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How to play Hangman
Bring your attention to one round of Hangman. Find all letters before eight incorrect guesses. A correct guess does not reduce the remaining allowance. Use the example below to understand a decision. Compare the starting position with the example in the Guide. Use the example below to understand a decision.
A useful comparison
Compare the worked example with your own position. Use the reasoning, not an answer copied from a different board. Notice the feedback after each input.
Your goal
Find all letters before eight incorrect guesses. A correct guess does not reduce the remaining allowance. Use the instructions to see which actions move you towards it. Return to the instructions when a step is unclear.
Step by step
- Read the clue and note the number of hidden letters.
- Select a letter on the keyboard or type one on a computer.
- Repeated correct letters are all revealed together.
- Finish the word or start another round.
Controls
Use the on-screen controls with a mouse or touch. A careful first action helps you become familiar with the layout. Use the visible help when you are unsure of the next input.
A useful example
In LETTER, choosing T reveals both T positions. It uses no incorrect guesses. Apply the same reasoning to the position in your own round. Check the stated objective.
Watch out for this
Selecting the same letter twice has no effect. Take a moment to reassess the position before continuing. Compare the worked example with your own position. Use the reasoning, not an answer copied from a different board.
Common questions
For my first round, what is the goal of Hangman?
The key detail is this: Find all letters before eight incorrect guesses. A correct guess does not reduce the remaining allowance.
For my first round, how do I control Hangman?
For clarity: Use the on-screen controls with a mouse or touch.
As a new player, what example helps explain Hangman?
For clarity: In LETTER, choosing T reveals both T positions. It uses no incorrect guesses.
While learning, what should I watch out for in Hangman?
Selecting the same letter twice has no effect.
For my first round, what format does Hangman offer?
Play using the solo mode shown on this page. Read the controls before starting a new round.
For this browser game, which play mode does Hangman use?
The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.