The New York Times is already upsetting Wordle fans with big changes
Wordle fans are already upset with The New York Times, the popular game's new owner, for making big changes to its original word list. The updates, which
www.cultofmac.comHere’s the latest on Wordle and The New York Times (NYT) as of now.
- The NYT acquired Wordle in 2022 and integrated it into NYT Games, keeping it free to play initially and preserving wins and streaks for players. This remains the core setup for Wordle under NYT ownership.[1]
- Since the acquisition, some changes in Wordle’s ecosystem have occurred, including updates to the word list in NYT’s version to remove older or obscure terms and align with accessibility guidelines, which caused notable discussions among players.[2][3]
- The NYT later expanded Wordle access by bringing it into the NYT Crossword app on iOS and Android, allowing players to save stats and streaks within that platform.[7][8]
Notes:
- There are two parallel Wordle experiences discussed in the community: the original Power Language version (powerlanguage.co.uk) and the NYT version. The NYT version has gradually diverged in word lists and some gameplay specifics, contributing to ongoing conversations among fans.[3][2]
- For daily play, most players continue to access Wordle via NYT’s site or through the NYT Crossword app, depending on where they are comfortable, with the NYT offering smoother cross-platform tracking of progress.[8][7]
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