Runglio #1: COLD → WARM

Oct 10, 2026 · best route 4 moves

On Oct 10, 2026, the Runglio word ladder asked players to turn COLD into WARM, changing one letter at a time. The shortest route takes 4 moves: COLD, CORD, WORD, WARD, WARM.

The best route

Amber letters already match the target in that spot. The last word is green.

Step by step

1. COLD to CORD: change the 3rd letter, L to R.
2. CORD to WORD: change the 1st letter, C to W.
3. WORD to WARD: change the 2nd letter, O to A.
4. WARD to WARM: change the 4th letter, D to M.

There can be more than one good route. Runglio scores you against the shortest one, so matching it counts as a perfect route.

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