If You Like Wordle, You Should Play These 10 Other Word Games Next

Beyond Wordle: 10 Fun Puzzle Games to Try Now

Wordle has quickly become a staple in the world of online puzzles, drawing millions of players daily. Created by Josh Wardle in 2021, the simple yet addictive word game has captured hearts worldwide. After being acquired by the New York Times in 2022, its popularity only grew. If you’ve conquered today’s Wordle or simply enjoy a good challenge, you might be looking for something new. Here’s a list of 10 puzzle games like Wordle that will test your skills and keep you entertained.

1. Connections

Connections is another New York Times-owned puzzle that will push your brainpower. The goal is to group words into four categories, but there’s a catch: you can’t make more than four mistakes. This game is similar to the British quiz show Only Connect, where you must identify hidden links between words. Playable on any web browser, Connections requires a New York Times subscription (starting at $1 a week).

2. Strands

If you’re a fan of word searches, Strands is a must-try. Instead of a traditional word search grid, you’re given a theme each day and must find hidden words in a more dynamic puzzle. Words can appear in all directions—forward, backward, or even in zigzag patterns. You can play Strands on any web browser, but a New York Times subscription is required to access the game.

3. Quartiles

For those with an Apple News Plus subscription, Quartiles offers a challenging word puzzle. Available on iPhones and iPads with iOS 17.5 or later, Quartiles gives you 20 lettered tiles and asks you to form words. The game’s hardest challenge is finding the “Quartiles”—four-letter words, which are the longest words in the puzzle.

4. Dordle, Quordle, Octordle, and Sedecordle

If you think solving one Wordle puzzle at a time is fun, wait until you try these spinoffs. Dordle lets you solve two words simultaneously, while Quordle increases the challenge with four words. For those who crave even more, Octordle tasks you with solving eight words, and Sedecordle ups the ante by challenging you to complete 16. These games will stretch your mental muscles and are available on any web browser.

5. Lewdle

For those who don’t mind a bit of crude humor, Lewdle offers a cheeky twist on the Wordle formula. This game uses profanity and vulgarity (but no slurs) to create a fun and often hilarious puzzle experience. If you love the thrill of guessing, but with a side of humor, Lewdle is worth checking out. It’s available for play on web browsers, and you can also download it on the App Store or Google Play Store.

6. Antiwordle

Are you tired of always aiming to guess the word correctly in Wordle? Antiwordle flips the script by challenging you to avoid guessing the word at all costs. The objective is to eliminate letters from the puzzle, making sure you never end up with the correct answer. With the gray, yellow, and red system, Antiwordle is more difficult than Wordle but offers an entirely new experience. You can play it on any web browser.

7. Absurdle

Absurdle is the “adversarial version” of Wordle. While Wordle gently guides you toward the correct answer, Absurdle actively tries to mislead you. It doesn’t select the word at the beginning; instead, it uses your guesses to narrow down possible words, always aiming to make the game last as long as possible. You can play Absurdle on any web browser and enjoy the unpredictability it brings.

8. Letter Boxed

Another challenging puzzle game is Letter Boxed. Each puzzle gives you a set of 16 letters placed in a square grid. You must find a path that connects all the letters, using each one at least once to form words. It’s a great game for lovers of word challenges and is available for free on The New York Times Games website (with a subscription).

9. Wordscapes

If you enjoy finding words in a word search format but want a slightly more relaxed pace, Wordscapes is perfect for you. This game challenges you to form words from a set of letters, with each level becoming progressively harder. You can play it on your phone or tablet, and it offers an easy way to kill time while still keeping your brain sharp.

10. Ruzzle

Ruzzle is a fast-paced word search game that’s perfect for players who love a time challenge. You have two minutes to find as many words as possible from a 4×4 grid of letters. Compete with friends or random players, and see who can rack up the most points. Available on iOS and Android, Ruzzle is a fun and engaging way to test your word-finding skills.

Conclusion: Word Games Galore

If you’ve mastered Wordle and are craving something new, these puzzle games provide the perfect next challenge. Whether you want to solve multiple puzzles at once in Quordle or test your wits in Absurdle’s tricky format, there’s something here for everyone. Share your thoughts in the comments below—what’s your favorite word game? Stay tuned for more updates and keep flexing those brain muscles with these fun and addictive puzzles!