HOW TO PLAY
- 1Read the 3 row types (left) and 3 column types (top) - each cell must satisfy both.
- 2Click any empty cell to open the Pokémon picker.
- 3Search by name, filter by type tab, or browse. Grayed-out Pokémon are already used.
- 4Your pick is final. ✅ = correct & earns points. ❌ = wrong but still placed.
- 5Fill all 9 cells correctly to win. Rarer picks earn bonus rarity points!
FAQ
What is Pokedle?
Pokedle is a daily Pokémon grid puzzle. Fill a 3×3 grid by picking Pokémon that match both the row type and column type at that position. Inspired by Immaculate Grid.
How many guesses do I get?
9 total - one per cell. Each placement is permanent whether correct or not, so think carefully!
Can I reuse a Pokémon?
No. Every Pokémon can only appear once in the 3×3 grid.
How is scoring calculated?
Each correct cell earns (guesses remaining + 1) base points, plus a rarity bonus based on how obscure the Pokémon is. Rarer picks = higher rarity bonus!
Is progress saved?
Yes! Your daily puzzle progress is automatically saved to your browser. Come back any time and continue where you left off.
Does the puzzle change daily?
Yes - a new grid is generated every day at midnight based on the date. You get one daily puzzle, plus unlimited Practice mode.
Where do images come from?
Sprites are loaded from the official PokéAPI CDN on GitHub - free, fast, and no account needed.