🎮 How to Play Power Word Chains

🎯 Basic Rules

Create words that start with the last letter of the previous word. You have 60 seconds to build the longest chain possible! The timer starts when you submit your first word.

⚡ Power Streak System

💎 Scoring System

• Word Length Bonus: 4-5 letters = 10pts/letter, 6-7 letters = 15pts/letter, 8-9 letters = 20pts/letter, 10+ letters = 25pts/letter
• Streak Bonus: +5 points for each consecutive word in your chain
• Speed Bonus: +20 points if timer > 30 seconds, +10 points if less
• 3-Word Streak: Unlock +50% bonus multiplier!
• 5-Word Streak: Unlock +100% bonus multiplier!
• 8-Word Streak: Unlock +200% MEGA bonus multiplier!!
• Compound Words: +50 bonus points for words like "SNOWBALL"!

🎮 Game Features

• Words must be at least 4 letters long
• Each word can only be used once per game
• Every 5-word streak adds 10 seconds to your timer
• Type and press Enter to submit words lightning-fast
• Real-time visual feedback for successful moves

🏆 Pro Tips for High Scores

• Master the Streak: Focus on building long consecutive chains for maximum multipliers
• Hunt Compound Words: Look for words like "RAINBOW," "KEYBOARD," or "FIREPLACE" for instant +50 bonus
• Think Ahead: Plan your word endings to keep chains flowing smoothly
• Go Long: Longer words give exponentially more base points
• Speed Matters: Build early streaks to earn time bonuses and extend your game
• Chain Strategy: Use words ending in common letters like S, E, R, or T for easier continuations