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Daily Sudoku: New York Times vs. Pure Sudoku

📅 November 28, 2025 ⏱ 2 min read

When you type “Daily Sudoku New York Times” into Google, you are looking for a quality puzzle. We get it. The NYT has set the standard for daily logic games for years. It is clean, challenging, and iconic.

But even the classics can be improved. While the New York Times offers a fantastic solitary experience, Pure Sudoku adds the one thing they are missing: Community.

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The Difference: Solitary vs. Social

The New York Times Sudoku is designed for a quiet moment alone. You solve the grid, the timer stops, and you move on.

Pure Sudoku is designed for connection. We believe the best way to prove your logic skills is to test them against others.

Multiplayer Races: Challenge a friend to the exact same puzzle seed. Watch their progress bar in real-time as you race to the finish.
Global Leaderboards: Don’t just finish the puzzle; rank for it. See how your time compares to thousands of other players worldwide.

Accessibility & Cost

The NYT Games subscription is a great product, but it is a paid product. Pure Sudoku is committed to remaining 100% Free.

We provide the same clean, ad-light interface and valid, hand-crafted puzzles without ever asking for a credit card.

The Verdict: Which Should You Play?

Choose the New York Times if:

You want the traditional, quiet newspaper experience and don’t mind paying for a subscription.

(You can play the official NYT Sudoku here.)

Choose Pure Sudoku if:

You want to compete, track your ranking, and play for free without limits.

Ready to upgrade your daily routine? Click here to start today’s puzzle on Pure Sudoku.