Beyond Words

GameSpewKim Snaith

9/10

Who knew that combining Scrabble with Balatro would be so compelling? It's a crossover that works so well, and if you're a word game fan, consider Beyond Words an absolute must-play.

I haven’t been able to put this game down, though, because through its weaknesses, it is a clever spin on the basic idea of Scrabble, and thanks to all those items and board variations, a nearly endless variety to make each new game its own experience. It might not be the “level up” on Scrabble, I imagine the developers went into the project aiming to make, but they certainly have come up with something that is perfect to pair up with a coffee on a Sunday morning. And I do love my Sunday morning coffee games.

Analog Stick GamingJordan Andow

9/10

A Scrabble-inspired roguelike with clear Balatro DNA, this Beyond Words review delivers surprising depth and an addictive loop that’s hard to put down.

Loot Level ChillMick Fraser

8/10

Beyond Words is a fun time-killer and a nice way to exercise the old prefrontal cortex.

WayTooManyGamesLeo Faria

7.5/10

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GameGrinAlana Dunitz

7.5/10

Beyond Words is an addictive blend of Scrabble and Balatro, but some of the requirements to beat later stages feel quite unreasonable, so it can be frustrating to play and be met with failure, only to start over.

Impulse GamerChris O'Connor

I enjoy a good word game... it's hard to go past the classic Scrabble. I'm even keen on crosswords and the like, so a new take on word games seemed like an

Jump Dash RollRob Kershaw

6/10

A clever idea let down by inconsistent design and a punishing difficulty curve, Beyond Words struggles to capture the “one more go” magic it so clearly aims for.