The Verge
‘Wordle in 1’ is the NYT’s new puzzle just for subscribers
Wednesday, September 2, 2026
The New York Times announced it will release five to six bonus puzzles weekly on Wednesdays for subscribers only, featuring variations on Wordle, Strands, Connections, and Crossword. The puzzles are designed as exclusive content for paying subscribers of the Times Games subscription service. The rollout date and specific pricing details were not provided in the announcement.
Original reporting: https://www.theverge.com/games/988099/nyt-bonus-puzzle-games-weekly-wordle