Runglio #20: VILE → DOOM
Oct 29, 2026 · best route 6 moves
On Oct 29, 2026, the Runglio word ladder asked players to turn VILE into DOOM, changing one letter at a time. The shortest route takes 6 moves: VILE, FILE, FIRE, FIRM, FORM, DORM, DOOM.
The best route
VILE
FILE
FIRE
FIRM
FORM
DORM
DOOM
Amber letters already match the target in that spot. The last word is green.
Step by step
- VILE to FILE: change the 1st letter, V to F.
- FILE to FIRE: change the 3rd letter, L to R.
- FIRE to FIRM: change the 4th letter, E to M.
- FIRM to FORM: change the 2nd letter, I to O.
- FORM to DORM: change the 1st letter, F to D.
- DORM to DOOM: change the 3rd letter, R to O.
There can be more than one good route. Runglio scores you against the shortest one, so matching it counts as a perfect route.