Battle through the Underworld one word at a time. Guess gods, weapons, boons, and legendary moments from Supergiant's roguelike masterpiece.
Every word you guess brings you closer to breaking free from Tartarus. The game draws from the full pantheon of characters, weapons, and lore that define your journey through the Underworld. Expect to encounter names like Zagreus, Nyx, Thanatos, and Meg (short for Megaera, one of the three Furies alongside Alecto and Tisiphone). Location-based words like Asphodel, Elysium, and Styx test your memory of each biome, while terms like boon, dash, and cast reflect the core combat mechanics that keep runs fresh.
Divine aid defines every escape attempt. Words tied to the Olympian gods appear frequently: Ares for raw damage, Athena for deflection, Hermes for speed, and Aphrodite for weakness. Don't overlook Chaos and their realm Erebus, or the merchant Charon who might charge you in Styx if you steal from him. Weapon-related terms show up too—blade and blades for the Stygian Blade, fists for Malphon, and the hammer upgrades from Daedalus that can redefine your build mid-run.
Between runs, the House of Hades comes alive with NPCs whose names make excellent puzzle fodder. Hypnos sleeps at the desk, Dusa the floating gorgon tidies up, Cerberus guards the main hall, and Achilles trains in the courtyard. Even Bouldy gets a spot in the word pool—Sisyphus's beloved boulder and the goodest boy in Tartarus. The Codex provides lore on every encounter, and the Mirror of Night lets you spend Darkness on permanent upgrades. These systems become second nature to veterans, making the words feel intuitive once you've sunk hours into the game.
How many words are in the Hades Wordle pool?
The game includes over 100 words pulled from characters, locations, items, and mechanics unique to Hades.
Are sequel terms included?
Currently, the word list focuses on the original Hades. Melinoë, Hecate, and Hades II content may appear in future updates.
What's the hardest word to guess?
Players often struggle with Dracon (the Temple of Styx mini-boss) and Hestia, the one Olympian who doesn't appear in-game but gets referenced in dialogue.
Can I replay to improve my time?
Yes—each puzzle can be attempted multiple times, and the game tracks your fastest solve.
Is there a heat system like in the main game?
Not yet, but we're considering a hard mode that limits guesses or hides letter feedback. Let us know if you'd want that challenge.