Best Newspapers Puzzles Apps & Games

198+ iOS apps & games curated and reviewed

4.5 avg rating
20 free apps & games
Updated May 2026

Out of 198+ newspapers puzzles apps on iOS, 20 are free and the rest sit in the paid tier. This page sorts them so you can compare both sides before you commit.

Top Picks for Newspapers Puzzles

The Guardian - US & World News#1

The Guardian - US & World News by Guardian News & Media Ltd

News, sport, podcasts, puzzles
Editor's Choice
📡 News
4.9😊(113K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
#8in News
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Access fearless, independent journalism with breaking news, diverse opinions, and live blogs. Enjoy personalized content, puzzles, podcasts, and article-to-audio features. Offers unlimited, ad-free, and offline reading with a subscription.

What We Love

  • 💯 Excellent journalism
  • 🌍 Worldwide coverage
  • 🔍 Unbiased and factual reporting
  • 🗞️ Variety of content

Room to Improve

  • 💰 Subscription too expensive
  • 🤖 Intrusive subscription prompts
  • 🔀 Confusing app navigation and layout changes
Puzzle Page - Daily Games!#2

Puzzle Page - Daily Games! by AppyNation Ltd

Crossword, Sudoku, Nonogram
Strong Contender
🎮 Games
4.6😐(73K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
#37in Games
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Engage your mind daily with a diverse collection of word, logic, number, and picture puzzles. Access over 2,000 past puzzles, special issues, and participate in events. Offers hints and difficulty options for all skill levels.

What We Love

  • 🎉 Excellent variety of puzzles
  • 🧠 Challenges the mind
  • 📚 Helpful instructions for new puzzle types
  • 🗓️ Ability to play past daily puzzles

Room to Improve

  • 💰 Excessive ads and token system limits free play
  • 🐛 Frequent crashes and stability issues
  • 🔋 High battery consumption

More Newspapers Puzzles apps to explore

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Austin American Statesman
Austin American Statesman
Austin American Statesman
Breaking News + eNewspaper
Free

Stay informed about Austin and Central Texas with breaking news alerts and in-depth reporting. Access a digital replica of the newspaper, enjoy puzzles, and listen to articles with text-to-audio technology.

Austin news alertsExpert reporting on local topicsHigh school and college sports coverage
📡 News
(4.8K)
subscription
5
Daily Mail: Breaking News
Daily Mail: Breaking News
Daily Mail: Breaking News
Live Videos & Live News
Free

Access breaking news, celebrity updates, sports, and more from a leading global newspaper. Enjoy personalized content, offline reading, and listen to news with podcasts. Subscribe for exclusive journalism and in-depth features.

Personalized content customizationStreamlined navigationOptimized app performance
📡 News
(27K)
free with in-app purchases
6
The San Francisco Chronicle
The San Francisco Chronicle
The San Francisco Chronicle
San Francisco + Bay Area News
Free

Stay informed about San Francisco and the Bay Area with trusted journalism. Receive customized news alerts, in-depth coverage of local sports, food, politics, and business. Access a digital replica of the newspaper and enjoy exclusive content and puzzles.

Customizable news alertsLocal sports coverageFood reviews and guides
📡 News
(30K)
subscription
7
PEOPLE: Pop Culture & Puzzles
PEOPLE: Pop Culture & Puzzles
PEOPLE: Pop Culture & Puzzles
Entertainment News & Games
Free

Stay updated with top entertainment headlines, celebrity buzz, and exclusive stories from a leading pop culture brand. Enjoy daily games like crosswords and jigsaw puzzles, plus in-depth true crime and royal family news.

Breaking celebrity and entertainment newsDaily crossword puzzlesJigsaw puzzles
📰 Magazines & Newspapers
(4.1K)
free with in-app purchases
8
San Antonio Express-News
San Antonio Express-News
San Antonio Express-News
San Antonio + Texas News
Free

Stay informed with local and Texas news, including sports, business, and trending stories. Access a digital replica of the newspaper, listen to podcasts, and enjoy interactive puzzles. Get customized alerts and exclusive content.

Customizable news alertsLocal and Texas sports coverageDigital newspaper replica (e-Edition)
📡 News
(7.2K)
free with in-app purchases
9
Houston Chronicle
Houston Chronicle
Houston Chronicle
Houston + Texas News
Free

Stay informed with trusted journalism about Houston and Texas. Receive news alerts, sports coverage, and in-depth analysis. Access a digital replica of the newspaper and enjoy exclusive content and puzzles.

Customizable news alertsLocal and Texas news coverageSports and politics podcasts
📡 News
(14K)
subscription
10
Picture Cross
Picture Cross
Picture Cross
10,000+ Nonogram puzzles!
Free

Engage your logic skills with over 10,000 puzzles that reveal hidden pictures when solved. Explore themed packs, classic and color modes, and various difficulty levels. This game offers a fun challenge for puzzle enthusiasts.

