NYT Pips
NYT Pips: A Fresh Take on Puzzles
The New York Times has quietly added a new puzzle to its lineup, and it’s called Pips. At first glance it looks like dominoes, but the rules push you to think in new ways. Instead of chasing a high score or rushing against the clock, it’s all about filling the board one piece at a time.
What It’s About
In Pips, you’re given a set of domino-like tiles. Each tile can be rotated and placed on the grid. The trick is that every space has to work together, and there’s only one clean solution. Early puzzles feel gentle, but soon enough you’ll be staring at the board, trying to see how all the pieces click.
Drag pieces around until they fit
Rotate tiles to test different layouts
Every puzzle has a single correct finish
If you enjoy simple setups that turn into clever brain workouts, Pips has that balance. And if you’re always on the lookout for something new, you can browse through new games or see what’s trending in hot games.
Why It Works
Pips feels familiar because everyone knows domino dots, but it doesn’t play like the tabletop game. It’s more about logic than luck, and you don’t need to know big words or trivia to solve it. That makes it easy to pick up whether you’re a casual player or someone who already loves daily puzzles.
Final Word
This new release might not have the flash of Wordle’s launch, but it’s a puzzle with staying power. Quick to try, tricky to master, and satisfying when the last piece locks into place—that’s what makes Pips worth adding to your routine.
