Feeling stumped by today's Hurdle? Don't worry, you're not alone! This word game, similar to Wordle, can be a fun challenge, but sometimes you just need a little help. Let's dive into the Hurdle hints and answers for January 13, 2026.
So, how does Hurdle work? You'll face five rounds of word-guessing fun. The first round is all about figuring out the word, with the game giving you clues about correct, misplaced, and incorrect letters after each guess. Get it right, and you're onto the next hurdle! Your correct answer from the previous round becomes your starting guess for the next, offering you hints – or sometimes, not so much, depending on the words. The final hurdle pulls together all your correct answers, clearly showing correct and misplaced letters to help you nail the ultimate word.
But here's where it gets controversial... Remember that the number of times a letter is highlighted in previous guesses doesn't always mean it appears that many times in the final word. This can be a real head-scratcher!
Now, let's get to the good stuff – the answers! If you're stuck, we've got you covered.
Hurdle 1 Hint: It has a spiral shell.
Hurdle 1 Answer: CONCH
Hurdle 2 Hint: A Kansas City footballer.
Hurdle 2 Answer: CHIEF
Hurdle 3 Hint: Competently.
Hurdle 3 Answer: APTLY
Hurdle 4 Hint: A style of pants.
Hurdle 4 Answer: SLACK
Final Hurdle Hint: To mirror.
Hurdle 5 Answer: MIMIC
Did you get them all?
If you're hungry for more puzzles, check out Mashable's games hub for Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more. What did you think of today's Hurdle? Did you find the hints helpful, or did you crack the words on your own? Share your thoughts in the comments below!
