What is Detective Daily?
Detective Daily is a daily word puzzle where you must guess a hidden 5-letter word in six attempts. After each guess, colored feedback reveals which letters are correct, misplaced, or absent. Everyone receives the same puzzle each day, making it easy to compare results without spoiling the answer. The detective theme frames this as a daily case file. Each day brings a new mystery word, and you have one chance to crack it.
How it works
You enter a valid 5-letter word and submit your guess. Each letter is then color-coded: green means correct letter in the correct position, yellow means the letter exists but is in the wrong position, and gray means the letter is not in the word. You have six attempts to deduce the correct word. The puzzle resets at midnight, and a new word becomes available.
Rules
- Guess a valid 5-letter word
- Green indicates correct letter and position
- Yellow indicates correct letter but wrong position
- Gray indicates the letter is not in the word
- Solve within six attempts
- One puzzle per day — no retries
Tips & Strategies
- Start with words containing common letters (e.g., E, A, R, T, O)
- Avoid repeating letters that have been marked gray
- Pay attention to letter positions, not just presence
- Consider common word patterns and endings
- Use your second guess to test new letters
- Share your result grid to compare with others
Why players enjoy Detective Daily
Daily word puzzles create a shared experience. Because everyone solves the same puzzle, you can discuss strategies and compare results without spoiling the answer. The one-attempt-per-day format encourages consistency and prevents burnout. Each puzzle takes only a few minutes, making it an ideal daily mental ritual.
Daily mode
Detective Daily is the daily mode. A new puzzle is available every day at midnight. Results can be shared as an emoji grid that shows your path to the solution without revealing the word.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Detective Daily case?
A daily word puzzle where you guess a 5-letter word in six attempts.
How often does it reset?
A new puzzle is available every day at midnight.
Can I replay today's case?
No. Each day's puzzle can only be attempted once.
Does it combine multiple puzzle types?
The core format is word-guessing, but themes may vary.
Is Detective Daily free?
Yes. Completely free with no hidden costs.
Can I share my result?
Yes. Use the Share button to copy your result grid.