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Full 字得其乐WordJoy update
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Repeated intro
Hello everyone, I’m the developer of WordJoy.
What changed
- Gameplay
字得其乐WordJoy changes
Why did I make this game?
I’ve always felt that Chinese characters have a kind of built-in “system” to them:
Components combine together
Structures define relationships
Meanings evolve through composition
So I wanted to try something:
What would happen if the structure of Chinese characters itself became the core game mechanic?
WordJoy is that experiment.
Game Features
Characters as Mechanics: Combine components to form real Chinese characters that directly affect the board
Strategic Gameplay: Flip tiles to control the overall situation
Diverse Combinations: Different components create different characters and effects
Skill System: Forming characters triggers abilities and adds dynamic changes
About the Current Version
This is my first indie game. It’s not very large in scope, but the core gameplay is complete.
If you feel that:
Something isn’t clear
Some rules could be improved
Or you simply found parts fun (or not fun)
I’d really appreciate your feedback.
I’ll continue updating and improving the game.
A Small Request
If you enjoy the game, I’d be very grateful if you could leave a review — it truly means a lot to an indie developer.
Thank you for taking the time to read this.
I hope you can find a bit of joy in “playing with characters” in WordJoy.
Source
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