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 - Okay gameI purchased this game because I'm a big fan of crosswords and other word games. While the gameplay is simple to follow, it quickly becomes repetitive. If you don't mind a game that doesn't advance to much more complex levels (essentially solving the same puzzles with different letters on each different game), this is for you. It's a good game for a casual player, but not for someone who's looking for an in-depth gaming experience. Rating:  - Very fun and forgivingThis game is like Scrabble "lite" meets mahjong "lite", so you can work your brain without beating your brain. There are three nice single player modes: A "Daily Puzzle" mode, a "Temple Challenge" mode where you attain a higher rank as you complete more puzzles, and a "Battle Mode" which is a turn-based competition on a single board against computer opponents of increasing difficulty. Another reviewer said that the game supplies a lot of vowels, and this is true, so it's pretty much a given you will be able to clear most of the puzzles if you use your "wild card" tiles wisely. I don't really think the ease of the game is a limitation, though. I like the ability (in Temple Challenge Mode) to be able to take back my moves, including getting my "wild card" back. This gives me the chance to try different word combinations to successfully complete the puzzle, and that's a good thing. Not too many games give you a second chance like that, so if you "try try again" you won't get frustrated. Please note that when you use the "wild card" tile, the game doesn't display a list of 26 letters to choose from, it just checks its internal dictionary for a spelling match once you have completed entering the word. That's a bit different than other electronic Scrabble-type games. The game seems to have a pretty extensive dictionary, too. The "fortune cookie" perk in "Temple Challenge Mode" gets a little stale (ha-ha) too quick. They could have come up with better, less redundant fortunes, but that's a minor quibble. Rating:  - Addicting!I wasn't sure I'd like this game since, as an approaching 50 year old, I'm new to the whole Nintendo thing. However, I love word games and this is a lot of fun and addicting. The graphics are beautiful. I like that you are able to undo moves if you see that you're not going to be able to clear all of the tiles. It's a great way to unwind. Rating: - Mah Jong + Crosswords + Brain AgeThis is a WONDERFUL game. ANyone who loves words will love this! It's more fun than crosswords, mah jong AND Brain Age all combined! Rating: - Word Jong is like ScrabbleThis game satisfies my Scrabble addiction. There could be some variations to the layout to make it more fun. Then, I've only played 30 days worth of it, maybe a new one is just around the corner....
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