dordle
Word games have always been popular because they are simple to play yet endlessly engaging.
Word games have always been popular
Word games have always been popular because they are simple to play yet endlessly engaging. Crossword puzzles, Scrabble, and more recently, Wordle have entertained millions of people worldwide. But sometimes, one puzzle isn’t enough. Enter Dordle, a game that takes the Wordle formula and doubles it. Instead of solving one hidden word, you have to solve two puzzles at once—all within just seven guesses.
The Basics of Dordle
At first, Dordle looks like Wordle. Two grids sit side by side, each hiding a secret five-letter word. You type in guesses, and the game gives you feedback:
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Green means the letter is correct and in the right place.
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Yellow means the letter is correct but in the wrong spot.
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Gray means the letter doesn’t appear at all.
The big twist is that each word you enter applies to both puzzles at the same time. You don’t get a separate set of guesses for each one—just seven total for both.
This small change makes the game far more strategic. Every choice must serve two goals at once, and careless guesses can quickly end your chances of success.
Why Dordle Feels So Different
The charm of Dordle is that it forces you to think in two directions at once. In Wordle, you can fully concentrate on one word. In Dordle, you’re constantly splitting your focus:
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Do you test a word that might help both puzzles, even if it’s not the most efficient choice?
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Should you focus on solving one grid quickly and hope the other falls into place?
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Or is it better to spread your guesses evenly across both?
This tug-of-war between the two boards creates tension and excitement that keeps players coming back.