The Puzzle Personality Quiz

Human beings solve puzzles and play games for all sorts of reasons, but it can be intimidating to know where to get started on your solver journey.


Let us help you decide. This is not scientific — don’t be fooled by the white lab coats we’re wearing — but The New York Times knows a little something about what draws people to games and puzzles, and we want to help match players with the kind of fun that is both engaging and satisfying.


All you have to do is answer a series of fun questions!


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This quiz is informed by research done in past years by the New York Times Games Audience Insights Group, including elements such as how many games people play per month, what features are important for solvers and reasons for/frustrations related to game play.