Wordle
About Wordle
Wordle isn’t flashy. No graphics are flying across the screen, no complicated rules. Just a grid of five little boxes and a mystery word waiting to be found. And yet, this simple setup has turned into one of the most talked-about games on the internet.
The Basics
You’ve got six guesses to find the secret five-letter word. Type in any word to start, and the game gives you clues with colors. Green means the letter is right and in the right spot. Yellow shows the letter is in the word, but in the wrong place. Gray means forget it, that letter isn’t in there. It sounds easy, but by the fourth or fifth guess, you’re usually sweating a bit.
One Chance a Day
The thing that makes Wordle different is the limit. You only get one puzzle every day. No endless levels, no starting over. If you win, great - you’ll feel clever all day. If you lose, tough luck, you’ll have to wait until tomorrow. It’s annoying and fun at the same time, which is probably why people love it.
Playing Old Puzzles
If one word a day isn’t enough, there’s an archive where you can try every past puzzle. It’s a good way to practice strategies or just keep playing when today’s word is already done.
Why It Sticks Around
Wordle works because it’s quick and social. You spend maybe five minutes on it, then compare results with friends or coworkers. It’s small, simple, and strangely satisfying - like a daily riddle you can’t resist.