Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you might want to know about basketbadle — how the daily puzzles work, how your data is handled, and where to get help. Still stuck? Email hello@basketbadle.com or visit the contact page.
Is basketbadle free?
Yes. basketbadle is completely free to play. There is no paywall, no subscription and no account required — just open the site and play.
Do I need to create an account?
No. There are no accounts or sign-ups. Your progress and statistics are saved locally in your browser, so you can play instantly and anonymously.
How many puzzles are there each day?
Six. Every day you get a fresh Guess the Player, Hoop Grid, Career Trail, Arena Spotter, Starting Five and Odd One Out puzzle.
When do new puzzles appear?
New puzzles unlock every day at midnight US Eastern Time (ET). The same moment, the same puzzles, for every player worldwide.
Is everyone playing the same puzzle?
Yes. Every player in the world gets the identical daily set, which is what makes scores and the 'players solved today' counter meaningful.
What does the 'X players solved today' number mean?
It is a live count of how many people have solved that specific mode today. Each player is counted once per puzzle using an anonymous identifier.
How is my score calculated?
Each mode is about solving in as few guesses or reveals as possible. There is no timer — only your guess count matters, and fewer is better.
Do my statistics sync between devices?
No. Stats are stored in your browser's local storage on each device, so they do not transfer between, say, your phone and your laptop.
Will I lose my stats if I clear my browser?
Yes. Because everything is stored locally, clearing your browser data or using private/incognito mode will reset your progress and streaks.
Can I play past puzzles?
basketbadle is built around the shared daily puzzle, so the focus is always today's set rather than an archive of past days.
Which leagues and players are included?
The game centres on professional basketball, with a focus on the NBA plus notable arenas and players from the wider basketball world.
How often is the player and team data updated?
Our rosters, records and related data refresh automatically on a regular schedule, so the puzzles keep up with trades, signings and new seasons.
I found a data mistake — what should I do?
Please email hello@basketbadle.com with the game mode, the date and what you expected. We genuinely want to fix errors and read every report.
What is Guess the Player?
A mode where you name a hidden player and each guess reveals how your pick compares on attributes like team, position, age, height and nationality.
What is Hoop Grid?
A 3x3 grid where each cell is the intersection of two categories. You name a player who fits both, and rarer answers score better.
What is Starting Five?
You deduce a team from its starting lineup shown only as flags, jersey numbers and positions — no names — by reading those clues.
Does basketbadle work on mobile?
Yes. The site is designed to work in any modern mobile or desktop browser, and you can add it to your home screen as an app.
Can I install basketbadle as an app?
Yes. basketbadle is a Progressive Web App, so most browsers let you 'Add to Home Screen' or install it for a full-screen, app-like experience.
Does basketbadle use cookies or track me?
The game does not set tracking cookies. It uses local storage only for gameplay. See our privacy policy for full, plain-English details.
Is basketbadle affiliated with the NBA?
No. basketbadle is an independent fan project, not affiliated with or endorsed by the NBA or any team, league or governing body.
What language is basketbadle available in?
The game supports multiple languages — you can change the language in Settings — with English as the default.
Are there other games like basketbadle?
Yes. The same studio makes footbadle for football and f1dle for Formula 1, each with the same free daily-puzzle spirit.
How can I suggest a new feature or game mode?
Email hello@basketbadle.com with your idea. Some of our favourite features have come straight from player suggestions.