My New Daily Game Is Like Wordle But For Minigolf
I've pretty much lapsed in my Wordle devotion. Once a fanatic who would crawl through broken glass to make sure I kept my daily streak alive, I now only remember to play Wordle maybe a few times a month. Hey, it happens. Five empty boxes can only remain appealing for so long.
So I'm always on the lookout for a new daily fix, a game like Wordle that isn't actually Wordle, and I'm happy to say I've found my latest morning go-to game. My new daily game is like Wordle but for minigolf. It's called putt.day, and it's a new hole of minigolf each and every day. You already know how to play, probably: click and drag behind the ball (or press and drag if you're on mobile). The further you drag, the harder your shot will be. Drag anywhere else on the screen to look around, zoom in and out using the mouse wheel (or by pinching on mobile) and try to get your ball to the hole in as few shots as possible.
I'm terrible at it, and seemingly most of the PC Gamer staff is too, but the important thing is we've found something new to do with a couple minutes of our time every morning. You can share scores, Wordle-like, on social media or in chats, and you can replay a hole if you want to beat your own score.
How to Play and What to Expect
Putt.day is designed for quick, daily play sessions. Each day brings a fresh minigolf course, so there's always something new to tackle. The mechanics are simple but satisfying — drag to aim and power, zoom in to get a better view of the course, and try to get your ball into the hole with as few strokes as possible. The game doesn't require any sign-in, though it'll keep track of your streaks and scores as long as you don't clear your browser data.
There's also an archive of past holes that goes back about two months if a single hole per day isn't enough for you. Whether you're looking for a quick distraction or a new challenge, putt.day offers a fun and engaging way to spend a few minutes each day.
Why Putt.Day Works as a Daily Game
Putt.day has all the elements that make Wordle so addictive — a daily challenge, a simple mechanic, and the satisfaction of completing a task. But instead of guessing a five-letter word, you're aiming for a hole-in-one (or as close as you can get). The game is made by ell.dev, using public domain minigolf models created by Kenney. It's a great example of how developers are using familiar concepts to create new and exciting experiences.
Give it a try! I got 20 in today's course, which is a par 12 (I told you I was terrible) but I'm sure you can do better.
