Wordament® by Microsoft

76%
Game Brain Score Based on 9,393 reviews
  • monetization
  • stability
  • graphics
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Wordament® by Microsoft is a free, casual word search puzzle game that offers wonderful game mechanics, but can be marred by numerous ads, bugs, and a grinding system that may emotionally affect some players. Despite its drawbacks, the game promotes vocabulary building and provides a platform for friendly competition.

  • Phone
  • Android
  • Mobile Platform
  • Tablet
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Reviews

76%
Audience ScoreBased on 9,393 reviews
graphics23 positive mentions
monetization561 negative mentions
  • The game is fun and challenging, providing a good mental workout.
  • The daily challenges add variety and keep the gameplay interesting.
  • The game has a clean interface and is easy to navigate.
  • The recent update has introduced excessive ads that disrupt gameplay.
  • Many users are experiencing issues with cloud sync, resulting in lost progress.
  • The new interface is cluttered and less intuitive compared to the original version.
  • monetization578 mentions

    The monetization aspect of the game has drawn significant criticism from users, primarily due to the overwhelming presence of intrusive and lengthy ads that disrupt gameplay. Many players express frustration over the inability to purchase an ad-free version, as the only option is a costly subscription model. While some users find the ads manageable or unobtrusive, the general consensus is that the aggressive advertising strategy detracts from the overall gaming experience, leading to a decline in enjoyment and satisfaction.

    • “Even the yearly subscription for $9.99 is a steal to have no ads and get bonuses.”
    • “There are no ads, so you can play without interruption.”
    • “Best skill game, no ads, clean game.”
    • “The ads are appalling: there aren't many, but when they appear, watch out!”
    • “The game is great, but they let the ads deliberately annoy you; they come on but do not go away, no matter how many times you try to play when they finish, they block the game.”
    • “It's preposterous to make someone get a monthly/yearly subscription to remove ads.”
  • stability89 mentions

    The game suffers from significant stability issues, with frequent freezing and glitches reported across various devices, particularly on Android. Many users experience interruptions during gameplay, such as the app freezing at critical moments or failing to load properly, which detracts from the overall enjoyment. While some players report a smooth experience, the overwhelming consensus highlights the need for urgent fixes to address these persistent bugs.

    • “Works great, no glitches.”
    • “No glitches or problems.”
    • “No glitches or shutdown.”
    • “I dig this game a lot, but sometimes it glitches and stops counting points, or gets stuck in a level and won't let me out.”
    • “The app constantly freezes and I had to close the app every time I finished a game.”
    • “The game freezes constantly and menu screen graphics aren't always visible.”
  • graphics86 mentions

    The graphics of the game have received overwhelmingly negative feedback, with many users describing them as cheap, messy, and juvenile compared to the previous sleek and minimalistic design. The new visuals are criticized for being distracting and contributing to laggy gameplay, making the game feel unresponsive and less enjoyable. While a few users appreciate the updated graphics, the consensus leans towards a desire for the option to revert to the original aesthetic that better complemented the gameplay.

    • “The old art style was sleek, minimalistic, and lent itself perfectly to the gameplay, creating a focused experience.”
    • “Graphics are nice and gameplay is very smooth.”
    • “Amazing use of graphics and smooth looking gameplay.”
    • “Graphics feel cheap, messy, juvenile.”
    • “The graphics are now from the 90s.”
    • “The graphics are terrible; the board looks awful.”
  • gameplay76 mentions

    Overall, the gameplay has received mixed reviews, with many users expressing frustration over significant lag, clunky mechanics, and intrusive ads that disrupt the experience. While some appreciate the new gameplay modes and find the core mechanics enjoyable, others feel that the recent updates have detracted from the game's original simplicity and smoothness, leading to a less engaging experience. Despite these criticisms, there are still players who enjoy the gameplay and find it addictive, highlighting a divide in user satisfaction.

