Word Search
Play Word Search free online. Find every hidden word in the letter grid.
Words are hidden horizontally, vertically and diagonally. Select the first and last letter of a word to mark it found.
- Category: Word
- Difficulty: easy
- Players: 1 player
- Typical game: about 5 minutes
- Works on: desktop, phones and tablets
How to play Word Search
Objective: Find all the listed words.
- Look for a word from the list in the grid.
- Select its first letter, then its last letter.
- A correct selection highlights the word and crosses it off the list.
Scoring
Points for every word found; finding them all wins the board.
Difficulty levels
Easy: 8×8 grid, 5 words, all read forwards. Normal: 10×10, 7 words, some written backwards. Hard: 13×13, 10 words in any direction.
Tips
- Scan for uncommon letters first.
- Check the diagonals once rows and columns are done.
Controls
Keyboard
- Tab to move between letters, Enter to select
- P to pause, R to restart
Mouse
- Click the first letter, then the last letter of a word
Touch
- Tap the first letter, then the last letter of a word
Word Search achievements
- Word Spotter – Score 100 points on one board.
- Puzzle Solved – Find every word on a board.
Frequently asked questions
Is Word Search free to play?
Yes. Word Search is completely free on GamesPlayLand, with no download, no sign-up and no purchases.
How do you play Word Search?
Find all the listed words. Look for a word from the list in the grid. Select its first letter, then its last letter.
Can I play Word Search on my phone?
Yes. Word Search works in mobile browsers on phones and tablets, with no app to install. Tap the first letter, then the last letter of a word.
Does Word Search save my high score?
Yes. Your personal best, statistics and achievements for Word Search are saved in your browser automatically.
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