10,000+ puzzles80 themed puzzle packsClassic and Color modes
🎮 Games
(6.6K)
free with in-app purchases
11
Hard Penny Dell Logic Puzzles
Hard Penny Dell Logic Puzzles
Hard Penny Dell Logic Puzzles
No Ads, Cross Grid Clue Game
Free

Engage your mind with challenging logic puzzles designed for enthusiasts. Enjoy classic magazine-style problems with intuitive controls, undo options, and hints. Explore a free trial and unlock hundreds more puzzles for extended mental stimulation.

Classic logic grid puzzlesChallenging difficulty levelsIntuitive user interface
🎮 Games
(2.9K)
free with in-app purchases
12
Everyday Grids: Logic Puzzles
Everyday Grids: Logic Puzzles
Everyday Grids: Logic Puzzles
Smart puzzles every day
Free

Engage your mind daily with a variety of logic puzzles. Solve unique mini-games, track your progress, and earn rewards. Perfect for a quick brain workout without pressure.

Daily logic puzzlesUnique mini-game modesStreak-based rewards
🎮 Games
(638)
free with in-app purchases
13
Daily Puzzles
Daily Puzzles
Daily Puzzles
Cryptogram, Sudoku, WordSearch
Free

This app offers a daily selection of six different types of puzzles, including cryptograms, Sudoku, and word searches. Enjoy a variety of topical challenges each day without any ads or timers, focusing purely on the satisfaction of solving.

Six puzzle types dailyCryptogram puzzlesSudoku puzzles
🎮 Games
(10K)
free
14
The Telegraph: UK & World News
The Telegraph: UK & World News
The Telegraph: UK & World News
Business, Sport & More Stories
Free

Access breaking news, in-depth analysis, and expert advice on politics, business, sport, and culture. Enjoy digital newspaper editions, exclusive podcasts, and brain-training puzzles. Offers a free trial for new subscribers.

Breaking news updatesIn-depth analysis and commentExpert advice on finance and health
📡 News
(1.5K)
freemium
15
Just Jumble
Just Jumble
Just Jumble
Your Favorite Jumble Puzzles!
Free

Engage with America's beloved daily word puzzle, offering over 3,800 hand-crafted challenges. Unscramble words, reveal clever cartoons, and keep your mind sharp with this classic newspaper game, now optimized for mobile devices.

Thousands of hand-crafted puzzlesClever cartoon revealsWord unscrambling challenges
🎮 Games
(13K)
free with in-app purchases
16
USA TODAY PLAY Crossword+
USA TODAY PLAY Crossword+
USA TODAY PLAY Crossword+
Crossword, Sudoku & More
Free

Engage your mind daily with a variety of popular puzzles including crosswords, sudoku, and quick challenges. Track your progress, access a vast archive of past puzzles, and utilize hints to overcome difficult clues. Enjoy a personalized and engaging puzzle-solving experience.

Daily crossword puzzlesSudoku challengesQuick Cross puzzles
🎮 Games
(9K)
free with in-app purchases
17
Epic Jigsaw Puzzles: HD Jigsaw
Epic Jigsaw Puzzles: HD Jigsaw
Epic Jigsaw Puzzles: HD Jigsaw
Logic Puzzles, Daily Puzzle
Free

Engage in a premium jigsaw puzzle experience with a vast collection of high-definition images. Offers daily free puzzles, adjustable difficulty levels, and an ad-free interface for a relaxing and challenging brain exercise.

Free daily puzzle packs5 difficulty levels up to 550 piecesOver 2000 HD puzzle images
🎮 Games
(2.4K)
free with in-app purchases
18
The Daily Puzzle
The Daily Puzzle
The Daily Puzzle
Everyday Puzzles & Word Games
Free

Engage your mind daily with a wide variety of word and logic puzzles. This app offers over 12,000 challenges, including Sudoku, Nonograms, and word games, with new puzzles added regularly. It's designed for all ages to improve focus, memory, and problem-solving skills.

Daily new puzzlesOver 12,000 puzzlesVariety of puzzle types
🎮 Games
(2.6K)
free with in-app purchases
19
Daily Crossword Puzzles
Daily Crossword Puzzles
Daily Crossword Puzzles
Everyday new puzzle by Crossy!
Free

Engage your mind with daily classic American crossword puzzles, available in 13x13 and 7x7 formats. Enjoy new challenges every day, with offline play and a coin system for hints. Unlock premium features with a subscription for an ad-free experience and extended puzzle history.

Daily 13x13 and 7x7 puzzlesOffline playCrossyWord coins for hints
🎮 Games
(228)
free with in-app purchases
20
Clue Master - Logic Puzzles
Clue Master - Logic Puzzles
Clue Master - Logic Puzzles
Test your brain & solve crime
Free

Engage in challenging logic puzzles and brain games to solve mysteries, identify criminals, and uncover secrets. Navigate complex relationships and gather clues to bring justice.

Immersive logic puzzlesNavigate betrayal and loyaltyHeart-pounding mysteries
🎮 Games
(27K)
free with in-app purchases