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CrossAbout
Crosswords in Reverse
CrossAbout is an indie puzzle game where players build their own crossword puzzles in reverse using clues with multiple answers. For iOS, Android and Steam
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.
- Free daily puzzle
- Detailed tutorial
- Easy to learn; hard to master
- Thousands of clues
- Bonus content
- Social tools
- Level Creator (coming soon)
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. Our games are always free to students and educators. 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!
Free Daily Crossword Puzzles
Start each day with a fresh challenge! Our free daily crossword puzzles offer unique reverse-building mechanics that set CrossAbout apart from traditional crossword games. Perfect for both casual players and dedicated puzzle enthusiasts who enjoy NYT-style crosswords but want a new creative challenge.
Create Your Own Crossword Puzzles
CrossAbout makes a game of building crosswords, transforming you into a puzzle architect. Each clue offers multiple correct answers, letting you craft countless valid solutions. An excellent educational tool for vocabulary building and critical thinking.
Educational Word Game
More than just a puzzle game, CrossAbout helps expand your vocabulary and improve problem-solving skills. Perfect for students, teachers, and word game enthusiasts, our educational word puzzles challenge both vocabulary and spatial reasoning. Exercise your brain while having fun with creative word play.
