From the creators of the crossword and Spelling Bee, Connections is the newest hit from NYT Games that has everyone talking. While it remains a word-based game, Connections sets itself apart from many of NYT’s other offerings, presenting a unique blend of fun and frustration. The game challenges players to group words into coherent categories, providing a fresh challenge with every round. Like Wordle and other NYT Games, players can easily share their results with friends and compare scores.
Currently in a testing phase, Connections has shown promising success, indicating it could become a long-term favorite in daily routines. Unlike the crossword, Connections is a quick game, allowing players to enjoy it without dedicating their entire day. This accessibility has contributed to its growing popularity, as more players share their Connections results in group chats and on social media.
How to Play Connections
The premise of Connections is simple. Players are presented with 16 unsorted words and must organize them into four categories of four words each. These categories might connect through shared associations, such as “car parts,” or through specific traits, like “ends with x.” The game’s creators intentionally design categories to be ambiguous, increasing the challenge. Players can make four wrong guesses before losing, encouraging strategic thinking.
As you progress, Connections becomes easier. Grouping one category narrows down the options for the remaining categories, leading you toward victory.
Tips for Playing Connections
- Identify Common Traits: Look for groups of four words that share similar characteristics. After selecting your words, tap “Submit” to check your guess.
- Mind Your Mistakes: You have only four incorrect guesses. If you fail, the game will reveal the correct answers.
- Be Specific with Categories: Categories are often nuanced and won’t simply be labeled as “places”—think critically!
NYT Connections Tips and Tricks
If you’re new to Connections, consider these helpful hints to improve your gameplay:
- Evaluate All Words: Don’t rush to combine the first four related words you see; Connections can be intentionally misleading.
- Consider Spelling: While many words are grouped by association, pay attention to their spelling as it can play a key role in categorization.
- Stay Alert for Close Guesses: If you submit a guess with three correct answers and one incorrect, the game will indicate that you’re just one word away from completing a category.
- Use Versatile Words Wisely: If a word could belong to two categories, hold off on using it until you’ve completed at least one other category.
NYT Connections Hints and Answers
If you’re stuck on today’s game, here are some hints to help you find the answers. We’ll start by revealing the categories, giving you a chance to sort the words yourself:
Today’s Connections Themes:
- Splashy ways to enter a pool
- Reiterate
- Mainstay
- __ radio
Today’s Connections One-Answer Reveals:
- Splashy ways to enter a pool — BACKFLIP
- Reiterate — ECHO
- Mainstay — ANCHOR
- __ radio — HAM
NYT Connections Answers Today
If you’re still having trouble with today’s quiz, here’s the complete rundown of the answers for each category. Proceed with caution, as the answers may spoil the fun of discovery!
