A daily puzzle to find the longest hidden word in the fewest guesses. Tap letters left to right across the grid, skipping any you like, to spell words.
Odle
Write an ode to today's subject using only the letters provided.
What is Odle?
Odle is a daily creative writing game that combines anagrams with poetry. Each day players are given a topic phrase and write an ode using only the letters contained in that phrase. The game keeps the rules loose, emphasizing creative expression over strict wordplay.
How to play Odle
When the daily topic phrase appears, the on-screen keyboard shows only the available letters. Compose your ode using those letters as many times as you like, then use the share button to send your creation as text or an image. A new Odle challenge is posted every day at 10 PM EST.
Tips & strategy
- Look at the topic phrase first and note which letters are available before you start writing.
- Start with short lines and simple words; the daily keyboard has all the letters you need, but some combinations are easier to work with than others.
- You can reuse any letter as many times as you want, so don't worry if a letter appears only once in the topic phrase.
- There are no wrong answers, so write something silly or serious and don't force a rhyme.
- You can write more than one Odle per day; try a quick draft first, then come back for a more polished version.
Frequently asked questions
Is Odle free to play?
The site text does not mention any cost, so it appears to be a free browser-based daily game.
Do I have to use every letter from the topic phrase?
No. The instructions say to write your ode using only the letters contained in the topic phrase, not that you must use all of them.
When does the new daily phrase appear?
A new daily Odle challenge is posted each day at 10 PM EST.
Can I share my Odle with friends?
Yes. There is a share button, and you can share your creation as text or as an image.
Does my ode have to rhyme?
No. The page states that there are no rules and no wrong answers, so rhyme is completely optional.
Where to play
Play Odleodle.app · free, new puzzle daily
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