Games Like Words for Evil

The grim reapers Grimm and Rose need your help to defeat a legion of monsters, ghosts, and evil bunnies using the power of words! Letter Quest Remastered is the remake of the Bacon Bandits' first game, now with an endless mode, new soundtrack, and fully animated monsters!

Why similar: Spelling 43.7% ★, Typing 30.4% ★, Word Game 24%, Casual 1%, Indie 0.9%

Why You'll Like It: This title perfectly mirrors the seed game's blend of RPG-style combat and word-based mechanics.

Spellspire is a thrilling mashup of word game and action role playing game. Pick letters from a grid to spell words and shoot them from your wand as spells. The longer the word, the bigger the blast! Can you make it to the top of the Spellspire?

Why similar: Spelling 50.8% ★, Word Game 45.7%, Indie 1.1%, RPG 1.1%, Casual 0.8%

Why You'll Like It: It features a similar climb-the-tower RPG structure where spelling words is the primary method of defeating fantasy enemies.

SAY ANYTHING in this bizarre dungeon adventure where words control everything. Fill in the blanks with text or voice to uncover lost abilities, embark on strange quests, and solve mindbending riddles. Can you conquer the crypt and uncover the mystery at the heart of CRYPTMASTER?

Why similar: Word Game 49.7%, Typing 48.7% ★, RPG 0.8%, Action 0.8%

Why You'll Like It: This dungeon crawler uses a unique typing-based input system for combat and exploration that feels like a modern evolution of word-based RPGs.

Type your way through absurd encounters and mysterious puzzles in this old-school typing dungeon crawler.

Why similar: Typing 92.7% ★, Indie 2.1%, Adventure 1.9%, Action 1.7%, RPG 1.4%

Why You'll Like It: A dungeon-crawling RPG that requires fast typing to survive encounters, capturing the same intensity as the seed game.

Epistory immerses you in an atmospheric action/adventure game where you play a girl riding a giant fox who fights an insectile corruption from an origami world. As you progress and explore this world, the story literally unfolds and the mysteries of the magic power of the words are revealed.

Why similar: Typing 93.4% ★, Adventure 2.4%, Indie 1.7%, Action 1.3%, RPG 1.2%

Why You'll Like It: An atmospheric adventure game where all actions, including combat, are performed through typing.

God of Word is an exciting twist on classic word & typing games, fusing together multiple game modes with the enchanting setting of Greek Mythology to create the ultimate word game for PC and Mac!

Why similar: Word Game 37.1%, Typing 34.4% ★, Spelling 25.2% ★, Indie 1%, Casual 0.9%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced word game that incorporates action elements and hero progression in a fantasy setting.

A fast-paced action-survival game where you fend off hordes of zombies by typing words, level up to unlock powerful items, and strategize to survive as long as possible in an ever-challenging environment.

Why similar: Word Game 52.1%, Typing 44.7% ★, Action 1.5%, RPG 1.1%, Indie 0.7%

Why You'll Like It: A roguelike RPG that forces players to type quickly to manage combat encounters and character abilities.

Dodge bullets while typing exorcisms at the very same time: Get ready for an electrifying mix between bullet hell and typing game! Turn on both sides of your brain and jump into the adventure of private exorcist Ray Bibbia!

Why similar: Typing 90.7% ★, Indie 4.3%, Action 3.4%, Pixel Graphics 1.7%

Why You'll Like It: Combines high-stakes bullet-hell action with a typing mechanic that requires intense focus and speed.

Weaponize your WPM. Glyphica: Typing Survival is a single-player roguelite horde survival typing game that lets you mow down hordes of enemies in a minimalistic arena using your finger dexterity, your choice of weapons loadout, and sheer determination.

Why similar: Typing 56.3% ★, Word Game 42.7%, Action 1%

Why You'll Like It: An action-roguelike that turns typing into a weapon against hordes of enemies, similar to the fast-paced combat of the seed game.

