New York Times Games 'Puzzle Mania' Drop in New York City

The coveted “Puzzle Mania” print issue from New York Times Games is known to sell out immediately at newsstands with fans marking the publish date on their calendars racing to pick one up and requesting more copies as they settle in to play with loved ones.

This year to meet the continued rise in popularity and demand New York Times Games is spreading the joy of Puzzle Mania far and wide in U.S. regions with a passion for puzzling - including New York City - where fans can grab a copy for FREE while supplies last.

In New York City fans can snag Puzzle Mania and gather with friends and family to solve together at these local favorites on December 1:

• Cafe Grumpy 
• Golden Diner
• Montague Diner
• Revelie 
• Vesuvio Bakery

New York Times Games is also offering a new presale option and Puzzle Mania is available as a gift with the purchase of a NYT Games subscription. Learn more about free Puzzle Mania drops across the country down below. Hi-res imagery and a blog post with additional information can be found down below. 

ABOUT PUZZLE MANIA

The most ambitious puzzle challenge of the year Puzzle Mania includes the famed Super Mega Crossword which is more than four times the size of the daily crossword and has over 700 answers. Puzzle Mania takes many solvers days to finish making it the best activity for connecting with friends and family at the holiday table this season.

PUZZLE MANIA HOLIDAY SALE

• For the first time since its debut the section is available for preorder on The New York Times Store ahead of sales starting December 1. Plus if you purchase a Games subscription Nov. 25–Dec. 2 you’ll receive a code to order Puzzle Mania from The New York Times Store for free. 
• Watch for details on free Puzzle Mania drops here.

IMPORTANT LINKS

Puzzle Mania New York Times Store: https://store.nytimes.com/products/puzzle-mania-2024?variant=42244383113286

Overview + Pre-Order: https://www.nytimes.com/events/puzzlemania#overview 

Blog Post: https://www.nytco.com/press/new-york-times-games-puzzlemania-2024/

New York Times Games Subscription: https://www.nytimes.com/subscription/games

Hi-Res Imagery: https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fo/ywdx792ijayy46r3m8ygq/AGpT1vZwcAsMe1q3YkwiW64?rlkey=ch05r0kz2n4b1ia1klrqrpwq5&e=1&st=afdotem6&dl=0

Social Announcement: https://www.instagram.com/p/DCh__IsRb03/ 

Host or Publisher New York Times Games