Rungs
Transform one word into another, one letter at a time
- ~3 min
- Word chain
- Word
Play today's puzzle
How to play Rungs
- 1Change one letter at a time
- 2Each step must form a valid word
- 3Reach the target word in as few steps as possible
Tips and strategy for Rungs
- Change exactly one letter per step, and check that the new word sounds real before sending it.
- Work backwards from the target word when the start has no obvious neighbor.
- Plan the whole chain, because a word you have used cannot appear again.
Questions about Rungs
What counts as a valid step in Rungs?
Each step changes exactly one letter and must form a real word of the same length, or the game rejects the move.
How long does a Rungs puzzle take?
The estimate is about three minutes, and the goal is the fewest steps rather than the fastest typing.