Our Verdict
RECOMMENDED
A frantic and super fun word challenge for groups who love speed!
Highlights
- Dynamic and very agile
- Easy to learn and play
- Constant social interaction
- Fun mental challenge
Keep in mind
- Requires quick thinking
- Can be chaotic for some
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About the game
What you do in a play session
Get your brain and your pen ready, because Crossed Words is here to scramble your logic in a super fun way! Imagine a 3x3 grid, but instead of numbers, we have crazy categories crossing in columns and rows. The challenge is this: you need to find a word that fits perfectly into both the row category and the column category where they intersect. It's a true crossword puzzle, but with an extra twist of chaos. Each player receives nine discs to write their answers, and here is the catch: you have to be fast! As soon as you find the word, you write it on the disc and place it face down on the board. Time doesn't stop, and the pressure only builds. The goal is to score as many points as possible, but watch out: you only score on intersections where your answer is unique. If another player has the same idea and places the same word, nobody gets points for that spot on the board. It's a game of mental agility, vocabulary, and above all, speed. It's perfect for those gatherings with friends where everyone wants to laugh but also wants to feel that adrenaline rush of racing against the clock. If you enjoy word games that don't let you think for too long (because time is short!), Crossed Words is for you. It's easy to learn, quick to play, and guarantees healthy competition among friends. Get your vocabulary ready, because the clock won't wait for anyone!
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Best player count
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3
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4
BEST
5
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6
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Mechanics, categories, families and credits
Mechanics
Categories
Publisher
Indie Boards & Cards
Designer
Evan Davis (I), Nick Little (I)
Community
Data from BoardGameGeek
299owners
46wishlist
8want to play
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers before you buy
How long does a game take?
The game is super quick, taking about 30 minutes.
How many players is it for?
It works great with 3 to 6 players.
Is the game difficult?
Complexity is low (1/5), but the time pressure makes it challenging!
What do I need to play?
The game uses a paper-and-pencil system (writing discs).
What is the main goal?
To find words that cross the board categories before the others.
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