Fore! New York Times Celebrates First Ever Wordle Day with Wordle Golf
Calling all Wordle fanatics! Mark your calendars because a new holiday has officially arrived: Wordle Day! The New York Times, the current home of the wildly popular word game, declared May 6th as the official day to celebrate the game that has captivated millions worldwide. But the celebration doesn't stop there – prepare to tee off with the brand new Wordle Golf!
Wordle Golf: A New Way to Play
What is Wordle Golf exactly? Think of it as a competitive twist on the classic Wordle formula. Players compete against each other to solve a series of 18 Wordle puzzles (curated by Tracy Bennett, the Times’ games editor) with the lowest score emerging as the victor. Each guess counts as a point, mirroring the scoring system in golf. Successfully solving the Wordle on your first try nets you a coveted "Hole in One," while failing results in a score of 6.5.
The concept is simple, yet strategic. Every day, millions of players tackle the original Wordle, and a staggering 2.8 million people use the same starting word! Wordle Golf injects a fresh layer of competition, turning the solo word puzzle into a social challenge.
Why Wordle Day?
The New York Times Wordle Editor Tracy Bennett cleverly explains the choice of date, stating, "Because Wordle uses five letters with six guesses to find a secret word, we thought May 6 would be the perfect date to celebrate the game." It's a lighthearted reason, but it underscores the game's global impact and the joy it brings to millions daily.
How to Play Wordle Golf
To join in the Wordle Golf fun, gather some friends and access the 18 puzzles curated by Tracy Bennett on The New York Times website. Keep track of your score for each puzzle and compare it with your fellow competitors. The player with the lowest overall score at the end of the course wins bragging rights as the Wordle Golf champion!
A Cultural Phenomenon
From its humble beginnings as a personal project by Welsh engineer Josh Wardle in 2021, Wordle quickly became a global phenomenon, eventually being acquired by The New York Times. The game’s simplicity and addictive nature have turned casual players into dedicated daily solvers. The introduction of Wordle Golf demonstrates the Times' commitment to keeping the experience fresh and engaging for its massive audience.
So, will you be hitting the links with Wordle Golf to celebrate the first-ever Wordle Day? Let us know your scores and strategies in the comments below! What's your favorite starting word?