- #1 Spellatro
97% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Ian Campbell
Windows
A roguelike word game that combines Balatro with Scrabble. Power up letters and use 100+ passive abilities to defeat bosses and rack up high scores!
Why similar: Word Game 50.8%, Strategy 16.3%, Roguelike 16.3%, Deckbuilding 12.3%, Casual 2.8%
- #2 Cursed Words: The Word Game That Isn't
96% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Buried ThingsPub: Forklift Interactive
Windows
From letters to lunacy, Cursed Words is a roguelike chasing ever-stronger synergies. Start with simple words like BUY or THIS or GAME, then use game-altering combos to break the rules. Before long you’ll be ¼♖♙K5XNG the ⅗H♗4 out of these 83VK??7?!
Why similar: Word Game 40.4%, Strategy 17.7%, Roguelike 16.2%, Roguelite 12.7%, Deckbuilding 8%
- #3 OMG Words
96% matchMostly Positive79% of 84 reviews2025
Dev: Dave
Windows
Bringing roguelike mechanics to classic word games. Use relics to create powerful combos, play boons to craft your tiles and board, use your powers to defeat a host of tricky opponents.
Why similar: Word Game 44.1%, Roguelike 17.5%, Roguelite 13.5%, Deckbuilding 12.4%, Strategy 8.8%
- #4 Jargon
95% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Damon D'Amico
Windows · Mac
A word-puzzle roguelite where classic word games meet wild, rule-breaking builds.
Why similar: Word Game 26.4%, Strategy 17.1%, Roguelike 15.2%, Deckbuilding 14.6%, Roguelite 13.4%
- #5 Vowel Movements
94% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2022
Dev: LH Games Limited
Windows
In Vowel Movements you race against the clock to group words together into categories. The only catch is that each of the vowels has been replaced by a different vowel. Surely that can’t make things too difficult…
Why similar: Word Game 64.4%, Strategy 15.8%, Education 10.9%, Casual 3.4%, Indie 2.9%
- #6 Func Key
94% matchNo user reviews
Dev: One Bit Bean
Windows
Deck out your keyboard with powerful upgrades in this roguelike word-builder. Snap on keycaps to buff entire rows or columns, install "broken" function keys, and pick your projects as you rise from a lowly intern to a corporate legend.
Why similar: Word Game 49.1%, Roguelike 16%, Strategy 14.7%, Deckbuilding 13.4%, Choices Matter 2.8%
- #7 Grid Words
93% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2022
Dev: LH Games Limited
Windows
The next generation of word games has arrived…
Why similar: Word Game 58%, Strategy 19.9%, Education 12.3%, Indie 3.7%, Casual 3.1%
- #8 Clueless Crosswords
92% match5 user reviews80% of 5 reviews2023
Dev: LH Games Limited
Windows
Are you smart enough to be completely clueless...?
Why similar: Word Game 45.9%, Strategy 22.2%, Education 21%, Casual 4.7%, 2D 3.6%
- #9 Known as Puca
91% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2025
Dev: WolumAldehyde
Windows
Knwon as Puca is an auto-battle roguelikes game that requires strategy and planning. Collect and efficiently strengthen the naughty fairies Puca and correct Puca's inclination towards bad spirits and uncover their secrets.
Why similar: Word Game 43.2%, Strategy 20.2%, Roguelike 16.8%, Roguelite 10.9%, Deckbuilding 5.2%
- #10 Hina-chan's Sticker Survival
91% matchPositive95% of 44 reviews2024
Dev: ISY
Windows
Hina-chan's phone has broken and can't text or make calls! Use stickers to keep her friends fooled so they don't find out!
Why similar: Word Game 56.3%, Roguelike 18.4%, Deckbuilding 15.3%, Choices Matter 3.7%, Casual 3.1%
- #11 Letterlike
90% matchVery Positive96% of 52 reviews2025
Dev: Puzzlelike Studios
Windows
Letterlike is a challenging roguelike word game that's all about collecting cards, upgrading words, and upgrading letter tiles to make the strongest synergies and reach the highest scores!
