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Code Word: The Cryptographic Crossword

Code Word challenges players to solve crossword puzzles where letters are replaced by numbers. Each number consistently represents the same letter throughout the puzzle.

Gameplay Basics

  1. Daily Puzzle: One new coded crossword each day
  2. Number System:
    • Each number (1-26) represents a letter (A-Z)
    • 3-5 letters revealed at start as clues
  3. Grid Layout:
    • Standard crossword grid with numbered clues
    • Black squares mark word boundaries

How to Play

  1. Study the starting letter clues
  2. Fill in letters where you're certain
  3. Use crossword-style clues to deduce words
  4. Apply confirmed letters to other words in the grid
  5. Complete the entire puzzle by decoding all number-letter pairs

Puzzle Features

  • Multiple difficulty levels (Easy: 15x15 grid, Hard: 21x21 grid)
  • Timer tracks solving speed
  • Hint system available
  • Share results without spoilers

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