Word Ladder Game

Transform the start word into the target word, changing one letter at a time. Each step must be a real word!

Select Word Length: 3-Letter Words 4-Letter Words Start Game

Start Word: -

Target Word: -

Submit

Word Chain:

-

🧠 Minimum Steps Required: -

Return to Resources

🔍 How the Algorithm Works

The game uses a Breadth-First Search (BFS) algorithm to find the shortest path between words. It builds a word graph where each valid word is connected to words that differ by just one letter, then explores transformations step by step. As you play, the game gives you puzzles with longer shortest possible chains.