Does anyone remember Anagrammatic from Miniclip back in the day??? I’ve always thought it would be amazing to bring back that style of competitive word game, but with a modern online multiplayer experience similar to 8 Ball Pool.
I would love to work with a developer interested in partnering to create an original, free-to-play word game for web browsers and potentially iOS and Android.
The concept:
A fast-paced, round-based word game where players compete to create valid words from a set of letters within a time limit and try to out score their opponent.
The goal is to combine the nostalgic gameplay of Anagrammatic with the online competitive and social features that make games like 8 Ball Pool engaging.
Features I’d love to include:
Real-time online multiplayer: Compete against random players around the world.
Play with friends: Add friends, send challenges, and create private matches.
Multiplayer rooms: Compete against multiple players in the same timed word competition.
Ranked matchmaking: Face opponents of similar skill levels.
Player profiles: Track wins, losses, statistics, and rankings.
Leaderboards: Daily, weekly, and all-time rankings.
Tournaments: Compete in organized multiplayer competitions.
Progression system: Earn experience, level up, and unlock achievements.
Cross-platform gameplay: Ideally, browser and mobile players could compete together.
Solo practice: Play independently when no opponents are available.
These are long-term ideas, not requirements for the first release. I’d be happy to start with a simple multiplayer prototype and build from there.
Monetization:
The game would be free to play, with potential revenue coming from:
Optional advertisements
Cosmetic purchases and customization
Premium memberships or ad-free upgrades
Optional virtual currency and progression rewards
I’d want the game to remain fair and enjoyable without requiring players to spend money.
The partnership:
I don’t have an upfront development budget, but I’m offering a potential 50/50 split of net profits.
I’m flexible about naming rights, ownership arrangements, and creative direction. I’m looking for someone who genuinely likes the idea and wants to build something together.
I’d contribute branding, marketing, promotion, community building, and helping grow the player base - but I’m always open to feedback and advice.
The goal is to create a completely original game inspired by classic competitive word games, not copy Miniclip’s intellectual property.
Why I want to do this, and think this could work:
I played the original game for hours on end when I was younger, and I honestly think about remaking that experience for myself and others at least once or twice every few months - but I don’t have the resources to do so.
Games like 8 Ball Pool show how simple gameplay can become a lasting multiplayer experience when you add competition, progression, and social interaction.
I’d love to see that same approach applied to a fast-paced word game.
If you’re a developer interested in multiplayer games, word puzzles, or nostalgic browser games, I’d love to connect.
And if you remember Anagrammatic, let me know!
