Quiddler

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 challenge of Quiddler 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. Quiddler is for up to eight players.

Quiddler Reviews:

Bought this game for a trip and threw it in my carry on bag. Very compact. Played it with 3 other friends for the first time and we all loved it. The possibilities to make up words are endless and you learn to use the dictionary all over again. It can be played by children also as it starts out with 3 letter words. Would highly recommend this product.
Quiddler is a great game. It’s fun and any one from about 7 and up can play. It is a game that would be fun for the whole family. It moves quickly.
An excellent game that enhances vocabulary, exercises use of the dictionary, and gives an appreciation of the abilities of the English language.Great family game. It makes us think while we are having a good time.