A crossword game with a curious twist
Every word
has an alibi.
A little mystery. A friendly rivalry.
And one more word before bed.
Challenge the people you love to a battle of wits. Piece together crosswords, trade clever turns, and follow Inspector Finch into a world of illustrated mysteries.
Put me on the listComing to iPhone, iPad & Android
iOS first. Android to follow.
A word from the inspector
“A good alibi is convincing.
A good vocabulary? Indispensable.”
Your first case
OPEN FILE · 001The Midnight Express
A stolen ruby. A departing train. Your move.
5 Across · 5 letters
The Midnight Express, for one
Tap a letter to place it in the selected square
Start with 5 Across. The letters are in your rack.
A pocket-sized preview. No account needed.
Good company. Questionable alibis.
Your favourite rival
already knows you.
Your sister. Your oldest friend. The person who insists they always win at word games.
Invite them to a crossword duel. Take turns placing letters on the same board, make your deductions count, and return for the rematch.
A shared board. A friendly duel.
Crossword clues meet the pleasure of a well-played letter. Every turn is a chance to outwit someone you know.
A casebook worth getting lost in.
Explore 34 included puzzles, with illustrated detective stories to keep you company along the way.
A little practice with Finch.
Prefer a quiet case? Play locally against our resident inspector, a practice rival with impeccable manners.
The mini above is a simplified solo preview. Full games add scoring, letter ownership, and turn-by-turn play.
An invitation, discreetly delivered
The next case
has your name on it.
Be there when Alibis & Ink arrives. Join the casebook for launch announcements, occasional promotions, and exclusive extras.
Save your place.
A few particulars
Where will I be able to play?
Alibis & Ink is coming to iPhone and iPad first, with Android phones and tablets to follow. Join the launch list and we’ll let you know when it’s ready.
Can I play on my own?
Yes. Local practice pairs you with Inspector Finch, the game’s computer-controlled rival. Friend duels are played online against a person you invite.
Are there free puzzles?
The game includes 34 free puzzles. Optional themed puzzle packs are sold separately. All 34 included puzzles remain playable; chapters help you choose your next case.
What happens to my email?
The Mad Botter INC stores your signup in Resend to send the Alibis & Ink updates you request. You can unsubscribe from a campaign email or contact us to leave the list. We don’t sell your email address.