Scrabble Stars is India's adapted version of the classic word game Scrabble, designed specifically for Indian audiences. This mobile game combines traditional word-building mechanics with localized content, Hindi language support, and culturally relevant word dictionaries.
Since its 2021 launch, Scrabble Stars has amassed over 5 million downloads across India, becoming particularly popular among students, professionals, and language enthusiasts.
The game features:
As of September 2023:
Scrabble Stars maintains the core Scrabble gameplay while adding Indian twists:
The game uses a modified tile set:
Points are awarded based on:
| Word Type | Base Points | Bonus |
|---|---|---|
| English Word | 1x | +10% for proper nouns |
| Hindi Word | 1.2x | +20% for regional dialects |
| Mixed Language | 1.5x | +30% for Hinglish |
Key Indian adaptations include:
With an average rating of 4.3/5 on the Play Store, here's what Indian players say:
"Finally a Scrabble version that understands our language mix! The Hinglish bonus is brilliant." - Mumbai Player
"My family plays this during Diwali instead of cards. The festive boards are amazing!" - Delhi User
"The Hindi dictionary needs more regional words from South India." - Chennai Gamer
"Matchmaking takes too long in smaller cities." - Kolkata Player
Key differences in the Indian adaptation:
| Feature | Global Scrabble | Scrabble Stars India |
|---|---|---|
| Language | English only | Hindi/English bilingual |
| Dictionary | Official Scrabble | 120,000+ Indian words |
| Monetization | Ads only | Ads + microtransactions |
The Indian version includes:
The Scrabble Stars community in India is vibrant and active:
Local players have developed unique tactics:
Major Indian competitions include:
Combine English and Hindi words for 1.5x score. Example:
English: "Computer" (12 points) + Hindi: "चाय" (Chai - 7 points) = "ComputerChai" (28.5 points)
During Diwali, words like: