Shiritori -The Word Chain Game

Shiritori -The Word Chain Game

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8 ratings
3 reviews

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Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • December 8, 2019
  • December 9, 2019

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This word game challenges players to create words starting with the last letter of the previous word, with added constraints on word length and a time limit. It's inspired by a popular Japanese word chain game.

Word chain gameplay
Letter count restrictions
Time limits
Online multiplayer
Inspired by Japanese game
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What's New in Shiritori

1.0

December 9, 2019

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$3.99

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User reviews

Fun but needs to recognize more words!

This is a really fun game but there are so many common words that the game doesn’t recognize—like it doesn’t recognize the word “guest” but it knows the word “yttrium?”

Addictive

Super fun, well executed, and very addictive, especially if you’re a fan of word-based games. I love how the game awards you with bonus points for using words you’ve never used before, and keeps track of how many unique words you’ve used over a given month.

One downside is the game has a LOT of long and deceptive (hard to exit) ads, especially if you aren’t using a VPN ad blocker like Privacy Pro. Otherwise I just restart the app after every game. However, the game does have an ad free version for $3.99.

Since it’s a new game, depending on the time of day you’ll be facing a lot of bots. This isn’t necessarily a bad thing as they’re convincing enough and the game’s still awesome, but it’s just a different experience from a human opponent. Right now there are a lot of Japanese players, though, so you’ll find the most human opponents during their waking hours.

One last note... due to the nature of the game, be prepared for long words that start with ‘Y’. I’d recommend looking some up, especially as you rank up, as it’s likely you aren’t going to recall words like “yachtswoman” on the spot.
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Nice

It’s a really cool concept and it’s really fun except the ads. They pop up every single time you finish a match and are at least 15 seconds long.

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FAQ

What is Shiritori?

Shiritori is a Japanese word game where players say a word beginning with the last letter of the previous word. This version adds constraints like specific word lengths and a time limit.

Does Shiritori have ads?

The provided data does not specify if Shiritori contains advertisements. It is listed as free with no mention of in-app purchases or ads.

What devices does Shiritori support?

Shiritori is available for iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices.

What is the age rating for Shiritori?

Shiritori has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for young players and families.

How often is Shiritori updated?

Shiritori was last updated on December 9, 2019, with version 1.0. The release date was December 8, 2019.

What is the gameplay like in Shiritori?

Gameplay involves forming words based on the last letter of the preceding word, but with the added challenge of meeting a specific letter count and a time limit for each turn.

Is Shiritori available offline?

The description mentions "online game," suggesting that an internet connection may be required for gameplay, particularly for multiplayer modes.

What is the user rating for Shiritori?

Shiritori has a rating of 4.1 stars from 8 ratings, indicating generally positive user reception.