Why similar: Word Game 42.6%, Roguelike 16.1%, Roguelite 14.3%, Strategy 12.1%, Education 8.2%
- #12 Ghostwriter's Pact
89% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Swah Games
Windows
Draft words to craft unique tales with your demon ghostwriter 👿
Why similar: Word Game 50.6%, Roguelike 16.7%, Strategy 12.3%, Roguelite 9.6%, Deckbuilding 7.8%
- #13 SHADOW PROTOCOL
89% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
Dev: TeranByte
Windows
Suit up as an elite undercover agent in Shadow Protocol, a fast-paced, word-powered spy puzzle built entirely in Python. Crack cryptic clues, complete rapid-fire missions, and outwit a global threat. Now available on Windows.
Why similar: Word Game 67.1%, Strategy 25.4%, Casual 4.6%, Indie 1.5%, Singleplayer 1.3%
- #14 Wordy Weapon
88% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2026
Dev: Andrew Amisola
Windows · Mac
Fill in the blanks to forge weapons in this madlibs roguelite RPG! Play as the Wordsmith—a mythical blacksmith who crafts mighty weapons from words. Combine adjectives and nouns, target elemental weaknesses, and trigger chain reactions to create the ultimate Wordy Weapon!
Why similar: Word Game 52.1%, Roguelite 16.9%, Deckbuilding 13.1%, Strategy 9.6%, 2D 4.3%
- #15 Verbal Beatdown
87% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2025
Dev: Rob Law
Windows
Type words to battle enemy books in this fast-paced spelling game! Unlock characters and perks to explore new strategies!
Why similar: Word Game 47.5%, Strategy 20.3%, Roguelike 15.6%, Roguelite 9.9%, Casual 2.4%
- #16 Beyond Words
86% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: MindFuel GamesPub: PQube
Windows · Linux
From the creators of GoldenEye & TimeSplitters comes Beyond Words the genre-defining fusion of roguelike strategy and word-crafting. Build powerful combos, unlock upgrades, and master a challenge where victory is spelled one letter at a time.
Why similar: Word Game 44.2%, Deckbuilding 17.9%, Roguelike 17.2%, Roguelite 9.1%, Strategy 5.5%
- #17 ROGLE
86% match8 user reviews63% of 8 reviews2023
Dev: F.L.O.G.
Windows
ROGLE is the classic game of Wordle with a mix of rogue-like elements, that increases in difficulty as you succeed. As you play, you will gain abilities that will increase your chances of finding the word while the difficulty increases and you challenge enemies that will attempt to stop you.
Why similar: Word Game 41.1%, Strategy 17.3%, Roguelike 16.4%, Education 14.8%, Casual 3.6%
- #18 Super Words
85% matchPositive100% of 13 reviews2024
Dev: G Boson Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
Super Words is a relaxing and innovative crossword puzzle game. Place and connect words on the board based on the given clues. Perfect for refreshing your mind and forgetting everything else.
Why similar: Word Game 62.3%, Strategy 15.7%, Education 13%, Casual 3.5%, 2D 2.7%
- #19 Wordatro!
84% matchVery Positive84% of 451 reviews2025
Dev: Le PouletPub: Abiding Bridge
Windows
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 3.6 hrs≥1hr: 65%
Wordatro! fuses addictive word game with thrilling roguelite strategy! Spell high-scoring words, chain massive combos, and unlock game-changing bonuses. With 50+ unique upgrades and daily challenges, endless linguistic adventures await!
Why similar: Word Game 40.9%, Roguelike 15.2%, Roguelite 13.2%, Strategy 11.4%, Deckbuilding 9.1%
- #20 Consero
84% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Kwaussie Studios
Windows · Mac
Place letter blocks, build words, collect cards, and push for the highest score. Every round is a fresh puzzle. How long can you outlast the grid?
Why similar: Word Game 59.1%, Education 20.1%, Strategy 11.8%, 2D 4.6%, Casual 2.9%
- #21 Rogue Rollout
83% matchPositive89% of 27 reviews2024
Dev: Peepod Games
Windows
Rogue Rollout is a thrilling roguelike deckbuilder where you score points in a classic dice game style, choose powerful artifacts, and face challenging obstacles as you push through endless rounds.
