Minute Cryptic
One cryptic clue a day
WordA single cryptic crossword clue, daily. Work out the definition and the wordplay, then type your answer. Hints are rationed in three tiers: revealed letters, the wordplay split, then the full breakdown.
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- Our rating
- 4.4/ 5
- Difficulty
- Hard
- Time per game
- 2-5 min
- Play mode
- Daily
- Price
- Free
- Trending
- #5· 20
- Made by
- Alex Boisvert
- Launched
- 2023
Our review
“A gentle on-ramp into British cryptic crosswords. The explanation after you solve is the best part, because it teaches the trick so the next day feels a little less opaque.”
Pros
- +Excellent explanations after you solve
- +Low time commitment, high brain reward
- +Great for learning cryptic conventions
Cons
- −Steep learning curve if you've never seen cryptics
- −One clue per day and no unlimited mode
Best forCrossword solvers wanting to try cryptics · Wordplay fans
Skip ifyou want a quick dopamine hit, because this one bites
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