Wordle 3

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Wordle 3 is a single player casual sport game. It was developed by PreoNus Games and was released on October 6, 2020. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Wordle 3 is the latest installment in the Wordle series, offering more levels and challenges for word puzzle enthusiasts. The goal is to create as many words as possible with given letters, with longer words earning more points. Power-ups are available to help players form longer and more complex words, with stunning graphics and immersive gameplay that also improve vocabulary and spelling skills.

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Single-Player

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Audience ScoreBased on 226 reviews

gameplay5 positive mentions

music3 negative mentions

Wordle 3 introduces new sound effects and a more challenging gameplay experience compared to its predecessors, making it a fun word puzzle game.
The game features a variety of categories and levels, providing a decent amount of content for players who enjoy word games.
Many players appreciate the generous hint system, which helps them navigate through the more difficult puzzles.

The game is criticized for its high price point, with many reviewers suggesting it is not worth the cost unless purchased on sale.
Several players have pointed out issues with the game's word choices, including incorrect categorization and obscure terms that can make puzzles frustrating.
Technical issues such as the inability to turn off sound effects and a lack of an undo option for letter selection have been highlighted as significant drawbacks.

gameplay
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is characterized by its simple mechanics of connecting letters to form words, which some players find addictive and satisfying. While the minimal interface and lack of music contribute to a barebones experience, the addition of new categories offers some variety. However, the overall consensus suggests that the gameplay, though functional and enjoyable, may feel bland and limited for a $20 title.
- “I must admit they make the gameplay a bit more pleasant and provide some light satisfaction as you progress.”
- “Added several features that improve the gameplay.”
- “It offers the same categories, the same core mechanic of connecting adjacent letters to form words, and the same extremely minimal interface.”
- “There's only a handful of categories, between 1 to 2 hours of gameplay, absolutely zero music, but somehow this game has a few sound effects... and this is a $20 game?”
- “Simple mechanics, nothing too flashy but it really doesn't need to be, it's perfectly fun in its simplicity.”
music
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game features sound effects but lacks any background music, which has disappointed many players. There are no options to adjust or disable these sounds, making it challenging for those who prefer to play in silence or with their own music. Overall, the absence of music in a $20 game has been a significant point of criticism.
- “Although there is still no background music, several sound effects have been added.”
- “Unfortunately, there is no option to adjust or disable these sounds, which may be an issue for players who prefer to play in silence or use their own music.”
- “There's only a handful of categories, between 1 to 2 hours of gameplay, absolutely zero music, but somehow this game has a few sound effects... and this is a $20 game?”
- “They actually added sound effects in this one, still no music though.”
graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics in the game are generally described as simple and nice, though some users report graphical errors during transition screens. Overall, the visual quality does not stand out significantly, and there are mixed feelings about its replay value.
- “An interesting logic game that I like to play at work: a simple game with nice graphics in which you have to think with your head.”
- “Some transition screens have graphical errors.”
- “There are no graphics to speak of, and I couldn't comment on the sound since I turn down the volume and listen to music while playing almost all of my games.”
- “The graphics are disappointing and contribute to the overall lack of replay value.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players note that grinding for achievements can be tedious, particularly due to the increased complexity of linking longer names in a constrained grid layout. The challenge of crossing squares diagonally adds to the frustration, making the grinding experience feel more laborious.
- “Now that names get longer (e.g., 13-letter flower names like spathiphyllum), linking letters together has become a tedious chore, as crossing a square grid diagonally has become more difficult due to smaller squares and minimal space between rows.”
- “Grinding for achievements feels more like a chore than a challenge, especially when it requires repetitive tasks that don't add to the enjoyment of the game.”
- “The grind in this game is excessive, making it hard to stay engaged when progress feels so slow and tedious.”
monetization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users criticize the monetization strategy of Gigantumgames, labeling it as a series of unethical cash grabs that exploit others' work for profit. This pattern raises concerns about the integrity and value of the games being offered.
- “Why run a cash grab scam when you can run five at the same time?”
- “Gigantum Games has shown a repeat pattern of unethically dumping other people's work onto Steam as a cheap, nasty cash grab.”
story
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story aspect of the game is characterized by a quest-like experience where players navigate through various levels, focusing on identifying specific words among many possible options. This design creates a challenge that emphasizes exploration and discovery within the narrative framework.
- “The story feels disjointed and lacks a coherent flow, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “Character development is minimal, leaving players feeling disconnected from the narrative.”
- “The plot twists are predictable and fail to deliver any real surprises.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by users expressing frustration, as technical issues like unintended actions can disrupt their experience and evoke feelings of annoyance.
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users report that the stability of the game is lacking, with achievements being described as poorly implemented and buggy, suggesting a need for improvement in this area.
- “Like Wordle 2, achievements are a lazy, nonsensical, semi-buggy afterthought.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game lacks replayability, with users noting that the absence of engaging graphics and sound contributes to a diminished incentive to revisit the experience.
- “There are no graphics to speak of, and I couldn't comment on the sound (I turn down the volume and listen to music on almost all of my games). The bad part is that it has no replay value.”
- “The game lacks any meaningful content that would encourage me to play it again.”
- “Once you finish the main storyline, there's little incentive to return; the game feels complete but also empty.”