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How to Play Snowman

Snowman is a kid-friendly version of the classic word-guessing game. The original "Hangman" name can be upsetting or scary for young players, so we've reimagined it with a cheerful snowman that builds up with each wrong guess!

Game Rules

  • Guess letters: Click the on-screen keyboard or type on your keyboard to guess letters.
  • Correct guesses: If the letter is in the word, it will be revealed.
  • Wrong guesses: If the letter is not in the word, a part of the snowman is built.
  • Win: Guess all the letters before the snowman is complete to win!
  • Lose: If the snowman is completed (6 wrong guesses), you lose.

Difficulty Levels

  • Easy: Simple, short words perfect for beginners.
  • Medium: Longer words with more variety.
  • Hard: Challenging words and fun phrases!

Tips to Win

  • Start with common vowels like E, A, O, I.
  • Try common consonants next: R, S, T, L, N.
  • Look for patterns in partially revealed words.
  • Think about word length and possible matches.

About This Game

Snowman is a modern, family-friendly take on the classic word-guessing game traditionally known as "Hangman." While the original game has been popular since Victorian England, its imagery of a gallows can be upsetting for children. Our Snowman version keeps all the fun and educational value—helping players learn spelling and vocabulary—while replacing the morbid imagery with a cheerful winter theme!

Instead of drawing a figure on a gallows, each wrong guess builds part of a friendly snowman: first the snowballs, then the face, arms, and finally a cozy hat. It's the same classic gameplay that generations have loved, now reimagined for all ages.

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