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2009 Ranked #13,196

Wyps

Abstract word game has players build connections across a triangular board and link all three sides first. Different board sizes change the challenge from a quick filler into a deeper strategic contest.

Abstract Abstract Strategy Word Game Hexagon Grid Tile Placement

Players

2

Play time

Not listed

Age

10+

Complexity

2.5/5

Rating

7.66

Harder to teach Highly interactive Deep strategy

Overview

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ABG editorial scores on a 1–5 scale.

Teachability 2.4/5

Harder to teach

Replay value 4.1/5

High replayability

Interaction 3.6/5

Highly interactive

Player scaling 4.4/5

Scales well

Strategic depth 4.7/5

Deep strategy

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How it plays

How does it play?

WYPS is a word game played on a triangular board. The aim of the players is to be the first to connect all three sides of the board.

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WYPS is a word game played on a triangular board. The aim of the players is to be the first to connect all three sides of the board. The unique game board allows playing the game in four different sizes. WYPS is a filler on the smallest board and a serious game on the largest board. WYPS was inspired by the Game of Y. According to the designer, the name comes from it being a Word game based on YPSilon, which is the spelling of the letter Y is some languages. http://www.littlegolem.net/ - turn-based server for online game

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All specifications (5)

Play and group

Players
2
Best with
2
Play time
30 min
Age
10+
Complexity
2.5/5
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Credits

Designers

1
Richard Malaschitz

Artists

1
Richard Malaschitz

Publishers

1
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