Purge the graveyard from the forces of Evil by using your typing skills.

Why similar: Typing 94.3% ★, Casual 2.5%, Action 1.7%, Pixel Graphics 1.6%

Why You'll Like It: A 2D arcade-style game where you must type words to defeat enemies and survive a dangerous fantasy gauntlet.

Something is wrong with the heart of magic. Play a young archivist venturing out into a dying world, cataloging its mysteries and its wonders to unearth the truth. Nanotale is the new adventure from the Typing Chronicles franchise and the spiritual successor to the acclaimed Epistory.

Why similar: Typing 94% ★, Adventure 3.1%, Indie 1.5%, RPG 1.4%

Why You'll Like It: The spiritual successor to Epistory, offering a rich fantasy world where magic is cast through typing.

Babble Royale is an intense multiplayer free-for-all that combines word-making skill with fast-paced tactical and strategic action. Earn money and collect loot to upgrade your abilities, outrun the deadly hot zone, and outwit or outlast all your opponents to have the Last Word!

Why similar: Spelling 50.6% ★, Word Game 47.1%, Casual 1.2%, Action 1.1%

Why You'll Like It: A competitive battle royale game that uses word-building mechanics to determine movement and combat effectiveness.

Spell words, pick perks, score points, and survive until the end. Every round is different. How far can you make it?

Why similar: Spelling 38.2% ★, Word Game 37.2%, Typing 23.2% ★, Casual 1.3%

Why You'll Like It: A roguelike word game that emphasizes spelling and vocabulary to overcome increasingly difficult combat scenarios.

Ever wondered what would happen if you crossed Scrabble with an RPG? Now you don't have to, because Letter Quest is here! Help Grimm and Rose, a couple of adorable grim reapers, defeat monsters, ghosts, evil bunnies and more using the power of words!

Why similar: Word Game 56.4%, Spelling 22.9% ★, Typing 16.9% ★, Casual 2%, Indie 1.5%

Why You'll Like It: The original version of the popular word-based RPG that remains a staple for fans of the genre.

Discover a new language with Terra Alia – a unique language learning experience where you can embark on a thrilling RPG adventure in the world full of magic and mysteries!

Why similar: Word Game 51.6%, Typing 45.9% ★, Adventure 1.5%, RPG 1%

Why You'll Like It: An educational RPG that integrates language learning and vocabulary building into a traditional fantasy quest.

Word game is literally a game of words. Player controls "I" to find clues between lines, delete words to change the meaning of sentences, or shift words to rewrite facts. “I” must be wise and brave enough complete the mission of words. May the best "I” win!

Why similar: RPG 34.2%, Pixel Graphics 33.1%, Adventure 32.7%

Why You'll Like It: An innovative puzzle-adventure where words are the environment itself, offering a unique take on the genre.

Become a spelling ace or just beat the highest score in this arcade spelling contest. The challenge is ON! 8 letters, up to 100 words and 120 seconds to spell them out. Compete against other players via leaderboards and become real Ace Of Words.

Why similar: Word Game 92.3%, Casual 4.2%, Indie 3.5%

Why You'll Like It: A casual word game that shares the same accessible, puzzle-focused DNA as the seed game.

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 56.8%, Spelling 41.9% ★, Indie 0.7%, Pixel Graphics 0.6%

Why You'll Like It: A roguelike word-battler that focuses on strategic deckbuilding and vocabulary usage.

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 39.5%, Spelling 35.9% ★, Typing 23.2% ★, Casual 0.7%, Indie 0.7%

Why You'll Like It: A minimalist roguelike that uses word-building as its primary strategic mechanic.

Write to fight! Desert bandits are coming, defend your castle! Everyone knows typing is the best way to use a ballista!

Why similar: Typing 40.4% ★, Spelling 29.9% ★, Word Game 26.1%, Casual 1.8%, Indie 1.7%

Why You'll Like It: A tower defense game where typing is the core mechanic used to fend off waves of incoming threats.

