Start the round
Press Start game to begin a 30-second round. A single mole pops up in a random hole at a time.
Whack-a-Mole Game
Whack moles the instant they pop up before your 30 seconds run out. Moles get faster the longer the round goes, so stay sharp and try to beat your saved high score.
How to play
Whack it fast
Click or tap a mole the instant it appears to score a point. You can also press number keys 1–9 to whack a hole. Miss the window and it ducks back down for nothing.
Beat your best
Moles appear and hide faster as the clock runs down. When time's up, your score is compared to your saved best.
FAQ
How long does a round last?
Each round lasts 30 seconds. Whack as many moles as you can before the timer hits zero to lock in your score for that round.
Does the game get harder as I play?
Yes. Moles pop up and disappear faster the further you get into the round, so the last few seconds are noticeably quicker than the first few.
Is my high score saved anywhere besides my browser?
No. Your best score is saved only in your browser's local storage on this device, so it survives a reload but is never uploaded anywhere.