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Game Boy · Puzzle
Wordtris
| System | Game Boy |
|---|---|
| Released | 1992 |
| Genre | Puzzle |
| Developer | Spectrum Holobyte |
| Publisher | Sphere, Inc. |
| Players | 1–4 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Deep cut |
Developed by Spectrum Holobyte and published by Sphere, Inc., Wordtris arrived on the Game Boy in 1992 as a puzzle game.
It landed about 3 years into the Game Boy's life. Other notable Game Boy releases from 1992 include Super Mario Land 2: 6 Golden Coins, Kirby's Dream Land and Mega Man III.
Spectrum Holobyte also made Star Trek: The Next Generation for the Game Boy.
Wordtris supports up to 4 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.
Pick it if…
- you want to think and plan
- you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
- you have a friend to play against
- you've played the Game Boy hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you want story, exploration or action
What playing Wordtris is like
Puzzle games challenge pattern recognition, planning and quick thinking, from falling-block games to single-screen logic puzzles.
Tip for newcomers: Puzzle games are perfect for short sessions and often have endless or score-attack modes, so they never really end.
Wordtris cheats & codes
11 codes on file (GameShark). Here are a few GameShark codes to start with:
| Current Letter Modifier | 011941C7 |
|---|---|
| Level Modifier | 010028C7 |
| Max Word Count | 01FF52C7
01FF53C7 |
| Max Number Of 3 Letter Words Found | 01FF54C7
01FF55C7 |
| Max Number Of 4 Letter Words Found | 01FF56C7
01FF57C7 |
| Max Number Of 5 Letter Words Found | 01FF58C7
01FF59C7 |
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Playing Game Boy games today
Game Boy games were designed for short bursts on the go, which makes them ideal for a coffee break today. Many are available through Nintendo Switch Online, and original carts play on any later Game Boy model.
Wordtris FAQ
When did Wordtris come out on the Game Boy?
Wordtris was released for the Game Boy in 1992.
Who made Wordtris?
It was developed by Spectrum Holobyte and published by Sphere, Inc..
Is Wordtris multiplayer?
Yes. Wordtris supports up to 4 players.
How long does Wordtris take to play?
As a puzzle game, Wordtris typically falls into the "Quick session" category: under an hour, or endless arcade fun. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
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