About Tiles
Tiles is a daily word puzzle. Each day’s grid of letter tiles hides four to six words from one category, such as Beach Day.
Every word you find locks into a coloured bar and the tiles around it close up, so the grid gets easier to read as you go. Everyone gets the same grid each day, so you can compare your time and hints with friends.
How to play Tiles
- Read today’s category. Every hidden word belongs to it.
- Tap, type or drag letters in order to spell a word, then press Submit.
- A correct word locks into place and the remaining tiles close up.
- Stuck? Shuffle the grid to see new combinations, or use a hint to see a clue for a word.
- Find every word to finish. A faster time and fewer hints make a better score.
Tiles FAQ
What are bonus words?
If you spell a real word that isn’t one of today’s answers, it counts as a bonus word. Every three bonus words earn you a hint.
Are there free hints?
No. Hints only come from bonus words, and any hints you use show on your score.
How is Tiles scored?
Your time and the number of hints you used. Fewer hints and a faster time beat your friends.
Can I practise first?
Yes. The practice round walks you through a small grid before you play today’s puzzle.