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NYT Crossplay: Play and Spell

Go word-to-word. Challenge yourself or friends in this 2-player word board game Play with friends, compete and connect with Crossplay, a new 2-player word game from NYT Games that blends socializing and…

20 January 2026

NYT Crossplay: Play and Spell is a card & board game, released 20 January 2026 on Android and iOS.

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What NYT Crossplay: Play and Spell is

NYT Crossplay: Play and Spell was released in 2026. It was published by The New York Times Company. It is available on Android and iOS.

The premise, in the publisher's words

Go word-to-word. Challenge yourself or friends in this 2-player word board game Play with friends, compete and connect with Crossplay, a new 2-player word game from NYT Games that blends socializing and strategy. Play distraction-free, build words and use built-in tools to learn, improve and win, or simply enjoy the challenge.
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How it plays

It supports multiplayer for up to 2 players online. Local play supports 1 players.

What it launched against

NYT Crossplay: Play and Spell launched on 20 January 2026, within three weeks of Hytale, Cairn, Mewgenics and Nioh 3.

Released around the same time: Hytale, Cairn, Mewgenics, Nioh 3.

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Quick answers

NYT Crossplay: Play and Spell — frequently asked questions

When did NYT Crossplay: Play and Spell come out?
NYT Crossplay: Play and Spell was released on 20 January 2026 for Android and iOS.
Does NYT Crossplay: Play and Spell have multiplayer?
Yes. NYT Crossplay: Play and Spell supports multiplayer for up to 2 players online.

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