New York Times Launches 'Strands,' a Challenging Daily Puzzle Game

Strands offers a unique twist on word puzzles, requiring players to uncover theme words and a special 'spangram' word.

The New York Times introduces 'Strands,' a new daily puzzle game, offering a fresh challenge to word puzzle enthusiasts.
Strands requires players to find theme words in a grid of letters, with a special 'spangram' word that spans two opposite sides of the board.
Hints are available for players who find three non-theme words, aiding in the discovery of theme words.
Recent puzzles focused on themes such as lightweight objects and photography, showcasing the game's variety.
The game is compared to other NYT puzzles like Wordle and the Mini Crossword, but with unique gameplay elements.