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HANGIN' MAN
- A hangman spin-off -
Remember playing Hangman on the back of notebooks?
Hangin' Man brings back that childhood fun but with a twist that keeps you hooked. For those who’ve never heard of Hangman, don’t worry, it’s super easy. You have to guess a word letter by letter. Each wrong guess adds a piece to the stick figure. To win, you need to finish the word before the figure is done. This game does something smart, though. It mixes nostalgia with real challenge. Here, you need to guess as many words as possible in a 5-minute timer. Each correct guess boosts your score and gives you extra time. You also get helpful hints like word definitions and similar words. Solve fast and nail multiple words in a row? You'll rack up bonus points. Can't figure out a tricky word? Skip it and keep going. It's not about being perfect, it's about finding that sweet spot between speed and accuracy. That's what makes this word game oddly satisfying and keeps you coming back for more.
~ Your brain's favorite game ~
How to Play
Try to guess as many words as you can in 5 minutes. Each correct word gives you points.
Each wrong letter adds a part to the hangman. It stays even when you move to the next word.
Use the refresh button to skip a word you find hard. It will reduce your time by 5 seconds.
Your score depends on the length of the word and how fast you guess it.
The game ends if the 5-minute timer runs out or the full hangman is drawn.
High Score shows your best score so far in all game sessions.
Word Count shows maximum number of full words you've guessed correctly in a single game session.
Streak is the number of correct words you've guessed without skipping a word.
Tips & Tricks
Pay close attention to the hints — they may contain more than one clue about the word.
Try spotting patterns in vowels and consonants — this can help guess the word faster.
If a word feels too hard, don't spend more than 15 seconds on it — consider skipping.
Skipping is better than making too many wrong guesses and building the hangman.
Watch for plurals or past participle of the word — they can be tricky.
Use the word's definition hint to figure out if it's a noun, verb, etc. — this makes guessing easier.
FAQ
Do I need to login to play?
No, you don't need to login to play. We don't store any personal information.
How can I turn on music?
Go to Settings > Game Settings > Music to pick music and control its volume.
How can I change volume of sound effects?
Go to Settings > Game Settings > Sound Effects to control sound effects volume.
How can I change my character?
Go to Settings > Character Settings. There you can choose different accessories, face styles, and more.
How do I get on the leaderboard?
If your score is equal to or higher than the 10th best score, you'll appear on the leaderboard.
Can I download the game?
No need to download — just play it on your browser at https://hanginman.xyz.
How to bookmark this game?
You can bookmark this game by clicking the bookmark icon in the top right corner of the page.
What happens if I refresh the page?
Please don't refresh the page. Your game progress will be lost.
Are there different game modes?
Yes, there are two game modes: Casual and Competitive. You can choose a mode in Settings > Game Settings > Mode.
What is the difference between Casual and Competitive modes?
In Casual mode, you are given common words. In Competitive mode, you are given random words.
Are there different difficulty levels?
Yes, you can choose a difficulty level in Settings > Game Settings > Difficulty. The available levels are Easy, Medium, and Hard.
What is the difference between Easy, Medium, and Hard difficulty levels?
In Easy mode, you are given lots of hints. In Medium mode, you are given a balanced number of hints. In Hard mode, you are given few hints.
Can I play with friends?
Right now it's single-player only, but you can still compete by comparing scores.
How are scores calculated?
Score is based on how long the word is, how fast you guessed it, and your streak.
What happens if I run out of time?
The game ends and your final score is shown. If it's higher than your previous high score, your high score will be updated.
That's it! Wish you all the best mate!