Engage in a strategic two-player word game that combines social interaction with competitive gameplay. Build words, track your progress, and improve your skills with helpful tools and a built-in dictionary. Enjoy distraction-free play with friends, family, or AI opponents.
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July 31, 2026
This version introduces a redesigned Start Game screen, making it easier to start games against friends, suggested opponents, or the computer. Have feedback? Email us. nytgames@nytimes.com
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NYT Crossplay is a two-player word game from NYT Games that allows you to compete with friends, family, or AI opponents. It focuses on building words on a shared board, scoring points, and improving your vocabulary and strategy.
You can easily play with friends and family by starting a competition within the app. The game also offers matchmaking to find opponents of equal skill level, and includes in-game chat for communication.
The app provides several tools to help you improve. After each game, you can get tips from Cross Bot. It also features a 'word of the day' and a built-in dictionary to expand your vocabulary, along with game history to review your moves.
The app is free to download and play. However, like many mobile applications, it may offer in-app purchases and may display advertisements.
You can track your progress and lifetime stats within the app. This includes metrics such as wins and losses, average scores, and your longest words played, helping you monitor your performance over time.
