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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. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move. Begin with the solo mode shown on the page. Keep the game area visible while you use its controls.
Focus on one rule
Choose one rule to keep in mind for this round. Apply it consistently rather than guessing what another version might allow. Use the example to check your reasoning.
Your goal
Find all letters before eight incorrect guesses. A correct guess does not reduce the remaining allowance. An attractive position is not enough unless the goal is met. Notice how the game responds to your input.
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. Keep the playing area visible while using these controls. A new-round button replaces the current round.
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. Keep the controls nearby.
Watch out for this
Selecting the same letter twice has no effect. Read the feedback to see why an action did not have the expected result. Before your first action, say what you are trying to achieve. Then compare the result with the goal.
Common questions
For a quick reminder, what is the goal of Hangman?
Keep this in mind: Find all letters before eight incorrect guesses. A correct guess does not reduce the remaining allowance.
For this browser game, how do I control Hangman?
The key detail is this: Use the on-screen controls with a mouse or touch.
When I return, what example helps explain Hangman?
Here is the relevant explanation: In LETTER, choosing T reveals both T positions. It uses no incorrect guesses.
While learning, what should I watch out for in Hangman?
Here is the relevant explanation: Selecting the same letter twice has no effect.
Before I begin, what format does Hangman offer?
The key detail is this: Play using the solo mode shown on this page. Read the controls before starting a new round.
While learning, which play mode does Hangman use?
The key detail is this: The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.