NYT Crossplay: Word Games
Casual · Free · 4.8 out of 5 from 191,879 ratings
A distraction-free multiplayer word game from the NYT where you compete against friends or random opponents by building words on a shared board.
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GenreCasual
PriceFree
Difficultymedium
Ad intensitynone
In-app-purchase pressurenone
Typical sessionmedium
DeveloperThe New York Times Company
Rating4.8 out of 5 from 191,879 ratings
What players like
- No in-app ads
- Multiplayer with friends and random opponents
- Built-in dictionary and word of the day
- Tips from Cross Bot after games
- Game history and stats tracking
What real reviews say
★★★★ Computer is too easy I play with the computer using the hard setting. While I do learn new words playing with the computer, and some new strategies using Cross-bot, the program seems to be set so the computer never strategizes better than I do, which means I always win. It’s also set so I always go first. I wish ther
★★★★ Fun Fun game but computer uses some questionable words:)
★★★★★ Cross play puzzle game I love building words with my own family and my friends in my own life
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