Touch Type Tale is the strategy game you control by typing! Join a brave new era of strategy — tactical typing. Use a satisfying mesh of mechanics across a range of surprising challenges, with storybook campaigning and online play. You are Paul. (Hi there.) And the keyboard to the kingdom is yours.

Why similar: Spelling 37.9% ★, Typing 32.3% ★, Word Game 29%, Adventure 0.8%

Why You'll Like It: A real-time strategy game where your typing speed and accuracy dictate your ability to command units.

Just another boring word game? No. Words Can Kill is a roguelike deckbuilder. Travel through the world trying to build the strongest deck from letter tiles and find the perfect gear. And remember, here your tactical decisions matter, not your vocabulary!

Why similar: Spelling 49.3% ★, Word Game 49.2%, RPG 0.9%, Casual 0.7%

Why You'll Like It: A deckbuilding game that uses word-based card mechanics to simulate combat.

As a private detective, you’ll crack word clues left by a mysterious informant, gather evidence, and uncover the truth hidden in the shadows.

Why similar: Spelling 37.4% ★, Word Game 35.3%, Typing 25.4% ★, Casual 1.5%, Indie 0.5%

Why You'll Like It: A strategy-focused word game that tasks players with solving mysteries through spelling and vocabulary.

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 64.7%, Typing 34.6% ★, RPG 0.5%, Indie 0.3%

Typing of the dead: Overkill fuses the horror and comedy of the legendary House of the Dead series with unique typing mechanics in order to deliver a truly original gaming experience! This gruesome shooter puts you in the middle of a mutant outbreak in Bayou county.

Why similar: Typing 98.8% ★, Action 1.2%

Why You'll Like It: A classic arcade-style shooter that replaces guns with keyboards, emphasizing fast-paced typing action.

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 40.4%, Typing 30.2% ★, Spelling 26.7% ★, Casual 1.5%, Indie 0.7%

Welcome to the mesmerizing world of Spellbound Survivors, a single-player action-roguelike game! Embark on an epic adventure, conquer maps, acquire mighty powers, and gear up for an ultimate showdown with the formidable Overlord Wizard. Your destiny unfolds in this captivating journey!

Why similar: Adventure 45.2%, Action 36.2%, Pixel Graphics 18.6%

Why You'll Like It: A typing-based roguelike survival game that focuses on managing word-based spells against endless enemies.

React fast, spell precisely — when idiom chaining meets Battle Royale. Join a 40-player ultimate word battle royale, solve idiom puzzles or face brutal punishment. Only one will survive to the end.

Why similar: Spelling 43.7% ★, Typing 30.4% ★, Word Game 25.3%, Action 0.6%

"Weird RPG" is a highly difficult and fast-paced action RPG game focusing on boss battle,

Why similar: Action 36.8%, RPG 34.5%, Adventure 28.7%

Poetic, philosophical and challenging platformer experience? That’s all about Words of Wisdow — innovative mix of hardcore platformer with text riddles and word puzzles.

Why similar: Adventure 69.8%, Indie 30.2%

Why You'll Like It: A fantasy RPG that uses word-based combat mechanics to progress through a narrative-driven world.

Fight hordes of enemies led by The Slormancer, an evil warlock from the past, in an absurd yet epic Action RPG! Experience fast-paced gameplay, loads of shiny loot, tons of collectibles, countless hours of content, and carefully crafted pixel art.

Why similar: Pixel Graphics 25.6%, Indie 21.3%, RPG 19%, Adventure 17.9%, Action 16.3%

10000000: The Dungeon Crawling Matching Game

Why similar: Indie 34.6%, Casual 24%, Pixel Graphics 18.6%, RPG 14.4%, Action 8.5%

Endless Adventure is an idle looting RPG. Freely assign stats, craft gear with materials, defeat mighty monsters for resources, grow stronger, and save the world.

