Mini Logic Puzzles in Media: How Habit Fuels Curiosity

Crosswords, Wordle, Connections, and Spelling Bees are just a few of the puzzle games that have grown in popularity through The New York Times (NYT). Wordle, one of the NYT’s most popular games, recorded over half a billion completed puzzles in 2023 alone. Given its simple premise of guessing a five-letter word in six attempts, the popularity of Wordle and other mini logic games might seem surprising. However, it’s undeniable that these games continue to attract players and have become essential to people’s daily routines, even in a world filled with distractions.