Classic Hangman

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Classic Hangman is a classic word-guessing game that has been enjoyed by people of all ages for generations. It's a simple yet engaging game that tests your vocabulary and problem-solving skills.

How to Play

The game is typically played between two people, but can also be enjoyed solo with a computer or mobile app.

  1. Choosing a word: One player thinks of a word and writes down a series of dashes representing the number of letters in the word.
  2. Guessing letters: The other player starts guessing letters one at a time.
  3. Revealing letters: If the guessed letter appears in the word, the letter is placed in its correct position(s). If the letter does not appear, the player makes an incorrect guess.
  4. The Hangman: For each incorrect guess, a part of a stick figure is drawn. The game ends when the entire hangman is drawn before the word is guessed, or when the player correctly guesses all the letters in the word.

Variations and Challenges

While the basic rules remain the same, there are countless variations to keep the game interesting:

  • Word categories: The word can be limited to a specific category, such as animals, countries, or famous people.
  • Difficulty levels: The length of the word or the allowed number of incorrect guesses can be adjusted to suit different skill levels.
  • Time limits: Adding a time limit can increase the pressure and excitement of the game.
  • Team play: Two or more players can work together to guess the word.

Instructions

Using Mouse and Keyboard.

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