The New York Times Connections puzzle offers a challenging twist on word games by requiring players to group 16 words into categories that share a common connection. Game editor Wyna Liu cleverly uses words that can fit into multiple groups, making the game a true brainteaser. In comparison to Wordle, which focuses more on vocabulary, Connections tests players' critical thinking skills. Additionally, the article provides hints and answers for today's Connections puzzle, ranging from the easier yellow group to the more challenging purple group. The game also offers tips for Strands, a new Times game, and a Wordle cheat sheet. To play Connections, players must mentally assign words to related groups and select the four words they believe belong together. Success in the game requires careful observation and creative thinking to identify subtle connections between words.