One of the funniest things about foodle is its ability to make players hungry. You start the game with a clear mind and five minutes later you're craving pizza, sushi, tacos, and ice cream at the same time.
The real complexity comes from strategy. Throwing random food names at the screen rarely works. Successful players often analyze letter placement, eliminate possibilities, and think about cuisines from around the world. Suddenly, a game about food starts feeling like a final exam in culinary knowledge.