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Red Herring

By Blue Ox Family Games, Inc. · iPhone & iPad

4.6 (1.4K)4+FreeAvailable now
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Red Herring is the word connections game. How to play: 1. Make the connections and group words into categories. 2. Look out for the Red Herrings, pesky words whose sole purpose is to mislead you. 3. Have fun making the connections! Red Herring is a FUN, CHALLENGING, and EASY TO LEARN word connections puzzle game. Each puzzle has only one correct so

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About Red Herring

Developer description, as provided in the original store listing.

Red Herring is the word connections game.

How to play:

1. Make the connections and group words into categories.

2. Look out for the Red Herrings, pesky words whose sole purpose is to
mislead you.

3. Have fun making the connections!

Red Herring is a FUN, CHALLENGING, and EASY TO LEARN word connections
puzzle game. Each puzzle has only one correct solution and there's no time
limit. Three difficulty levels make it suitable for the whole family.

Don't say we didn't warn you if you can't stop playing. Give Red Herring a try
today!

From the creators of 7 Little Words and Moxie.

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Developer
Blue Ox Family Games, Inc.
Release date
May 1, 2014
Latest version
2.6.1
Requires
iOS 16.6 or later
Price snapshot
Free GBP
Source checked
Oct 23, 2026

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Is Red Herring available on iPhone?

Red Herring is listed on the GB App Store. Availability varies by region and compatible device.

Is Red Herring free?

The recorded download price is free. In-app purchases, subscriptions, or additional content may cost extra. Source checked Oct 23, 2026.

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