Why similar: Roguelike 25.2%, Deckbuilding 19.9%, Roguelite 18.2%, Strategy 17.1%, Choices Matter 10.7%
- #22 TypInc.
82% matchMostly Positive76% of 88 reviews2025
Dev: Game Game Games
Windows · Mac
Typinc. is a roguelike deckbuilding typing game. Type the paragraphs presented to you and maintain your streak to survive and win the game.
Why similar: Word Game 33.9%, Roguelike 14%, Deckbuilding 13%, Education 12.8%, Roguelite 10.6%
- #23 Scorefall
81% matchNo user reviews86% of 14 reviews2026
Dev: PatT Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Drop balls, choose upgrades, and build powerful synergies in this plinko-inspired roguelite.
Why similar: Roguelite 27.9%, Roguelike 25.7%, Strategy 19.1%, Inventory Management 8.7%, Choices Matter 5.8%
- #24 CrossAbout: Crosswords in Reverse (300★)
82% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2024
Dev: Christopher Cinq-Mars JarvisPub: Cinq-Mars Media
Windows · Mac · Linux
CrossAbout is an innovative word game in which players build crossword puzzles in reverse. Given a set of clues with several correct answers each, players strategically craft layouts of words to satisfy the puzzle and earn stars that unlock themed packs, hints, and bonus content.
Why similar: Word Game 58.7%, Education 21.1%, Strategy 11.9%, 2D 3.6%, Casual 3%
- #25 Wordlike
81% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Roadtrip Games
Windows · Mac
Wordlike is a word roguelike—make words, tune your bag of letters, and collect power-ups to beat increasingly difficult levels. If you've played Balatro, it's like Balatro with words 🔠
Why similar: Word Game 50.9%, Roguelike 17.5%, Deckbuilding 14.4%, Strategy 14%, 2D 2.1%
- #26 Super Hangman
79% matchPositive93% of 15 reviews2024
Dev: Banuza™
Windows · Mac · Linux
Super Hangman: the ultimate kids' word game! With colorful graphics and exciting challenges, it's a fun way to learn new words. Guess right, avoid the hangman, and expand your vocabulary across various topics. Let the word adventure begin!
Why similar: Word Game 69.1%, Education 23.4%, Casual 3.8%, 2D 2.8%, Singleplayer 0.9%
- #27 Scriver: A Word Game
79% matchNo user reviews
Dev: doughbody
Windows
Score points by playing words that complement your finely-curated art gallery. Come up with the right words to win over even the most challenging critics. Can you make it to the final exhibition?
Why similar: Word Game 40.4%, Roguelike 16.9%, Deckbuilding 14.6%, Strategy 11.7%, Roguelite 10.8%
- #28 Kreuzwort++
78% match6 user reviews83% of 6 reviews2025
Dev: Tobias Fuchs
Windows
Kreuzwort++ is a crossword puzzle app with over 5000 exciting puzzle grids for endless puzzle fun. Find the right words, solve tricky questions and improve your word knowledge. How many puzzles can you solve?
Why similar: Word Game 86.6%, 2D 5.8%, Casual 5.8%, Singleplayer 1.8%
- #29 Highrise Heroes: Word Challenge
80% matchVery Positive88% of 132 reviews2016
Dev: Fallen Tree Games Ltd
Windows
Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 5.8 hrs≥1hr: 96%
A towering word-game and mystery-story mash-up!
Why similar: Word Game 67.8%, Strategy 27.9%, Indie 4.3%
- #30 字得其乐WordJoy
76% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: chunq
Windows
Build Chinese characters to control the board. WordJoy is a tactical strategy game where Chinese character components become your pieces. Combine radicals to form real characters, flip tiles, trigger abilities, and outplay your opponent.
Why similar: Word Game 45.9%, Strategy 19.6%, Roguelike 15.9%, Education 9.3%, Deckbuilding 4.2%
- #31 balls
75% matchNo user reviews
Dev: brown shark games
Windows · Linux
A chain-reaction deck-building game in which you build the perfect combo machine to achieve the highest-scoring explosion chains.
