WordJong DS
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77 out of 100

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8.4 out of 10

Generally favorable reviews- based on 7 Ratings

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  • Summary: WordJong features simple engrossing gameplay: Use a set of lettered tiles to create words, clearing the board as you use them. Aim for high-scoring words, earn bonus tiles, and work to clear the board with no leftover letters. WordJong boasts several new features exclusive to the DS , including local and online wireless play as well as DS Download play, a variety of Solo Play modes, a 100,000+ word dictionary, full support for both the Control Pad and Touch Screen, and much, much more.… Expand

Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 8 out of 9
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 9
  3. Negative: 0 out of 9
  1. Destructoid
    85
    If you've ever enjoyed a puzzle game, you'll dig it, and when it makes you smarter, just consider that a nice bonus.
  2. GameZone
    80
    There are no cheesy touch-screen mini-games here either; just solid gameplay. It is the perfect pick-up-and-play title for any book worms this Holiday.
  3. Game Informer
    80
    It's a very addicting puzler that rewards you for strategy as well as your vocabulary. [Dec 2007, p.157]
  4. The A.V. Club
    67
    For those who haven't taken the New York Times Crossword puzzle out of their handheld in six months.

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  1. Positive: 4 out of 4
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  1. pP
    10
    The best word game on the DS yet! Wow! A lot of options even WiFi Worldwide...I didn't even know it had all these great features!
  2. DallasP.
    10
    A perfect puzzle game. If you like Mahjong and Boggle, then this a game you will enjoy. IGN's comment about a lack of a tutorial is a joke as the game is about as simple as you can get anyone can figure it out.… Expand
  3. DonaldO'Brien
    10
    For a crossword fan, this is an ideal supplement. Good fun, seemingly endless puzzles.
  4. DuckeeD.
    9
    Quite addictive. However the dictionary is not as extensive as the dictionary found in other games of this genre. Words such as January and June are not valid words. Other than the dictionary size this is a great title.… Expand