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The top 40 most popular daily games this past week.
Updated weekly on Monday.
Week of October 12, 2026 · Chart #23
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GnarlyQ
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| # | ▲▼ | Game | Wks | Peak |
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| 1 | — |  Krillion | 10 | 1 |
| 2 | — |  Size It Up | 5 | 1 |
| 3 | ▲ 5 |  Layers | 2 | 3 |
| 4 | ▼ 1 |  Number Waffle | 23 | 1 |
| 5 | — |  Poople | 19 | 1 |
| 6 | NEW |  Draw the Border | 1 | 6 |
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| 31 more games | ||||
| 38 | ▼ 2 |  Top Answer Club | 7 | 23 |
| 39 | ▼ 1 |  18 Words | 14 | 6 |
| 40 | NEW |  Fermi | 1 | 40 |
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Daily Games FAQ
What are daily games?
Daily games are short, replayable puzzles released once every 24 hours. They include word games, logic puzzles, trivia, and more.
What makes daily games "daily"?
Daily games keep the same core mechanics but present a new challenge each day. The classic example is the newspaper crossword, which works the same way every day but always offers a fresh puzzle.
Where can I find the best daily games?
Playlin curates daily games from across the web, updated every day and organized by category. New games are included for players who want to try something fresh, while popular and niche games are grouped for easy discovery.
Are daily games free to play?
Most daily games are free to play and do not require an account or subscription. A few publishers offer subscription-only daily games, but the majority of daily puzzles on the web are accessible at no cost, and Playlin helps you find them all in one place.
Why do people love daily games?
People love daily games for two main reasons. First, these short-form challenges offer quick fun and a sense of satisfaction. Second, they create moments of connection as friends, family, and millions of others play the same puzzles each day.