Why similar: Roguelike 29.6%, Strategy 22.3%, Deckbuilding 17.4%, Roguelite 15.2%, Casual 7.3%
- #32 Margot's Word Brain
78% match9 user reviews44% of 9 reviews2018
Dev: Slam Productions LtdPub: Funbox Media Ltd
Windows
Meet Margot, the queen of word play. Margot has devised a set of fiendish wordbased puzzles to test your vocabulary, spelling and general language skills. No two games will ever be the same as you pit your wits against the clock to create words from random letters in order to maximise your score.
Why similar: Word Game 64.2%, Education 24.9%, Casual 6.1%, Indie 4.8%
- #33 ラビィとパネルでしりとり
74% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2025
Dev: LabyLab
Windows
Play picture word chain with Laby, the knowledgeable robot! Fun for one player or two!
Why similar: Word Game 71.2%, Education 15.9%, 2D 6.3%, Casual 5.8%, Singleplayer 0.9%
- #34 Let's Learn Japanese: Deluxe
77% match9 user reviews78% of 9 reviews2021
Dev: GZ Storm
Windows
Let's Learn Japanese: Deluxe is a language learning game that helps teach Japanese. Learn Hiragana and Katakana, Kanji, and 1700+ common words using Quiz, Flashcard, and Review mode. It also includes spoken pronunciation and stroke order!
Why similar: Word Game 62.8%, Education 30.1%, Casual 4.3%, Singleplayer 1.5%, Indie 1.3%
- #35 Dave's Word Game
75% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Bearwaves
Windows · Mac · Linux
A daily word game. Find words, clear rows and columns, aim for the highest score you can. A new board every day!
Why similar: Word Game 68.5%, Strategy 21.5%, 2D 5%, Casual 2.9%, Indie 1.1%
- #36 Learn Words - Use Syllables
76% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2023
Dev: Last Qubit
Windows
Learn Words - Use Syllables is an exciting mix between a word and a trivia game. Words are split into colorful syllables and you have to put them back together as fast as possible. More than 100 levels with 8 Languages to learn.
Why similar: Word Game 61.1%, Education 27.2%, 2D 5.4%, Casual 4.1%, Indie 1.2%
- #37 Watchword
73% matchPositive94% of 31 reviews2025
Dev: Big Quail Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Watchword is the anagram roguelike. Strategically spell real and made-up words while using magical rule-bending books to score massively satisfying combos. Build your deck of letter tiles and find synergies in this endlessly re-playable twist on classic word games.
Why similar: Word Game 32.8%, Roguelike 16.2%, Deckbuilding 14.5%, Roguelite 13.1%, Strategy 10.5%
- #38 DUD Bounce World
74% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Bad Ideas Digital
Windows
A satisfying roguelike where a DUD logo bounces around the edge of the screen, activating special tiles to score larger and larger points. Create powerful builds and synergies to maximise your score and break the game in crazy ways.
Why similar: Roguelike 32%, Roguelite 27.7%, Strategy 24.1%, Casual 8%, 2D 6.8%
- #39 Гвалт
71% matchVery Positive94% of 146 reviews2025
Dev: maxter
Windows
Collect words, find powerful combinations of boosters, and achieve the highest score! In this dynamic word game, you will find dozens of artifacts, unusual upgrades, and colorful characters who are ready to raise a ruckus!
Why similar: Word Game 55.8%, Roguelike 18.7%, Deckbuilding 8.6%, Education 7.1%, 2D 4.1%
- #40 Dicey Words
72% matchPositive94% of 16 reviews2025
Dev: _Taralis
Windows
The wordy roguelike. Dicey Words is a clever dice-based word builder where you roll letters, reroll like Yahtzee, and craft five-letter words for big points. Earn powerful badges that twist the rules, boost your score, and transform each run into a strategic puzzle.
