you can before you run out of whichever time limit you select.  You get points based on the number completed puzzles and the number of correct letters on the current one when the time runs out.  The game also has the nice feature of allowing you to play music from your library while playing the game.

My suggestions for this almost-perfect game are few.  A leader board reflecting how long a particular level takes to complete would be nice.  Adding a transformation for synonyms would make for a nice addition.  Additions to the game is not what makes it just barely less than perfect though.  The keyboard is custom.  It has that “delete word” key on the bottom left.  The keyboard has a slightly different feel to it from the default iPhone keyboard though.  On a couple of occasions, I found myself having to tap a letter twice.  It doesn’t negatively impact overall game play, but if it was refined a bit, it would make this truly a masterpiece.

Overall, if I were to rate the game, I would give it a 9.5 out of 10 stars.  It’s that good.  If the $0.99 isn’t enough to make you want to rush out and get this, a lite version containing 40 puzzles is available for you to try.  If you like word games though, skip the lite version and go for the full thing.  It is guaranteed to bring you hours and hours of fun and challenge.