Runglio #2: HARD → SOFT

Oct 11, 2026 · best route 5 moves

On Oct 11, 2026, the Runglio word ladder asked players to turn HARD into SOFT, changing one letter at a time. The shortest route takes 5 moves: HARD, HART, MART, MORT, SORT, SOFT.

The best route

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

Step by step

1. HARD to HART: change the 4th letter, D to T.
2. HART to MART: change the 1st letter, H to M.
3. MART to MORT: change the 2nd letter, A to O.
4. MORT to SORT: change the 1st letter, M to S.
5. SORT to SOFT: change the 3rd letter, R to F.

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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