Why similar: Word Game 42.3%, Roguelike 15.2%, Roguelite 14.1%, Deckbuilding 12.2%, Strategy 9.7%
- #41 Synonymy
77% matchMixed51% of 102 reviews2015
Dev: Christopher Cinq-Mars Jarvis
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Synonymy is a non-profit, educational word game narrated by Richard Dawkins where players are challenged to find a path between random words through their network of synonyms. By taking the synonym of a word, and then a synonym of that synonym, and so on, you can ultimately arrive at any other word in a language.
Why similar: Word Game 63.7%, Education 21.1%, Strategy 10.9%, Casual 3%, Singleplayer 1.4%
- #42 My Alphabet
73% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: Tosgo
Windows
A casual and relaxing roguelike game where you can use words, symbols, emojis, or images to customize monsters, characters, weapons, bullets, and battle maps, ultimately creating your own game.
Why similar: Word Game 42.4%, Roguelite 15.5%, Roguelike 14.4%, Deckbuilding 10.7%, Strategy 10.6%
- #43 Wordforge: Silent Letters
72% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Les Ganton
Windows
A word-building dungeon game where every decision matters. Forge words to survive, explore dangerous halls, and awaken silent letters to gain powerful score and health bonuses.
Why similar: Word Game 60.6%, Roguelite 16.5%, Strategy 15.3%, Roguelike 4.2%, 2D 2.4%
- #44 Looxi
73% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: Whivio Studios
Windows
Find words, score points, beat the clock! Looxi challenges your word-hunting skills across 120 unique stages and endless quick play. With fast 2-minute rounds, it's perfect for short breaks or marathon sessions. Can you find the highest-scoring words before time runs out?
Why similar: Word Game 73.7%, Strategy 17.7%, Casual 4.1%, 2D 3.1%, Singleplayer 1.4%
- #45 Foreign Orc
70% match9 user reviews67% of 9 reviews2025
Dev: Montray Studios
Windows · Mac
Learn a language while whacking rogues in a foreign land! Read, decide, and strike before time runs out. Improve your vocabulary through gameplay instead of flashcards and choose between multiple languages and categories.
Why similar: Word Game 66.7%, Education 22.9%, 2D 5.3%, Casual 3.6%, Indie 1%
- #46 Lexis
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Gato Grande
Windows
Find hidden words using unique researchers with different skills that test your strategy. English only.
Why similar: Word Game 61.8%, Deckbuilding 15.2%, Education 10.9%, Strategy 6.9%, Casual 3%
- #47 Combo Fun Garden
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Jaderice
Windows
Combo Fun Garden is a strategic placement game with card-building elements. Place pieces on the board to create combos, trigger chain reactions, and achieve daily targets. Face weather challenges, create massive combo chains, and take on harder challenges.
Why similar: Roguelite 28.2%, Strategy 24.2%, Roguelike 23.8%, Deckbuilding 13%, 2D 5.1%
- #48 Stack Match
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: day_dream
Windows
Stack Match is a Roguelike deck-building game centered around card stacking mechanics.
Why similar: Roguelite 28.3%, Strategy 24.5%, Roguelike 23.6%, Deckbuilding 17.4%, Casual 3.9%
- #49 Marble Madness
69% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2024
Dev: WhiteOrange
Windows
Marble Madness is a tense and exciting pinball card building game. Using pinball collision as the main gameplay, supplemented by card construction, each game has a different experience, so experience the exhilaration of each collision.
Why similar: Strategy 33.3%, Roguelike 28.6%, Deckbuilding 21.1%, Casual 7.1%, 2D 6.7%
- #50 World's Goodest Pup
66% matchPositive94% of 18 reviews2026
Dev: Pandamander, LLC
Windows · Mac
A cozy roguelike deckbuilder where you enter dog shows! Collect new tricks, decorate your pet resort, unlock breeds, and accessorize at shops as you make your way to the top dog podium. Fluffy, heartwarming runs await!
Why similar: Roguelite 27%, Deckbuilding 23.2%, Strategy 23%, Roguelike 21.9%, 2D 4.1%
- #51 Wyrm Words
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Connor Carpenter
Windows
Wyrm Words is a deck building word puzzle rougelike. Use your words to fight fantasy creatures with unique abilities. Search for treasures that change the game. Cast spells to protect yourself and devastate your opponents.
