Runglio #4: RING → GOLD
Oct 13, 2026 · best route 5 moves
On Oct 13, 2026, the Runglio word ladder asked players to turn RING into GOLD, changing one letter at a time. The shortest route takes 5 moves: RING, WING, WIND, WILD, GILD, GOLD.
The best route
RING
WING
WIND
WILD
GILD
GOLD
Amber letters already match the target in that spot. The last word is green.
Step by step
- RING to WING: change the 1st letter, R to W.
- WING to WIND: change the 4th letter, G to D.
- WIND to WILD: change the 3rd letter, N to L.
- WILD to GILD: change the 1st letter, W to G.
- GILD to GOLD: change the 2nd letter, I 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.