Our Verdict
RECOMMENDED
A fast-paced word party game perfect for large groups and guaranteed laughs.
Highlights
- Fast and fun pace
- Easy to learn
- Great for large groups
- High replayability with words
Keep in mind
- Requires mental agility
- Depends on good communication
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About the game
What you do in a play session
If you're looking for that game that makes everyone laugh and fry their brains at the same time, Word Stars is your number! Forget those slow and boring sessions; here, the pace is frantic. The goal is simple, yet tricky: you need to figure out a secret word before your opponents do. In each round, the challenge is a race against time using a main hint and eight supporting words that help reveal each letter of the mystery word.
The game works great in teams, making the experience even more chaotic and fun. You'll need creativity to provide cues that help your partners without handing the victory to your rivals on a silver platter. To keep everything organized, the game includes colorful counters to help track choices and a very well-designed score sheet so no one loses track of the points. This edition is a direct evolution of the 2004 classic, coming in a much more practical and compact format, perfect for taking anywhere or for that last-minute gathering with friends. With hundreds of possible word combinations, it's hard for the game to get repetitive. It's the kind of game where you start saying 'just one quick game' and, before you know it, time has flown and everyone is shouting words trying to solve the mystery!
The game works great in teams, making the experience even more chaotic and fun. You'll need creativity to provide cues that help your partners without handing the victory to your rivals on a silver platter. To keep everything organized, the game includes colorful counters to help track choices and a very well-designed score sheet so no one loses track of the points. This edition is a direct evolution of the 2004 classic, coming in a much more practical and compact format, perfect for taking anywhere or for that last-minute gathering with friends. With hundreds of possible word combinations, it's hard for the game to get repetitive. It's the kind of game where you start saying 'just one quick game' and, before you know it, time has flown and everyone is shouting words trying to solve the mystery!
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Best player count
BGG community vote
4
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5
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6
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7
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8
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9
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10
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Mechanics, categories, families and credits
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Publisher
Cheatwell Games
Designer
David Williams (III)
Community
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Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers before you buy
How long does a game last?
It's super fast! Usually between 20 to 40 minutes, perfect for multiple rounds.
How many players can play?
It works for 4 to 10 players, making it great for parties!
Is it hard to learn the rules?
Not at all! It's very intuitive; you'll learn it in just a few minutes.
Is the game very complex?
No, the focus is on agility and vocabulary, without complicated rules.
What's included in the box?
It comes with colorful counters, a score sheet, and hundreds of word combinations.
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