The NYTimes - Crossword & Games app is your all-in-one destination for the most iconic and intellectually stimulating puzzles, straight from The New York Times.
Start your mornings with a Mini Crossword, warm up your mind with an easy Monday puzzle, and work your way to the notoriously tricky Sunday Crossword. But that’s just the beginning—this isn’t just a crossword app. From the viral phenomenon Wordle to the addictive Connections, the app features a growing library of games designed to test your wit, logic, and vocabulary—all in one sleek interface.
The Classic Crossword
Enjoy the full New York Times Crossword experience daily. Clues grow more difficult throughout the week—perfect for players of all skill levels. Start with easy clues on Monday and tackle the big leagues by Sunday.
· Daily puzzles with increasing difficulty
· Archive of over 10,000 past puzzles (subscriber-only)
· Hints available for tough clues
· Track solve times and progress
Wordle (Official Version)
Guess the 5-letter word in six tries or less. This is the original Wordle game by Josh Wardle—no imitations here. Plus, get post-game analysis with the Wordle Bot to see how your guesses compare.
Spelling Bee
Use seven letters to build as many words as possible. Earn points, find the pangram, and push your vocabulary to its limits in this beloved challenge.
Connections
Group 16 words into four related categories. Sounds simple? It’s trickier than you think. Analyze your logic and word association skills, and compete with the Connections Bot for extra insight.
New: Pips
Place each domino in its correct position. Solve three logic puzzles daily—Easy, Medium, and Hard—offering a refreshing twist for fans of pattern recognition and strategy games.
The Mini Crossword
Solve a bite-sized crossword puzzle in under a minute. The clues are short, the gameplay is quick, and the fun is nonstop. Great for daily warm-ups or a mid-day brain boost.
Sudoku
Daily number puzzles in three difficulty levels. Perfect for logic lovers looking to take a break from words.
Stats & Leaderboards
Track your performance, longest solving streak, and average times. Compete with friends and follow your scores across Wordle, Spelling Bee, Connections, and The Mini.
Puzzle Archive & Offline Play
Subscribers can access thousands of archived puzzles. Many games are available offline, so your brain workout doesn’t depend on a Wi-Fi connection.
FAQs
1. Is the NYTimes Crossword app free to download?
Yes, the app is free to download and includes some free content. However, a subscription is required for full access to all games and the puzzle archive.
2. What games are included besides the Crossword?
Alongside the classic Crossword, the app features Wordle, Spelling Bee, Connections, Strands, Pips, Sudoku, Tiles, Letter Boxed, and The Mini Crossword.
3. Do the crosswords get harder during the week?
Yes. Monday puzzles are the easiest, and difficulty gradually increases through the week, with Sunday being the most challenging.
4. Can I track my puzzle progress?
Absolutely. The app provides detailed stats, including your solving streaks, average times, and leaderboard scores across multiple games.
5. Can I play puzzles offline?
Yes! Many of the games, including the Crossword and Mini Crossword, are available offline, perfect for playing anywhere, anytime.
Version History
v5.13.0—26 Jun, 2024
v5.9.0—29 May, 2024
v5.8.0—22 May, 2024
