{"id":30943,"date":"2026-02-16T15:53:49","date_gmt":"2026-02-16T15:53:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.retronews.com\/?p=30943"},"modified":"2026-03-26T08:58:08","modified_gmt":"2026-03-26T08:58:08","slug":"lexitris-steam","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.retronews.com\/staging\/guide\/lexitris-steam\/","title":{"rendered":"Lexitris set to Drop onto Steam in Next Few Weeks"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Lexitris<\/strong> is a new indie game that can probably be best summed up as a \u201ccross between a typing tutor and Tetris, or, as the game\u2019s developer, Andreas Otten, puts it (in a way that deftly swerves any trademark infringement): <strong>Lexitris<\/strong> is \u201can innovative hybrid of classic block-puzzles and fast-paced typing trainers. The game challenges players worldwide to improve their typing speed (WPM) while strategically clearing rows.<br \/><br \/>\u201cLexitris breaks the tradition of pure stacking. Before a block (&#8220;Tetromino&#8221;) can be controlled, the player must correctly type the word displayed on it. As levels rise, both the falling speed and word complexity increase.<br \/>Lexitris breaks the tradition of pure stacking. Before a block (&#8220;Tetromino&#8221;) can be controlled, the player must correctly type the word displayed on it. As levels rise, both the falling speed and word complexity increase.\u201d<br \/><br \/>Highlights of <strong>Lexitris<\/strong> will include: real-Time statistics, including an integrated WPM counter measures keystrokes per minute and makes progress measurable.<br \/>three unique modes, from the classic entry-level to &#8220;speed-typing&#8221; for pros and a &#8220;math mode&#8221; that turns mental arithmetic into a core mechanic.<br \/>strategic depth, with horizontal and vertical bombs, along with joker blocks, that allow for tactical manoeuvres in critical situations.<br \/>A global approach, with full localization in 12 languages allows players to train their vocabulary in foreign languages while playing.<br \/>atmospheric design, with smooth transitions of hand-drawn backgrounds and a dynamic soundtrack to provide an immersive experience.<br \/><br \/>Developer <strong>Andreas Otten<\/strong> says of Lexitris: &#8220;My goal was to create a game that not only plays well but also teaches the player a real skill,&#8221; says Andreas Otten. &#8220;In Lexitris, every keystroke is a step toward a new high score.&#8221;<br \/><br \/>Perhaps surprisingly, L<strong>exitris<\/strong> isn\u2019t the only typing-based game we\u2019ve reported on recently here at <strong>Retro News<\/strong>, having <a href=\"https:\/\/www.retronews.com\/staging\/keys-of-fury\/\">previously reported<\/a> on Keys of Fury, which was a mash up of a fighting game and a typing tutor.<br \/><br \/><strong>Lexitris<\/strong> will be available for <strong>PC<\/strong> on <strong>Steam<\/strong> in late February\/early March 2026 at a price of \u20ac\/$ 4.99.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Lexitris is a new indie game that can probably be best summed up as a \u201ccross between a typing tutor and Tetris, or, as the game\u2019s developer, Andreas Otten, puts it (in a way that deftly swerves any trademark infringement): Lexitris is \u201can innovative hybrid of classic block-puzzles and fast-paced typing trainers. 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