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Worldle (worldle.teuteuf.fr)

879 points by infiniteseries · 1672 days ago · 226 comments on HN

Article summary

Worldle is a daily geography puzzle game where players guess a country based on its silhouette, with clues provided after each guess. The game is free to play and offers a new puzzle every day at midnight local time. Players can use the clues, including distance, direction, and proximity percentage, to narrow down their next guess. The game also offers bonus rounds and an archive mode for premium members.

Main themes

  • geography puzzle game
  • daily puzzle
  • country guessing
  • game design
  • education
  • user experience

What commenters say

  • The game's country selection can be buggy and raise errors for valid country names.
  • The direction and distance clues can be interpreted in different ways, leading to confusion.
  • The game's design and user experience have room for improvement, including the visibility of the instructions.
  • The game is a fun and educational way to learn about geography and discover new places.
  • Some players would like to see additional features, such as infinite play mode or more clues.
  • The game's similarity to Wordle has led to comparisons and discussions about the merits of each game.
  • The use of an English dictionary for country names may cause issues for players using different spellings.
  • The game's educational value is a major draw for players and educators alike.