Underplayed Gems

New York Times Puzzle Master and Crossword Creator (1994)

New York Times Puzzle Master and Crossword Creator cover
Platforms
Win 3.x
Where to get it
My Abandonware
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The catalog in 3D

The same catalog has a room you can walk around in. The cat behind the counter is the AI Catbot, and they pick real games from it when you tell them what you feel like playing. Nothing is for sale, here or in there. Go in from here and this game is already out on the counter, with more like it waiting on the shelf next to it.

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How it feels

A calm and methodical puzzle tool focused on crosswords, blending solving with creative puzzle design in a straightforward, retro software interface.

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About

Released in 1994 for Windows 3.x, *New York Times Puzzle Master and Crossword Creator* serves as a puzzle application compatible with that specific operating system. The title combines crossword solving capabilities with tools designed for creating custom puzzles within the New York Times brand context.

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