Take the challenge of a daily free crossword, with the option to try out for the high-scoring hall of fame. Requires Java.
Crossword puzzles with two answers for each clue, e.g., "Condemn Hoover" gives "damn" and "dam."
Puzzles have only six clues, but each clue refers to two words that either sound alike, or differ by only one character.
Crossword puzzles that contain only a few "themed" clues. Each clue contains references to three different words, two of which comprise the third.
Play the CrosSynergy Syndicate's daily crossword online (with Java) or download and play offline (requires Across Lite).
Play two daily cryptic-style crosswords from The Irish Times. Contains a Java version and non-Java version.
Several crossword puzzles from the crossword puzzle authoring company MacNamara's Band appear at this site. Download free software.
Encyclopedia entry provides history and a description of these popular word-based puzzles.
Newsday's daily crossword puzzle is edited by Stanley Newman. Play online, view the archives, print out puzzles, or download puzzles in Across Lite format.
Puzzles accompany illustrated adventure stories about a "sentient bovine" called Oxbrain. Both interactive and printable versions available.
Find crosswords for every day of the week, or check out older ones. Includes instructions and solutions.
Play several java-based freeform crossword puzzles with various themes.
Contains several cryptic crosswords where every clue is an anagram of the answer. Solve these puzzles from thinks.com using Java, Across Lite, or by printing them out.
Solve the daily crossword puzzle and find links to other word games. Offers different themed puzzles such as entertainment, sports and trivia.
Offers nationally syndicated crossword puzzles, word games, jigsaws, and jumbles, including games published by the LA Times, Universal Press, and Tribune Media.
Try this newspaper's daily Java based crossword, or download current and archived puzzles (Across Lite required).
Play or download the Sunday Washington Post crossword puzzle or access the archives.