Wordle quickly became a beloved game, but its simplicity poses a dilemma: what to play after solving the day’s puzzle? Thankfully, numerous guessing games inspired by Wordle have emerged, incorporating its features like five-letter solutions, colored squares, or the guessing and hinting mechanics. Here are 16 standout alternatives.
Waffle
Credit: Waffle
Starting with a playful option, Waffle challenges you with six five-letter words in a grid. Solving involves rearranging the squares. It’s a test of strategy to finish within the allowed swaps, but all necessary letters are provided.
Flagle
Credit: Flagle
Flagle takes on geography by asking players to recognize country flags. Although an earlier version offered distance-based clues, it’s now purely flag-focused like Worldle, which uses country outlines. Both offer enjoyable challenges.
Hurdle
