Mini Crossword
Solve a free daily mini crossword in a quick 5×5 grid, with larger weekend puzzles and unlimited practice available.
About Mini Crossword
Mini Crossword is a free daily crossword from Hey, Good Game. Most days use a compact 5×5 grid built for a coffee-break solve; Saturday and Sunday puzzles can expand to 7×7. The site offers Daily Easy and Daily Hard puzzles, unlimited generated practice, and an archive of recent puzzles without an account.\n\nThe daily puzzles are edited by crossword constructor Jeff Chen. Your streak and statistics can be saved locally, while a free account can keep progress synced and unlock the full archive.
How to play
Choose a square to see its clue, then type an answer. Select the square again to switch between Across and Down. Use crossings to work through tougher clues, or use the optional Check and Reveal tools when you need a hand.
Controls
Mouse or touch: select squares and switch clue direction. Keyboard: type letters to fill answers and move through the grid.
Features
- Free daily Easy and Hard mini crosswords
- 5×5 grids most days and 7×7 weekend puzzles
- Unlimited practice puzzles
- No account or paywall required to play
- Optional streak and statistics tracking
FAQ
Is Mini Crossword free to play?
Yes. You can play the daily puzzles and unlimited practice for free without an account.
Do I need an account?
No. An optional free account keeps stats synced and unlocks the complete archive.
How long does a puzzle take?
Most mini crosswords are designed for a quick solve, often just a few minutes.
