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You can play the current day's Mini Crossword for free, but you'll need a subscription to the Times Games section to play older puzzles from the archives.

You can play the current day's Mini Crossword for free, but you'll need a subscription to the Times Games section to play older puzzles from the archives.

Since the launch of The Crossword in 1942 ... We strive to offer puzzles for all skill levels that everyone can enjoy playing every day. Subscribe now for unlimited access.