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Word Play (2025)

Word Play cover
Developer
Game Maker's Toolkit
Platforms
Windows, macOS
Genres
Casual
Rating
4.5 of 5, 1,022 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 4.8 hours
Where to get it
Steam

How it feels

A casual word puzzle game where you make words and earn perks with a flexible, rule-changing twist.

casualpuzzlespellinglightheartedbrain teasingsimplemoderate

What players say

Players compare it to Balatro but find the deckbuilding limited and runs repetitive, with most agreeing the game feels underdeveloped and needs more content.

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Screenshots

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