THE PLAYBOOK · ZJTANSHI
Find your footing in Word Ladder
Word Ladder gives you a focused activity to play in your browser. Reach the target through one-letter changes and valid words. Keep the game area visible while you use its controls. Make your first input carefully and watch the result. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move.
Follow five selected word routes. Every step must use a word from the included supporting list; the list does not contain every English word.
Bring this focus to a round
Choose one rule to keep in mind for this round. Apply it consistently rather than guessing what another version might allow. Keep the objective visible.
Aim for this result
Reach the target through one-letter changes and valid words. The feedback beside the game helps you follow the round. Check the rules when you are unsure.
From the start of a round
- Enter a same-length word differing at one position.
- Use only the included vocabulary.
- Do not reuse a word.
- Undo or Show one route helps.
How your actions work
Type a word and press Enter or Submit word. Keep the playing area visible while using these controls. Make sure you are interacting with the game rather than the surrounding page.
See how the rules apply
COLD → CORD → CARD → WARD → WARM. Use the example as a guide rather than a substitute for reading your board. Look for the relevant detail.
An important reminder
No insertion, deletion or letter rearrangement. A different version of the game may use a different rule. After a move, check what changed. Decide which rule explains the new state before acting again.
More answers before you play
Before I begin, what is the goal of Word Ladder?
Here is the relevant explanation: Reach the target through one-letter changes and valid words.
While learning, how do I control Word Ladder?
Here is the relevant explanation: Type a word and press Enter or Submit word.
On this playing page, what example helps explain Word Ladder?
For clarity: COLD → CORD → CARD → WARD → WARM.
As a new player, what should I watch out for in Word Ladder?
For clarity: No insertion, deletion or letter rearrangement.
Before I begin, what format does Word Ladder offer?
Keep this in mind: Follow five selected word routes. Every step must use a word from the included supporting list; the list does not contain every English word.
Which play mode does Word Ladder use?
For clarity: The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.
