Dicey Words

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Dicey Words is a single player casual strategy game. It was developed by _Taralis and was released on August 4, 2025. It received very positive reviews from players.

The ultimate word-based roguelike. Dicey Words is a dice-based word-building roguelike where strategy, vocabulary, and a little luck collide. Spelling words isn’t always enough! Roll letter dice, lock and reroll like Yahtzee, and craft five-letter words for big points. Every decision matters—what letters you keep, what words you build, and how you use the powerfu…

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94%

Audience ScoreBased on 16 reviews

graphics3 positive mentions

replayability3 negative mentions

Addictive gameplay with a unique blend of word-making and roguelike elements, providing a fresh experience.
The game offers a variety of badges and strategic choices, enhancing replay value and keeping gameplay engaging.
Intuitive interface and clean design make it easy to pick up, while still providing depth and challenge for players.

Some players have reported issues with difficulty scaling, finding it hard to progress past certain levels.
The game may not appeal to those who prefer traditional word games, as it incorporates roguelike mechanics that can be polarizing.
A few users noted that the game can feel overwhelming or chaotic at times, which might detract from the experience for some.

replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players appreciate the game's variety in modifications and choices, which contribute to its replayability, even for those who may not typically enjoy the genre.
- “Personally, it's not my genre of game choice; however, after picking it up, I have enjoyed my time playing it. There is good variety with the modifications and choices, which will allow for replay value.”
- “Personally, not my genre of game choice; however, after picking it up, I have enjoyed my time playing it. There is good variety with the modifications and choices, which will allow for replay value.”
- “The game lacks significant changes in gameplay on subsequent playthroughs, making it feel repetitive after the first run.”
- “While the initial experience was enjoyable, I found that there wasn't enough content to keep me coming back for more.”
graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The graphics of the game are praised for their solid design, featuring a stylish future funk aesthetic that enhances the overall visual appeal.
- “A solid deckbuilder with a neat future funk aesthetic.”
- “The graphics are stunning, bringing the vibrant world to life.”
- “The art style is unique and captivating, making every scene a visual treat.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players express a strong aversion to "grinding" in games, particularly those who enjoy puzzle genres, indicating that excessive repetitive tasks can detract from their overall enjoyment and engagement.
- “I'm a huge puzzle fan, but I can't play 'grindy' games.”
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music in the game is highly praised for its catchiness, enhancing the addictive gameplay and contributing to the overall enjoyment of fun boss battles.
- “Addictive gameplay, catchy music, fun boss battles.”
gameplay
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The gameplay is highly addictive, featuring engaging mechanics complemented by catchy music and enjoyable boss battles that enhance the overall experience.
- “Addictive gameplay, catchy music, and fun boss battles.”