Why similar: Word Game 48.7%, Roguelike 14.1%, Deckbuilding 10.9%, Strategy 10.5%, Roguelite 10.1%
- #52 Pathfinders: Mini Words
70% matchVery Positive86% of 51 reviews2021
Dev: Mens Sana Interactive
Windows · Mac
Help Pathfinders discover the name of day-by-day objects in English. A unique mix of logic puzzle and word search. Great for English learners.
Why similar: Word Game 71.7%, Education 25.3%, Casual 2.3%, Singleplayer 0.7%
- #53 龙魂无限斗 DragonSpiritsINFight
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Lartifa GamesPub: FHNBHJ
Windows · Mac
DragonSpiritsINFight is an idle card-building game, serving as a spin-off to Dragon Spirits: Academy Adventures. It boasts a simple interface resembling a regular program and features practical functions like a Pomodoro timer, making it the perfect way to unwind during work breaks.
Why similar: Word Game 57.1%, Strategy 22.7%, Deckbuilding 9%, Casual 4.8%, 2D 4.7%
- #54 Fortune Seller
67% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Kiwick
Windows
A gothic roguelike shopkeeping game where you sell antiques, read the tarot, and manage your inventory to survive crushing rent increases. Match strange customers with the relics they crave, unlock powerful cards, and gamble your way out of debt, one deal at a time.
Why similar: Roguelike 20.9%, Inventory Management 20.3%, Roguelite 18.6%, Strategy 17.7%, Deckbuilding 9.4%
- #55 WordKiller
71% matchNo user reviews2021
Dev: GodTalent
Windows
This is a simple, funny and fascinating game for learning ENGLISH words or CHINESE words while you are playing.
Why similar: Word Game 58.7%, Education 26.4%, Strategy 8.9%, 2D 2.5%, Casual 1.9%
- #56 Motamo
66% matchPositive91% of 11 reviews2025
Dev: Black Potion
Windows · Mac · Linux
Expand your French vocabulary by solving creative word puzzles. Drag letters, follow color-coded hints, and uncover new definitions in this relaxed, time-free word game (French-only).
Why similar: Word Game 60.2%, Education 27.1%, Casual 5.6%, 2D 5.3%, Indie 1.3%
- #57 Tomb of the Bloodletter
64% matchVery Positive92% of 96 reviews2026
Dev: Ethan's SecretionsPub: indie.io
Windows
Tomb of the Bloodletter is a strategic word roguelike where your keyboard becomes your arsenal. Use your wit to unleash deadly words through tactical combinations of your letters to defeat the denizens of this dingy tomb and claim the Bloodletter for yourself...
Why similar: Word Game 56.6%, Roguelike 13.9%, Strategy 13.5%, Deckbuilding 12.3%, 2D 2.7%
- #58 Chain Reaction
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Lawrencease
Windows
Chain Reaction is a roguelike deckbuilding game about creating chain reactions. Plan and make choice to create explosive chain reactions, achieve objectives, and score high.
Why similar: Deckbuilding 26.3%, Roguelite 24.1%, Strategy 24.1%, Roguelike 19.4%, Casual 3.9%
- #59 KanjiMemory
69% matchNo user reviews2024
Dev: Pixelphoot
Windows
Increase your grasp of Japanese kanji character readings by playing rounds of classic Memory game where you try to find and match kanji and their readings.
Why similar: Word Game 67.4%, Education 22.8%, Casual 4.1%, 2D 3.3%, Singleplayer 1.2%
- #60 Dice Showdown
66% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: D-Nanoknife
Windows
Round-based games and Roguelike games are seamlessly integrated, offering a gaming experience where luck and strategy coexist! In your adventure, create a unique skill set, confront various enemies, discover powerful devices, and this world awaits your salvation!
Why similar: Roguelike 27.3%, Strategy 23%, Deckbuilding 21.6%, Roguelite 19.8%, 2D 3%