Word Play
Casual
Single-player
Steam Achievements
Full controller support
Adjustable Difficulty
Keyboard Only Option
Mouse Only Option
Playable without Timed Input
Save Anytime
Touch Only Option
Steam Cloud
Family Sharing

Spell words, pick perks, score points, and survive until the end. Every round is different. How far can you make it?

Developers: Game Maker's Toolkit
Publishers: Game Maker's Toolkit
Release Date: Jul 14, 2025
Price (USD): $7.99
Current Players: 149

Links:  Steam Store  SteamDB

Very Positive(99%)
addictive gameplay
strategic depth
accessibility features
unique experience
great value
audio elements
simple presentation
blend of challenges
Balatro comparison
visual appeal
meta-progression
art style
bugs and crashes
The general sentiment of the reviews is highly positive, with players praising the addictive gameplay and strategic depth provided by the combination of word-based challenges and roguelike elements. However, there are some criticisms regarding the art style and lack of meta-progression. The game is seen as an excellent value for its price, though audio elements receive mixed feedback. Overall, it is seen as an engaging and unique experience, especially praised by fans of both Scrabble and Balatro.

Positive Points

  • Many players find the game highly addictive and enjoyable, praising its ability to blend word-based gameplay with roguelike elements.
  • The game's mechanics are well-received, with players appreciating the strategic depth and variety of perks and modifiers.
  • The interface and accessibility features, including options for dyslexic fonts and easy mode, are positively mentioned, making the game welcoming for a wide audience.
  • The game's combination of Scrabble and Balatro appeals to fans of both, providing a unique gaming experience.
  • Players appreciate the affordable price point, considering it great value for the gameplay offered.
  • Negative Points

  • Some players criticize the art style, finding it visually unappealing or generic.
  • The game's depth is questioned by some, who feel it lacks meta-progression or extensive replayability compared to other roguelikes.
  • A few players note bugs and crashes, which detract from the overall experience.
  • Certain perk and upgrade systems are seen as lacking cohesion or synergy.
  • Mixed Points

  • The audio, including music and sound effects, receives mixed feedback, with some finding it enjoyable and others considering it unpolished or irritating.
  • The game's simplicity in presentation versus its depth is debated, as some find it charming while others see it as too basic.
  • Common Themes

  • The blend of wordplay and strategic elements is a recurring theme in the reviews, with many appreciating how the game challenges both vocabulary and strategic thinking.
  • References to mobile potential are common, with several players expressing a desire for a mobile version.
  • Balatro and Scrabble comparisons are frequently mentioned, highlighting how the game successfully merges these two styles.
  • Updated 7/16/2025, 12:01:14 AM UTC