CrossAbout vs Associations

CrossAbout is an indie puzzle game where players build their own crossword puzzles in reverse using clues with multiple answers.  Given a set of crossword clues with multiple correct answers, players craft different layouts and combinations of words that satisfy the puzzle. Earn stars by solving levels and by finding combinations with the most or fewest squares filled. A new, free puzzle is featured daily, while creatively-themed packs and monthly archives are unlocked using stars you earn along the way. Some puzzles involve higher challenges such as blocked or prefilled squares. Arrange answers around the blocks in a traditional crossword format. Correlate words which use the prefilled letters. Move or rotate your answers, and spend stars to get hints. Choose from an assortment of CrossAbout packs from simple to sudoku-style to difficult single solutions. Purchase stars in-game by donating to our non-profit, Cinq-Mars Media, a 501(c)(3) organization. Sales support our mission of developing educational games and technology. CrossAbout was developed by the creator of the award-winning puzzle games Synonymy, Anagraphs, and The Devil's Calculator. Dedicated to and inspired by Will Shortz, NYT Crossword Editor. Whether you are a crossword lover or a casual gamer, CrossAbout creates wordplay enjoyment. Have fun creating grids, and see how flexible your mind can be!

Looks like a crossword. Feels like a brain workout. In Associations: Image Crossword, you don’t spell words — you connect ideas. Match images to categories, solve overlaps, and watch the grid come together. How It Works: The grid starts scrambled. Your job? Fix it. Tap two tiles to swap them and slowly bring order to the chaos. But here’s where it gets interesting Some tiles overlap — and those images must match both row and column categories at once! And remember… You only have limited moves. So every swap matters. How to Play Study the row and column categories Tap two tiles to swap their positions Match each image to the correct row and column Solve overlapping tiles with dual associations Complete the grid before your moves run out! Why It’s So Fun Unique crossword-style image puzzle Simple controls, clever gameplay Strategic swapping with limited moves Addictive “just one more try” feeling Perfect mix of relaxing and challenging Whether you enjoy a quick brain teaser or a deeper logic game, this is your go-to brain trainer. Can you swap smart, think ahead, and solve every puzzle? Download now and start associating!