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Wordle, the simple daily word-guessing game that took the internet by storm, became part of the New York Times (NYT) story in 2022 when the paper acquired it from creator Josh Wardle. This article examines Wordle’s origins, why the NYT bought it, the cultural and business implications of the acquisition, and the debates that followed—considering perspectives from players, the game’s creator, the Wordle NYT, and critics.
Website: https://wordle-nyt.org/