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NYT Games: Wordle & Crossword

By The New York Times Company · iPhone & iPad

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New York Times Games is the essential app for anyone who loves word, logic and number games. Guess the Wordle, solve the Crossword or build words in Spelling Bee. Free to download, the app offers new puzzles daily for every skill level. App Features and Games: NEW: THE MIDI CROSSWORD - Crush this clever midsize word puzzle. - Just-right size betwee

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About NYT Games: Wordle & Crossword

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New York Times Games is the essential app for anyone who loves word, logic and number games. Guess the Wordle, solve the Crossword or build words in Spelling Bee. Free to download, the app offers new puzzles daily for every skill level.

App Features and Games:

NEW: THE MIDI CROSSWORD
- Crush this clever midsize word puzzle.
- Just-right size between the Mini and the Crossword.
- Enjoy approachable clues, special puzzles and a path to daily wins.

THE CROSSWORD
- The classic daily New York Times puzzle you love.
- Crack clues and fill the grid with answers.
- Crosswords increase in difficulty throughout the week.

WORDLE
- The official Wordle, a word-guessing game.
- Can you guess the 5-letter word in 6 tries or less?
- Analyze your guesses and improve your skills with Wordle Bot.

CONNECTIONS
- Group words that share a common thread.
- Organize 16 terms into four categories using word associations and strategy in this brain teaser
- Analyze your guesses and see how you stack up with Connections Bot.

SPELLING BEE
- Is spelling your strong suit?
- See how many words you can create with 7 letters.
- Build more words to earn more points.

SUDOKU
- Looking for a numbers game, minus the math?
- Fill each 3x3 set of boxes with numbers 1 to 9.
- Play a new puzzle every day in easy, medium or hard mode.

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Developer
The New York Times Company
Release date
Mar 27, 2009
Latest version
6.47.0
Requires
iOS 18.0 or later
Price snapshot
Free USD
Source checked
Oct 23, 2026

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Is NYT Games: Wordle & Crossword available on iPhone?

NYT Games: Wordle & Crossword is listed on the US App Store. Availability varies by region and compatible device.

Is NYT Games: Wordle & Crossword free?

The recorded download price is free. In-app purchases, subscriptions, or additional content may cost extra. Source checked Oct 23, 2026.

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