To conquer the game, players must figure out the daily five-letter word after six attempts through an elimination process. Green boxes indicate the letter is correct and in the correct place; yellow boxes indicate the letter is in the word, though not in the correct spot; and gray boxes indicate the letter is not in the word at all.

The spangram describes the puzzle’s theme and touches two opposite sides of the board. It may be two words. The spangram highlights in yellow when found. An example spangram with corresponding theme words: PEAR,