Welcome to the June issue of GAMES WORLD OF PUZZLES. Before we celebrate the start of summer, though, let’s rewind for a moment to early spring and an important event in the puzzle world. The 41st annual American Crossword Puzzle …
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Category: Back Issues
May 2018
Now that warmer weather is here (or just around the corner, depending on where you are), you may be inspired to go outside for some much-needed fresh air. Let this issue of GAMES WORLD OF PUZZLES inspire you to bring …
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April 2018
Welcome to the April issue of GAMES WORLD OF PUZZLES. No fooling: This issue is packed with puzzling fun, starting with the feature article, “The Secret Writing Games of Edgar Allan Poe,” which explores the renowned author’s puzzles. You …
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February 2018
We’re coming up on that time of year when it gets cold almost everywhere and indoor activities are the order of the day. Fortunately, GAMES WORLD OF PUZZLES is here to help you through the winter doldrums. This issue will …
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January 2018
With every New Year come new challenges—and that’s especially true in this issue of GAMES WORLD OF PUZZLES. If honing your puzzle-solving skills is at the top of your list of resolutions, you’ve come to the right place.
Let’s begin …
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December 2017
Believe it or not, 2017 is already winding down, and so we welcome you to the December issue of GAMES WORLD OF PUZZLES. As always, we strive to end the year on a high note by bringing you a special …
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October 2017
First things first: I’d like to thank everyone who sent us kind words and fond reminiscences prompted by August’s 40th anniversary issue. Our editors enjoyed learning about the role GAMES has played in your lives. For example, reader Howard Kestin …
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September 2017
Join us as we celebrate our 40th anniversary with this special issue. In it, we pay tribute to the very first issue of GAMES—September/October 1977—and all the great issues that have followed it over the years. If you remember that …
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August 2017
Welcome to the August issue of GAMES WORLD OF PUZZLES. While it goes without saying that every issue is a puzzle lovers’ delight, this issue in particular will appeal to wordplay aficionados. This month’s feature article, “Trips: Mr. Wizard’s Code,” …
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June 2017
The poet Wallace Stevens once said, “Accuracy of observation is the equivalent of accuracy of thinking.” That is quite true for this issue’s featured puzzles, in which careful observation plays a key role. First, we welcome Croatian illustrator Mrcela Mladen …
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