Classic Crossword
Challenge your vocabulary with traditional crossword puzzles featuring across and down clues
Choose Difficulty
How to Play Classic Crossword
Game Basics
- Click on a numbered square to start entering letters
- Use clues to determine the correct words
- Words intersect at shared letters
- Fill the entire grid to complete the puzzle
- Use hints when you're stuck
Controls
- Click: Select word/change direction
- Type: Enter letters
- Backspace: Delete letters
- Tab: Move to next word
- Arrow Keys: Navigate grid
Difficulty Levels
- Easy: 9x9 grid, simple vocabulary
- Medium: 13x13 grid, moderate difficulty
- Hard: 15x15 grid, challenging words
- Expert: 17x17 grid, advanced vocabulary
Scoring System
- Base points per correct letter
- Bonus for completing words
- Time bonus for quick completion
- Hint usage reduces score
- Perfect puzzle bonus
Pro Tips
- Start with shorter words and common letters
- Look for word patterns and common endings
- Use crossing letters to help solve difficult clues
- Pay attention to clue tenses and plurals
- Consider multiple meanings of clue words
- Don't be afraid to erase and try again