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Word Game Unveiled: 'Letterlike' Combines Balatro with Scrabble Elements

by Nova Jan 18,2025

Word Game Unveiled:

Wordsmiths, rejoice! A new roguelike word game, Letterlike, is here, blending the best of Balatro and Scrabble. Prepare for a unique mix of vocabulary and unpredictable roguelike elements – a truly novel combination!

Crafting Words in Letterlike

Letterlike's roguelike nature means each playthrough offers a fresh set of letters and procedurally generated challenges. The possibilities, and the victories, are endless.

Each game begins with a letter pool. Your mission: create words, score points, and conquer levels. Each level features three rounds.

To progress, you must achieve a target score by forming high-scoring words, similar to Scrabble. However, you only have five attempts (lives) per round, so strategy is key.

Stuck with unhelpful letters? Don't despair! You can discard some, but discards are limited, demanding careful selection.

A handy rearrange mode allows you to drag, drop, and shuffle letters to your advantage.

Letterlike's final round introduces a twist: a special ability renders certain letters worthless, scoring zero points.

Earned points and rewards unlock helpful items to enhance your gameplay. Some buffs are automatic, while others require reaching specific levels. Collected gems unlock powerful upgrades, simplifying future runs.

Ready to Play?

Letterlike offers simple, minimalist gameplay with a surprisingly addictive quality. Share your runs (and your cursed letter combinations!) with friends using shared seeds for replayability.

The game is ad-free with a one-time purchase and fully playable offline. A free demo version is available, allowing you to test the waters before committing. Find Letterlike on the Google Play Store and give the demo a try.

Not a word game fan? Check out our next article covering Blizzard's Diablo Immortal Patch 3.2, "Shattered Sanctuary."

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