Word x Word (2022)
- Developer
- Ben Hendel-Doying
- Publisher
- benmakesgames.com
- Platforms
- Windows, Linux
- Genres
- Casual, Indie, Strategy
- Rating
- 4.0 of 5, 5 player ratings
- Typical playtime
- about 1.4 hours
- Where to get it
- Steam
How it feels
A fast-paced, word-hunting duel that feels like a playful game show where you race to spot connections under friendly pressure.
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What players say
Players describe it as a fun blend of word game formats like Battleships, hangman, and Wheel of Fortune. There is a split: some find the CPU beatable with practice, while others say it is too fast and recommend playing against people. Long-time players report the developer ignored a crash bug and abandoned support.
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