Quiddler Card Game

Quiddler Card Game by SET Enterprises Inc.

The challenge is to arrange your entire hand into words. Draw and discard in turn. Try to use those high point letters, but don't get caught with them uncombined. Quiddler is fast paced because you can play using everyday words. A bonus is given for the most words in each round (so little words can help you win), as well as for the longest word. Quiddler is a delightful challenge for both rookies and word game lovers. The rules are brutal, but the rewards are worth it in this card game that works a bit like Scrabble. Although there is a solitary version of the game for one player, you can play with up to eight. Cards containing letters of the alphabet and special combinations of letters are dealt in increasing number each time the dealer completes a round. Once you've collected your share, you can discard and pick up a new card with each turn. The object is to turn all the letters in your possession into dictionary-proof words while leaving one stray card as a final discard. You want to be the first to accomplish the goal, of course, but there is a scoring system that makes the play competitive for everyone. One nice element is the cards themselves: the letter design is based on beautiful artwork from Celtic manuscripts. This card game is a 1999 Parents' Choice Silver Award winner.

The Quiddler Card Game offers an exciting blend of word construction and strategic play, making it a hit for both linguaphiles and game enthusiasts. Each card in the deck contains a single letter or a combination of letters from the alphabet. The objective is to arrange the letters in your hand into words, optimizing for point values, much like Scrabble but in card form. The game strikes a balance between luck and skill, keeping every round unpredictable and engaging. Its progressive format, where the number of cards dealt increases each round, adds layers of complexity and challenge as the game advances. Quiddler is not only fun but also educational, encouraging players to stretch their vocabulary and think creatively.