Why similar: Word Game 86.9%, Adventure 4.3%, Casual 4.1%, RPG 3.2%, Indie 1.5%

Make words come to life in this action adventure unlike any other! Haimrik blends gameplay with the narrative of its story set in medieval times. Combined with crisp humor and rare visual style, Haimrik’s journey is sure to entertain. Word’s the word!

Why similar: Typing 88.4% ★, Adventure 4.5%, Indie 3.6%, Action 3.5%

A shooty, slashy, RPG-y game mixing retro and modern sensibilities. A blend of influences from Gauntlet & Smash TV to Zelda & Angband, Ampersat is a handcrafted adventure but with appeal to Roguelite fans. Battle ASCII creatures in colorful areas & free letters to return language to the village!

Why similar: Adventure 31.3%, Action 24.6%, Pixel Graphics 23.2%, RPG 20.9%

Combine word wizardry and superior strategy in this roguelike deckbuilding adventure. Craft a unique deck of letter cards throughout each journey, collect rewards from your victories, and each adventure unlocks new cards.

Why similar: Word Game 97.6%, Casual 2.4%

Strategic roguelike in which you physically move around the on-screen keyboard and continue to cast magic spells while avoiding a barrage of bullets

Why similar: Spelling 61.3% ★, Word Game 34.2%, Indie 1.5%, Action 1.2%, Pixel Graphics 0.9%

Dungeon of Elements is an RPG dungeon crawler with combat inspired by some of our favorite classic puzzle games like Dr. Mario or Tetris. In Dungeon of Elements (DoE), core meets casual as we combine many different styles of gameplay in a fun, immersive experience.

Why similar: Casual 37.8%, Adventure 23.8%, Indie 21.5%, RPG 16.9%

Dungeon Hearts fuses the strategy and pattern matching of puzzle games with the kinetic pace of action games. Align magical runes as they flow along the Fatestream to attack, defend, and conjure magic in frenetic battles against a bestiary of fantastic creatures out to use those same runes against you.

Why similar: Casual 36.7%, Indie 33.6%, Action 14.1%, RPG 8.5%, Adventure 7.2%

Craft spells by combining floating fragments of words in Leximan, a whimsical adventure that uses creative wordplay to summon countless weird and wonderful solutions to puzzles. Alongside an awkward assembly of basement-wizards, save Academy Elementinia and become the hero nobody asked for!

Why similar: Word Game 93%, Adventure 2.8%, Indie 2.5%, Pixel Graphics 1.8%

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 98.1%, Indie 1.9%

Conquer the forces of Death in A Wizard’s Lizard, an action RPG for Windows, Mac, and Linux. Explore ever-changing dungeons, filled with powerful weapons and items. Battle back the hordes of evil. Rescue villagers to improve your town and increase your power for your next trek into the dungeon.

Why similar: Indie 36%, Action 27.9%, RPG 26.1%, Adventure 9.9%

Claim and defend the Tomb of Tyrants against greedy adventurers by matching tiles to build a deadly dungeon full of traps, minions, and more!

Why similar: Indie 42.5%, Casual 36.3%, Pixel Graphics 21.2%

Logiart Grimoire is a puzzle game that combines the number puzzle "Logiart" and the word puzzle "Fusion" in which you deduce combinations from clues.

Why similar: Word Game 95.1%, Casual 2.5%, Pixel Graphics 2%, Indie 0.4%

Non-target action role-playing game, with MOBA and MOBA-style arenas, an open world to explore and relax, a fresh and unique combat system, and many other exciting features.

Why similar: Indie 38.3%, Action 32.7%, RPG 29%

Rush to Adventure is a retro fantasy speedrunning adventure. Inspired by classic NES titles like Zelda, Mario and Castlevania. You awaken on the shore of a cursed island. Your only way off the island is to fight the monsters and lift the curse.

Why similar: Adventure 27.1%, Indie 24.5%, Action 20.9%, RPG 17.2%, Pixel Graphics 10.3%

Why save the world when you can conquer it? In EvilQuest, take on the role of Galvis — a dark knight obsessed with ultimate power. Set out on a quest of revenge,destruction and conquest in this exciting retro Action RPG title.

