USA TODAY PLAY Crossword+ in IOS

Crossword, Sudoku & More

Walkthrough, Guilds, Tips on this special game

Our Expert Score

82/100

The USA TODAY Crossword app delivers exactly what puzzle fans want: a clean, reliable, and intellectually stimulating daily habit. What sets this apart from other newspaper apps is the user interface; it feels modern and snappy without sacrificing the classic feel of a newsprint puzzle. The daily puzzles range from accessible on Mondays to genuine brain-busters later in the week.

I particularly appreciate the hint system, which allows you to reveal a single letter or an entire word if you're truly stumped, making it great for learners. The 'Personal Best' tracking adds a nice competitive layer for those who like to race against the clock. It’s a solid, ad-supported way to get your daily word fix without a mandatory subscription to the full paper.

Dinsun reviewed on: Thu Feb 26 2026

The Game

Available on: iPhone, iPad

Version 2.20.0Wed Feb 04 2026

• We've resolved several bugs and improved performance


Elevate your puzzle-solving skills with the USA TODAY Crossword & Sudoku app! Challenge yourself daily with our renowned crossword puzzles, sudoku grids, and Quick Cross while keeping track of your progress, all in one ultimate puzzle games app.

• DAILY CROSSWORD CHALLENGE: Start your day with our iconic daily crossword puzzle, a brain teaser loved by millions. Free to play and accessible anytime, anywhere.

• PERSONALIZED PUZZLE EXPERIENCE: Monitor your stats, pause puzzles, and change difficulty settings for a tailored gaming experience.

• PUZZLE ARCHIVE: Delve into over a decade's worth of crossword puzzles, sudoku grids, and Quick Cross challenges. Hours of puzzle-solving fun await!

• GET PUZZLE HINTS: Stuck on a clue? Don't worry! Request hints to keep the puzzle excitement going.

• SUDOKU FUN: In addition to daily crosswords, challenge your logic with sudoku puzzles, available right at your fingertips.

• ULTIMATE PUZZLE GAMES: USA TODAY Crossword Puzzle Game & Sudoku is your one-stop destination for daily crossword, sudoku, and Quick Cross challenges, designed for puzzle enthusiasts of all levels.

Download the USA TODAY Crossword & Sudoku app today and enjoy hours of mind-bending puzzle fun. The app is free to download and play, with premium features available through in-app subscriptions. Subscriptions are charged to your iTunes account upon confirmation and renew automatically unless you disable them in your iTunes account settings at least 24 hours before the current period ends. Find more details and customer support in the app's settings.

Privacy Policy: http://static.usatoday.com/privacy

Terms of Service: http://static.usatoday.com/terms

Got questions or feedback? Reach out to us at USATODAYmobile@usatoday.com.


Requires iOS 16.6 or later. Compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.

Elevate your puzzle-solving skills with the USA TODAY PLAY app, including Crosswords, Quick Cross and Sudoku! Challenge yourself daily with our renowned crossword puzzles, sudoku grids, and Quick Cross while keeping track of your progress, all in one ultimate puzzle games app.

• DAILY CROSSWORD CHALLENGE: Start your day with our iconic daily crossword puzzle, a brain teaser loved by millions. Free to play and accessible anytime, anywhere.

• PERSONALIZED PUZZLE EXPERIENCE: Monitor your stats, pause puzzles, and change difficulty settings for a tailored gaming experience.

• PUZZLE ARCHIVE: Delve into over a decade's worth of crossword puzzles, sudoku grids, and Quick Cross challenges. Hours of puzzle-solving fun await!

• GET PUZZLE HINTS: Stuck on a clue? Don't worry! Request hints to keep the puzzle excitement going.

• SUDOKU FUN: In addition to daily crosswords, challenge your logic with sudoku puzzles, available right at your fingertips.

• ULTIMATE PUZZLE GAMES: USA TODAY PLAY app is your one-stop destination for daily crossword, sudoku, and Quick Cross challenges, designed for puzzle enthusiasts of all levels.

Download the USA TODAY PLAY app today and enjoy hours of mind-bending puzzle fun. The app is free to download and play, with premium features available through in-app subscriptions. Subscriptions are charged to your iTunes account upon confirmation and renew automatically unless you disable them in your iTunes account settings at least 24 hours before the current period ends. Find more details and customer support in the app's settings.

