Versus Bot: a race to the final word

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Versus Bot: a race to the final word

You and a computer opponent start from the same four-letter word. Both build a ladder to POOP, one legal change at a time. Reach the target before the bot to win the round.

Choose your opponent

Three bots offer different speeds and habits. Changing opponents starts a new round.

Sloppy Plunger takes more time between moves and sometimes follows a detour.
Speedy Flush moves faster and takes fewer detours.
Grandmaster Commode moves fastest and follows a shortest route.

Think ahead while the bot keeps moving

The race display shows both players’ progress and move counts. A legal word can still take you farther from the goal, so a short pause to plan your next two moves may save a longer detour.

If the bot reaches POOP first, try a rematch or choose a more relaxed opponent. Your versus wins and losses are saved in your browser. This mode uses computer opponents; it does not match you with another person online.

Frequently asked questions

Is Poople Versus an online multiplayer game?

Versus mode races you against one of three computer-controlled bots. To challenge a friend to the same word pair, use the custom puzzle builder and share its link.