    • “An engaging word puzzle game with a sleek design and addictive gameplay.”
    • “Gameplay is both relaxing and fun mixed in with a well-paced increase in challenge.”
    • “Simple yet addictive gameplay, nice interface.”
    • “What's the point of garbage new features if it makes the core gameplay a clunky, unresponsive, jarring mess?”
    • “The core gameplay is there, but everything about it has become obnoxious; the visuals, sounds, UI, ads, etc.”
    • “Now it's a sort of arcade game with an awful interface and gameplay is a nightmare.”
  • music61 mentions

    The music in the game has received overwhelmingly negative feedback, with many users finding it distracting, annoying, and difficult to control. Players report that the music often plays at full volume despite being turned off in settings, disrupting their experience, especially when trying to listen to other audio. While a few users appreciate the relaxing background music, the majority express a desire for the option to completely disable it without interference from ads or sound effects.

    • “Fun game with intuitive controls and relaxing background music.”
    • “I love the theme music and sounds too.”
    • “Really enjoyable background music in best Windows XP style.”
    • “The background music along with sound and visual effects are far too distracting and border on annoying.”
    • “My issue with this game is that even though I have the music and sound effects turned off, it will still play the music and sound effects at full blast.”
    • “Annoying ads, slow animations, frequently plays background music and sounds even though these are disabled in the settings.”
  • optimization30 mentions

    Overall, the optimization of the game has received mixed reviews, with many users reporting significant performance issues such as sluggishness, stuttering, and freezing, particularly after recent updates. While some players have noted improvements and smoother performance on certain devices, the general consensus is that the game still requires further optimization to enhance the user experience and address the frustrations caused by its current state.

    • “There's still room for performance improvement, but the major update added a bunch of things that were missing in the original, like offline play.”
    • “The performance is now better, and they've given us the ability to turn off the annoying messages when making words, so it's definitely a step in the right direction.”
    • “Used to have issues with performance, but most have been fixed.”
    • “And the performance is awful.”
    • “They compromised on performance and that is a poor decision.”
    • “This is a terrible port riddled with stuttering, freezing, and overall clunkiness.”
  • grinding10 mentions

    Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and repetitive, especially in later levels where they are forced to create simple, low-scoring words. While some enjoy the achievement aspect, many express frustration with the slow pace and the prevalence of unskippable ads, leading to a decline in overall enjoyment. Overall, the grinding experience is seen as a significant drawback that detracts from the game's potential.

    • “It is not tedious like some games that require you to come up with a ridiculous number of words.”
    • “The grinding feels rewarding and keeps me engaged without becoming a chore.”
    • “I appreciate how the grind is balanced, allowing for progress without feeling overwhelming.”
    • “Ok but gets tedious in later levels where you are left trying to rack up points with three letter 'words' like aah, ays, edh, dah, zas... audio has a bug.”
    • “I wish the puzzles were more challenging than tedious, though.”
    • “Quickly becomes tedious.”
  • story10 mentions

    The game's story mode has received mixed reviews, with some players finding it boring and lacking depth, while others appreciate the daily challenges and the fresh take it offers. While the classic mode remains intact, the absence of certain features from the PC version has disappointed some users. Overall, the story aspect seems to be a hit or miss, with varying opinions on its engagement and enjoyment.

    • “Definitely encourages players with challenges and a 'story mode.'”
    • “Story mode makes it new again.”
    • “The daily challenge and single player story are both nice alternatives to have, and the classic mode is still intact, so what's the problem?”
    • “Story mode is laughably boring.”
    • “Story mode is boring.”
    • “The quest section is boring and you can't look at the leaderboards and see your total score like you could before the update.”
  • emotional9 mentions

    The emotional responses to the game are mixed, with some players expressing deep disappointment and heartbreak over certain aspects, while others appreciate the wholesome and community-oriented elements that enhance their experience. Additionally, frustrations with intrusive ads detract from the overall enjoyment, overshadowing the positive emotional connections some users feel.

    • “It's heartbreaking, so I won't be playing anymore.”
    • “That was really a nice touch in the original game and made me feel like part of an international community.”
    • “Its fab... awesome... I really don't have words for it... made me feel like a dictionary everywhere... and really helped me to improve my vocabulary... ♥♡;-)”
  • humor5 mentions

    The humor in the game is widely praised, with users finding it both hilarious and entertaining, often highlighting the comedic portrayal of incompetence, particularly in relation to Microsoft. Overall, the humor adds a fun and enjoyable layer to the gaming experience.

    • “It would be sad if it weren't so funny.”
    • “Hilariously fun!”
    • “Very funny”
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