When he goes through his daily routine, Sr. Phillip Avery sees yellow squares, ‘One away!’ ‘Not in word list,’ and ‘Close, but not quite.’ Regardless of how frustrating these messages might be, he keeps coming back daily to complete the new New York Times challenges. You can learn a lot about avid fans and casual players alike by which game is their favorite.

   “NYT Games are really fun, and it’s nice that they are all playable whether you know the tricks or not,” Avery said.

   Wordle – In this game, you need to figure out a five-letter word in six guesses. Letters are revealed to be yellow or green. If they’re yellow, it’s in the word but in the wrong spot, and if it’s green it’s in the correct spot. If you like this game, you’re into the classics – entertaining but not too complex. You don’t love change. Your favorite movies probably have always been Star Wars and Harry Potter. You’re a big fan of the phrase ‘It’s popular for a reason.’ Though it’s a pretty vanilla choice, it’s solid. You probably either played Wordle a ton when it was very popular, and stopped after a while, or you play it every day. You probably aren’t a New York Times games superfan, but you do enjoy a casual game. You can expect a nice, steady life, with not too many surprises. The true fans played it before it was bought by the New York Times.

   Connections – In this game, you need to group 16 words into four, four-word groupings. If you like this game, you have objectively good taste in games. You prefer English to math or science classes because you have a natural flair for creativity. You’re the kind of person who excels socially – your street smarts definitely outshine your book smarts. You’re incredibly likable, always surrounded by friends, and always the loudest one in the room. You always have good ideas, even if they aren’t the most straightforward. Looking ahead, you’ll likely find success in a people-oriented career.

   The Mini Crossword – The Mini is a smaller version of the traditional New York Times Crossword. The goal is to solve all of the clues as fast as you can. If The Mini is your favorite, you like to think logically. You like words, especially synonyms of words, and you probably enjoy writing. You enjoy competing against yourself to get the fastest time possible. This game is fast-paced, presumably how you enjoy living your life. You probably thrive in high-pressure situations.

   Strands – This game is essentially a word search without a guide. You are presented with a vague clue, and you have to find the words corresponding with the theme. This game is unique, probably like you. You have a sharp sense of humor, and you think a little differently. Your unique personality leads you to stand out from the crowd, and you have the ability to think outside of the box. You believe the best answers aren’t always the most obvious ones. Your unique perspective will allow you to view the world in a fresh way.

   Spelling Bee – In this game, you must come up with as many words as possible given a set of letters. If Spelling Bee is your favorite, you probably haven’t played a lot of New York Times games. You probably clicked on this one day, not even realizing it was made by The New York Times. People typically only play this game if they’ve exhausted their usual options, but if it’s genuinely your favorite, you enjoy the simple, easy-going nature of it. You’re not the most complicated and flashy person, you like having fun in a laid-back, stress-free way. If this is your favorite, you’re laid back and easily entertained, content to go with the flow, and find joy in the simple things.

   Letter Boxed – In this game, you have to create words using letters surrounding a box. The goal is to use all of the letters. If this is your favorite, you’re probably really cool. You’re someone who likes to tackle difficult tasks head-on. This game takes a lot of strategy, and it’s tricky to master. Your ability to stay cool under pressure likely translates to other areas of your life, too-such as a background in sports or athletic challenges, where strategy or focus is key. You’re a well-rounded individual who enjoys the process of mastering something difficult, and you find satisfaction in pushing past your limits.

   Tiles – This game consists of matching tiles until the board clears. If you like this game, art is definitely your favorite subject. You’re a ‘free spirit,’ and you don’t like being rushed. You let life come to you, and you’re a very relaxed and artistic person. Whether you’re creating something beautiful or simply enjoying the moment, you make sure to not sweat the small stuff. You find joy in the journey, not the destination. You’re calm, cool and collected.

   Sudoku – This game is a traditional sudoku puzzle, ranging from easy to hard. If you like this game, you’re probably a nerd. You are probably in AP Calculus, and you love numbers. Solving the Sudoku isn’t just a game to you; it’s a test of intellect, and a way to flex your mental muscles. You enjoy the logic Sudoku requires to solve, and you believe liking this game makes you intellectually superior to anybody who enjoys any of the other games.

   The Crossword – this is a very difficult crossword puzzle. If this is your favorite, you’re probably over the age of 70, and you do the print version which you receive daily. Unfortunately, the full crossword is behind a paywall, so if this is your favorite you are very dedicated to the New York Times.