Octordle — Solve 8 Words at Once in 13 Tries
Welcome to Octordle, the ultimate endurance test for Wordle fans. If you find solving one, two, or four grids too quick, Octordle bumps the challenge up significantly. In Octordle, you solve eight separate five-letter words simultaneously. Every guess you enter is evaluated on all eight grids, providing a complex set of hints to decode. With only thirteen guesses in total, keeping your moves planned and structured is key to claiming victory.
How to Play Octordle
To play, type any valid 5-letter English word on the keyboard and press Enter. The game will color-code the letters on all eight grids side-by-side: Green indicates correct letter and position, Yellow shows the letter is in the word but in a different position, and Gray means the letter is not present in that word. You win when you successfully solve all eight boards within your thirteen guesses.
Octordle vs Quordle — Key Differences
The main difference is the layout and attempt limit:
- Quordle: 4 words, 9 guesses. A great balance of speed and complexity.
- Octordle: 8 words, 13 guesses. With only 5 extra guesses for 4 extra words, you cannot afford to guess specific words early. You must focus on letter elimination across all grids first.
What Is a Good Octordle Score?
Solving eight distinct words with only thirteen guesses requires strong coordination. Any score under 10 guesses is considered elite.
Octordle Score Benchmarks Table
| Guesses Needed | Rating | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 9 Guesses | Grandmaster | Unbelievably good luck and lightning-fast deduction. |
| 10 Guesses | Expert | Very efficient solve with minimal wasted guesses. |
| 11 Guesses | Above Average | Strong play, keeping your moves structured. |
| 12 Guesses | Average / Safe | The typical score for most successful Octordle rounds. |
| 13 Guesses | Phew! | You scraped by on your final attempt! |
Best Starting Words for Octordle
Maximizing Letter Coverage Across 8 Boards
In Octordle, you must cover as many vowels and common consonants as possible on turns 1 and 2 to reveal hints on all eight boards before you run out of moves.
Recommended Opening Guesses
Using a preset pair like TEARS and CHINO, or ADIEU followed by SNOUT, tests the majority of the most common letters in English, paving the way for easier solutions.
Octordle Strategy — How to Tackle 8 Grids
Broad Coverage vs Board-Specific Focus
Do not try to guess a specific word on board 1 immediately. Play 2 or 3 letter-elimination words to clear out the keyboard first.
Tracking Letters Across Eight Grids
Pay attention to all eight boards. A letter that is green on Board A might be yellow on Board B and gray on Board C. Keep these variations in mind.
When to Isolate Individual Boards
Identify the "easiest" board (the one with the most green letters) and solve it. This frees up your screen and mental space to tackle the remaining, more difficult boards.
Octordle Daily vs Practice Mode
Test yourself with the official daily Octordle puzzle, or play our free Octordle Practice Mode to generate endless random boards and build up your skills.
Try Other Multi-Grid Wordle Games
Love Octordle? Challenge yourself further with the 16-board puzzle Sedecordle, or play the massive 32-board game Duotrigordle!
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Octordle?
Octordle is a popular word game where players guess eight hidden five-letter words at the same time in thirteen attempts.
How many guesses do you get in Octordle?
You get exactly 13 attempts to solve all eight words.
Is Octordle harder than Quordle?
Yes, because managing eight separate words instead of four increases the complexity, leaving you with fewer guesses to spare.
What is the best strategy for Octordle?
Start with a broad letter elimination strategy using words like TEARS and CHINO, and then solve boards from easiest to hardest.
What is a good score in Octordle?
Solving all eight words in 9 or 10 guesses is considered a highly skilled score.
Can I play Octordle unlimited times?
Yes! We offer a completely free Octordle Practice Mode so you can play unlimited games.
Is Octordle free to play?
Yes, Octordle is 100% free with no registrations or ads on Quardle.org.