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The classic word guessing game - guess the word before the hangman is complete!

How to Play Hangman

Hangman is a classic word guessing game. A random word is chosen from a category, and you must guess the letters one at a time. Each correct guess reveals the letter in the word. Each wrong guess adds a body part to the hangman. You have 6 wrong guesses before the game is over. Try to guess the word before the hangman is complete!

Game Features

  • Multiple word categories: Animals, Countries, Foods, Objects, Nature, Sports
  • On-screen keyboard for mouse/touch input
  • Physical keyboard support - just type letters to guess
  • Win/loss tracking and current streak display
  • Category hints to help guide your guesses

Tips for Winning

  • Start with common vowels: E, A, I, O, U
  • Try common consonants next: R, S, T, L, N
  • Use the category hint to narrow down possibilities
  • Look for common word patterns as letters are revealed
  • Avoid guessing uncommon letters like Q, X, Z early