Researchers found a Wordle strategy that wins 99% of the time

Science Daily | Fri, 19 Jun 2026 08:50:45 EDT

In the lab, minds spark,
Shannon's rules crack Wordle's code,
Ninety-nine wins claimed.

Researchers developed a Wordle-solving strategy that succeeds 99% of the time by focusing on information gain rather than likely answers. The method uses Shannon entropy to identify guesses that reveal the most about the hidden word. Each guess is designed to slash uncertainty and narrow…

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