Wheel of Fame - Guess words | Game Brain

About

"Wheel of Fame - Guess Words" is a casual, single-player game where players discover hidden words in a wheel of luck to increase their fame score. The game features a fun and engaging word-guessing mechanic. However, be prepared for occasional interruptions from ads. The goal is to find as many hidden words as possible and climb up the fame leaderboard. The game provides a great way to exercise vocabulary and have fun at the same time.

Genres & Tags

Casual

Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

78%

Audience ScoreBased on 660 reviews

graphics5 positive mentions

monetization26 negative mentions

The game is fun and entertaining, providing a good challenge and keeping the mind engaged.
Graphics are cute and reminiscent of the original Wheel of Fortune, making it visually appealing.
Players enjoy the ability to customize their avatars and the overall gameplay experience.

The game suffers from excessive ads that interrupt gameplay, making it frustrating for users.
Many puzzles contain misspellings or incorrect answers, leading to confusion and dissatisfaction.
Gameplay is often slow, with long wait times between turns and a lack of multiplayer options.

monetization
27 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
11%
96%
The monetization strategy of the game heavily relies on intrusive ads, which many players find disruptive and frustrating, often interrupting gameplay and diminishing the overall experience. While some users appreciate the option to pay for an ad-free experience, others report that ads persist even after payment, leading to dissatisfaction. Overall, the consensus is that excessive and poorly timed ads significantly detract from the game's enjoyment.
- “I appreciate that the game offers a fair monetization model, allowing me to enjoy the experience without being bombarded by ads.”
- “The option to pay for an ad-free experience is a great feature, making it easy to support the developers while enjoying uninterrupted gameplay.”
- “I love that I can choose to make in-game purchases without feeling pressured; it feels balanced and respectful of my gaming experience.”
- “A great little game...but the ads kill it.”
- “The duration of most ads are quite short but there are some long ads and the frequency of them is very annoying.”
- “Paid to remove ads, still had ads shoved down my throat.”
graphics
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
38%
23%
The graphics of the game are generally well-received, with many users appreciating their cute and nostalgic style reminiscent of classic titles like Parappa the Rapper. While some players note that the graphics could be improved and are somewhat dated, the overall visual presentation is considered enjoyable and complements the fun gameplay and puzzles.
- “The graphics are cute - reminds me of Parappa the Rapper.”
- “Good graphics and effects.”
- “I love this game, pleasing graphics.”
- “Cheap graphics and you can't customize your avatar, but it's fun regardless.”
- “I miss the older one, better graphics.”
- “Could have better graphics and less ads.”
humor
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is characterized by its lighthearted and cartoonish style, featuring amusing animations and corny moments that elicit giggles. Players find the comedic elements, such as avatars' exaggerated reactions to setbacks, to be entertaining and addictive, contributing to an overall enjoyable experience.
- “This funny little cartoon game of the real show is exactly what I needed for easy, laid-back fun. It's corny and makes me giggle.”
- “It's humorous how the avatars frown with disappointment when they lose a turn or go bankrupt.”
- “Entertaining, funny, and addictive.”
gameplay
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
33%
50%
The gameplay has been criticized for its slow pace, leading to a lack of excitement and engagement, reminiscent of older gaming experiences. Additionally, technical issues like pop-ups disrupt the experience, and there are concerns regarding the representation of female avatars. Overall, while some users find the gameplay acceptable, many express a desire for improvements in speed and inclusivity.
- “The gameplay, however, does not have the excitement that one would expect; it is comparable to the Nintendo Entertainment System version from over 30 years ago.”
- “I found the game to be okay, but I couldn't engage much with the gameplay due to its slow pace, which makes the game unappealing.”
- “There are pop-ups during gameplay that mess up attempts to spin or solve puzzles.”
stability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game suffers from significant stability issues, with frequent freezes and glitches that disrupt gameplay, particularly when attempting to use wild cards or watch ads. Players report losing progress and money due to these interruptions, leading to frustration and a diminished overall experience.
- “It's a fun game, but every time I try to use a wild card or watch a video to get one, it freezes and won't let me click on anything besides the home button, which makes me start a whole new game.”
- “It's okay, I was quite enjoying it until one advert kept appearing and froze the game, causing me to lose the money from all rounds, usually when I get over £1000. I have to stop and restart the game, and I'm bored with having to do that now.”
- “I press play, and the game closes. I press to put my name, and the game stops, freezing with glitches.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
100%
The music aspect of the game features a puzzle centered around identifying a song and artist, specifically highlighting "Gangsta's Paradise" by Coolio. However, players have expressed frustration regarding the lack of punctuation options in the letter selection, which complicates the puzzle-solving experience.
- “I knew the answer to that song and singer puzzle just now; I've got the CD right in front of me. It was 'Gangsta's Paradise' by Coolio. At the end of 'Gangsta's', there is a weather-related letter in the alphabet. Finally, when they show you letters to pick from, they don't give you any commas or periods to choose from, so where did that comma come from?”
- “One of the puzzles was a song and the artist.”
- “I knew the answer to that song and singer puzzle just now; I've got the CD right in front of me. It was 'Gangsta's Paradise' by Coolio. At the end of 'Gangsta's', there is a weather every letter in the alphabet. Finally, when they're showing you letters to pick from, they don't give you any commas or periods or anything like that to choose from, so where the hell did that comma come from?”