Word Search

Hidden Evidence Hunt

Critical evidence is hidden in plain sight. Scan the grid carefully and locate all the clues before the trail goes cold.

How to Play

  • 1.Review the word list - these are your targets.
  • 2.Scan the 12×12 letter grid for hidden words.
  • 3.Click/tap and drag to select a word.
  • 4.Find all 8 words to complete the case!

Controls

  • Click + Drag: Select word path
  • Release: Confirm selection
  • Touch: Tap and swipe on mobile

Word Directions

↖ Diagonal
↑ Up
↗ Diagonal
← Left
→ Right
↙ Diagonal
↓ Down
↘ Diagonal

Tips

  • • Start with longer words - they're easier to spot
  • • Look for uncommon letters like Q, X, Z first
  • • Check all 8 directions systematically
  • • Words never overlap with themselves

FAQ

Q:What is Word Search?

Word Search is a classic puzzle where you find hidden words in a grid of letters. Words can be placed horizontally, vertically, or diagonally in any direction.

Q:How do I select a word?

Click or tap the first letter, then drag to the last letter of the word. Release to confirm your selection. If correct, the word will be highlighted.

Q:What directions can words go?

Words can be placed in 8 directions: left-to-right, right-to-left, top-to-bottom, bottom-to-top, and all four diagonal directions.

Q:How big is the grid?

The standard grid is 12x12 letters, containing 8 hidden words per puzzle. The grid size is optimized for both desktop and mobile play.

Q:Is there a time limit?

No time limit, but your completion time is tracked. Faster times can unlock achievements like 'Quick Eye' for solving under 40 seconds.

Q:What if I select wrong letters?

Wrong selections don't count against you, but they're tracked for the 'Clean Sweep' achievement. Simply try again with a different selection.