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Unspeakable Words

James Ernest, Mike Selinker

2007 · 2⁠–⁠6 players · 30 min · ages 10+

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Is it worth playing? Unspeakable Words

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How many players

For 2 to 6 players.

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  • 3 players
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  • 5 players
  • 6 players

Weight and time

Light: 1.3 on BoardGameGeek’s five-point scale. A game takes 30–30 minutes, for ages 10 and up.

On other sites

  • BoardGameGeek6.2/101,522 ratings
  • BGG rank3,563rdamong all games

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How to play Unspeakable Words

Unspeakable Words has players make words from letter cards, then roll dice to see whether their attempt costs them sanity. It feels like a light word game with a push-your-luck edge, suited to groups who enjoy spelling games and do not mind players being eliminated. It plays with 2 to 6 players in 30 minutes and is for ages 10 and up.

Mechanics

  • Dice rolling
  • Hand management
  • Player elimination
  • Push your luck

Credits Unspeakable Words

  • DesignJames Ernest
  • DesignMike Selinker
  • PublisherPlayroom Entertainment

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Game details Unspeakable Words

Year published
2007
Players
2–6
Playing time
30–30 minutes
Age
ages 10+
Weight
1.3 out of 5
Designer
James Ernest, Mike Selinker
Publisher
Playroom Entertainment

Frequently asked questions Unspeakable Words

How many players is Unspeakable Words for?

For 2 to 6 players.

How long does a game take?

30 to 30 minutes.

What age is it for?

Ages 10 and up.

Is it an expansion or a standalone game?

A standalone game: everything is in the box.

Can two people play?

Yes. It plays with 2–6.

Sources: BoardGameGeek (game data and box photos, as of 2022). As of November 14, 2026. · Ta strona po polsku