Patentdle
Read excerpts from a real patent and guess the everyday invention.
What is Patentdle?
Why Patentdle is on Unfound
It was the #50 top post of the past year on r/WebGames, from a developer whose earlier guessing game Patchdle drew coverage from Dexerto and Polygon.
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What players say
Highlights
- Real patent text revealed one excerpt at a time
- Same-category guesses earn a 'close' hint
- Full archive of past puzzles
Keep in mind
- One puzzle a day
- Patent prose is dry if technical writing isn't your thing
About Patentdle
The puzzle opens with one excerpt and the decade the patent was granted. Each wrong guess, or a skip, reveals another excerpt, and they get easier as you go; guess something in the same category and the game tells you you're close but not there.
A new patent arrives every day at 05:00 Oslo time, and every past puzzle is in the archive. It's a clever fit for engineers, inventors, history-of-technology fans and anyone who enjoys decoding dense technical prose.
Patentdle FAQ
Is Patentdle free?
Yes. It's free in the browser, and the developer accepts tips on Ko-fi.
How many guesses do you get in Patentdle?
Six. Each wrong guess reveals another, easier excerpt from the patent.
When does the new Patentdle come out?
Every day at 05:00 Oslo time.