Why similar: Indie 27.6%, Adventure 24%, RPG 22.2%, Action 18.6%, Pixel Graphics 7.7%

Nakuma is a singleplayer RPG with focus on grinding for gear and experience points. Obtain a variety of magical spells, upgrade your gear and invest stat-points as you progress!

Why similar: RPG 61.1%, Pixel Graphics 38.9%

"Counter Spell" combines elements of classic role playing games with modern stealth-based shooters. Single player, multiplayer coop, and competitive multiplayer are all supported with different game modes for each. An open, streaming world makes for an exciting sandbox to adventure in!

Why similar: Indie 36.6%, Action 34.8%, RPG 28.6%

Type like your life depends on it in Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun – Words of Vengeance! Smite the enemies of the Emperor with every keystroke spelling their demise. But every typo could mean the difference between life and death.

Why similar: Typing 49.3% ★, Word Game 49.2%, Action 0.8%, Pixel Graphics 0.8%

Blending deep Action RPG buildcrafting with roguelite action, Striving for Light lets you shape and customize an infinite skilltree. Hunt for powerful loot, craft and upgrade weapons to legendary power, slay hordes of enemies and challenging bosses in ever-changing dark worlds.

Why similar: RPG 23.5%, Adventure 20.4%, Casual 20%, Action 18.4%, Indie 17.8%

Wizard of Legend is a no-nonsense, action-packed take on wizardry that emphasizes precise movements and smart comboing of spells in a rogue-like dungeon crawler that features over a hundred unique spells and relics!

Why similar: Pixel Graphics 28.4%, Adventure 23.2%, Action 22.7%, Indie 18.6%, RPG 7.2%

The game is set in a dark pixel fantasy world. Destroy hordes of monsters ruling over what once was a prosperous land. 10 levels filled with various enemies await, you, each requiring a different approach to defeat. Like in any RPG, leveling up is the core element of the game

Why similar: Adventure 24.7%, Indie 23.1%, Action 18.9%, Pixel Graphics 17.8%, RPG 15.5%

Loot. Craft. Build. Defend. Fight. Survive

Why similar: Adventure 24.4%, Indie 21.1%, Casual 20.9%, Action 19.6%, RPG 14%

Typefighters is a competitive multiplayer game where two players battle each other using their typing skills. Its variety of modes does not only emphasise typing speed and correctness, but also other skills like reaction time, sustained attention, creativity, tactics and anticipating the opponents moves.

Why similar: Spelling 36.6% ★, Typing 31.3% ★, Word Game 30.7%, Casual 0.8%, Indie 0.6%

Word game is literally a game of words. Player controls "I" to find clues between lines, delete words to change the meaning of sentences, or shift words to rewrite facts. “I” must be wise and brave enough complete the mission of words. May the best "I” win!

Why similar: Indie 28.9%, Adventure 27.7%, Pixel Graphics 23.4%, RPG 20.1%

Nimble Quest! Lead a conga line of heroes to glory against hordes of enemies across an endless number of stages. How many enemies can you defeat? Steer your unstoppable (seriously, you can’t stop) party as they cut a path of destruction through levels filled with different enemies and power-ups.

Why similar: Casual 37.9%, Indie 34.6%, Action 27.6%

Rogue Fable III is a traditional rogue-like game which combines the depth, complexity, and challenge of the genre classics with a shorter, more tightly focused game length.

Why similar: Indie 29.4%, Adventure 29.2%, RPG 23.2%, Pixel Graphics 18.2%

Mysterious Dungeon Exploration, Secret Items and Powerful Bosses, Fluid Movement Upgrades. Unique Enemies dropping Epic Loot. Level up your Stats, Enchant your weapons and Armor pieces.

Why similar: Adventure 43.6%, Pixel Graphics 29.7%, RPG 26.7%