word puzzles (3 products)

Coded X-Word 1.0 (Shareware, $10)

This game is an interesting variation of traditional cross words. In this exiting word game, a letter is represented by a number. Cross word grid is filled with such coded numbers. Three of those numbers are decoded and provided to help you decrypt the rest. A number always represent a single letter in a game. Position of numbers to be used to find all letters and complete the cross word.

HangARoo 2.05a (Freeware)

A classic game we all played as kids - Hang Man - has undergone a major face lift with NCBuy's slick HangARoo. The object is simple ... guess the phrases by selecting letters from the alphabet to fill in the slots. If you make too many errors, you know what happens next - the cute Kangaroo will be earning his wings. Luckily, even if you do send the 'roo to the outback in the sky, you won't feel too guilty. His quick wit and smart tongue will sometimes have you begging to kill him off. Suitability: Recommended for 12 and up.

WordLab 1.1a (Shareware, $19.95)

WordLab is a challenging new game that will change the way you spell FUN. At the start of each round you are presented with a 5, 6 or 7 letter word with hidden letters. Reach deep into your problem solving skills to guess what the missing letters are, but act quickly ... your beaker is running low and time is running out. Each round gives you 5 chances to figure the word out before you can progress to the next level. Make it past level 5 for a special bonus round game for extra points. WordLab is suitable for all ages, but recommended for 12 and up based on skill level.