Wordle

by Jazmin Carlos (016756675)

How to Run

1. Clone repository: git clone https://github.com/jazcar1205/WordleProject.git
2. Open in IntelliJ/Eclipse
3. Configure VM options: --module-path [path-to-javafx-lib] --add-modules javafx.controls,javafx.fxml
   ^{- Personal example: --module-path C:\Users\Jaz\javafx-sdk-25\javafx-sdk-25\lib --add-modules javafx.controls,javafx.fxml}
4. Run WordleApp.java

Features Implemented

• Start Screen with Theme Selection: Choose between Classic, Disney, or Dark word lists.
• Wordle Gameplay: Guess the five-letter word in six tries with color-coded feedback.
• On-Screen Keyboard: Click letters or use your keyboard to input guesses.
• Replay Functionality: Play again with the same or a new theme.

Controls

• Mouse: Click on on-screen keyboard buttons, Start, or Replay.
• Keyboard: Type letters and press Enter or Backspace.

Known Issues

• Some dictionaries may not load if resource files are missing (workaround: check /src/main/resources).
• Window resizing may distort the grid layout (workaround: keep default window size).

External Libraries

• Gson 2.10.1 (JSON parsing)
• JavaFX – GUI controls and layouts.

Demo Link

https://youtu.be/MjAs9eUOLQI