Privacy Policy: https://cm.usatoday.com/privacy/

Terms of Service: https://cm.usatoday.com/terms/

Got questions or feedback? Reach out to us at mobilesupport@gannett.com.


Ratings & Reviews

4.5 out of 5 with 8925 Counts
Age Rating 4+

Screenshots

USA TODAY PLAY Crossword+ screenshot 1USA TODAY PLAY Crossword+ screenshot 2USA TODAY PLAY Crossword+ screenshot 3USA TODAY PLAY Crossword+ screenshot 4USA TODAY PLAY Crossword+ screenshot 5USA TODAY PLAY Crossword+ screenshot 6USA TODAY PLAY Crossword+ screenshot 7USA TODAY PLAY Crossword+ screenshot 8USA TODAY PLAY Crossword+ screenshot 9USA TODAY PLAY Crossword+ screenshot 10

Experience the world-famous USA TODAY Crossword on your phone or tablet. This app offers a fresh puzzle every day, along with access to a vast archive of past challenges. Features include an intuitive grid interface, a 'check' tool to find errors, and personalized statistics to track your solving speed and streaks. Perfect for word game enthusiasts of all skill levels.

Features

1

Daily fresh puzzles

2

Extensive crossword archive

3

Performance tracking and stats

4

Hint and error checking tools

Tips

Promotion Videos

USA Today full crossword 2025 06 20 - excellent! - YouTube

Related Videos

News on this game

Wordle hint today: Clues for August 11 2025 NYT puzzle #1514

Some clues, tips, strategies to guess Wordle on August 11, 2025 along with the answer.

USA Today - Mon Sep 08 2025

WARNING: THERE ARE CONNECTIONS SPOILERS AHEAD! DO NOT READ FURTHER IF YOU DON'T WANT THE MAY 17, 2025 NYT CONNECTIONS ANSWER SPOILED FOR YOU...

USA Today - Sun Jun 29 2025

WARNING: THERE ARE CONNECTIONS SPOILERS AHEAD! DO NOT READ FURTHER IF YOU DON'T WANT THE MAY 20, 2025 NYT CONNECTIONS ANSWER SPOILED FOR YOU...

USA Today - Sun Jun 29 2025

Connections hints, clues and answers on Thursday, July 17 2025

Here are some clues and hints for the Connections puzzle today on Thursday from the NYT on July 17, 2025.

USA Today - Fri Aug 29 2025

Game of the Year: Here are the best video games of 2024 - Technobubble Gaming

The end of 2024 is almost nigh, making it the perfect time to look back and celebrate the best games that made their mark this year.

Reno Gazette Journal - Wed Jan 29 2025

On the road again? These mobile video games add fun to summer journeys

Here's a look at a few recommended downloads for both iOS and Android (unless otherwise specified). Be aware all these games are free, but most support...

USA Today - Thu Aug 29 2019

By the numbers, Apple's iPhone tops PlayStation, Xbox as most popular video game device

With more than 1 billion iPhones sold over the past decade, Apple's device has emerged the largest installed base of any video game...

USA Today - Mon Apr 29 2019

Puzzle solutions for Tuesday, March 26, 2024

Puzzle solutions for Tuesday, March 26, 2024. USA TODAY. Note: Most subscribers have some, but not all, of the puzzles that correspond to the following set of...

USA Today - Mon Apr 29 2024

Why the creator of Wordle recommends another word game, Knotwords

What better place to find an alternative to Wordle than from its creator? Knotwords is a mobile game that provides a twist on crosswords.

USA Today - Sun May 29 2022

These free mobile games on Android and iOS bring fun to spring break, travels

Columnist Marc Saltzman offers up a trio of mobile games you can use to pass the time on spring break or on a long trip.

USA Today - Mon Apr 29 2019

Gameplays

Q&A

No, you can play the daily crossword for free with ad-support, though a subscription may offer an ad-free experience.

More by Developer

You Might Also Like

All Categories

Puzzle Game

Action Game

Simulation Game

Casual Game

Card Game

Adventure Game

Roleplaying Game

Board Game

Sports Game

Strategy Game

Racing Game

Family Game

Casino Game

Music Game

Word Game

Trivia Game

Education Game

Games Game

Entertainment Game

Utilities Game

Social Networking Game

Books Game

Health & Fitness Game

Lifestyle Game