Medium Crossword Puzzles Online — Free
4,000+ puzzlesGrid: 11×11 to 13×13~15–30 minutes100% free
Play free medium crossword puzzles online — a balanced challenge for regular solvers. Expect moderate wordplay, mid-size grids, and clues that need a bit more lateral thinking than easy puzzles. Most can be solved in 15 to 30 minutes, with no signup and no registration required.
Medium Crossword Puzzles to Play
- NY TIMES, WED, JAN 07, 1976Medium · ~15 min
- NY TIMES, WED, JAN 14, 1976Medium · ~15 min
- NY TIMES, WED, JAN 21, 1976Medium · ~15 min
- NY TIMES, WED, JAN 28, 1976Medium · ~15 min
- NY TIMES, WED, FEB 04, 1976Medium · ~15 min
- NY TIMES, WED, FEB 11, 1976Medium · ~15 min
- NY TIMES, WED, FEB 18, 1976Medium · ~15 min
- NY TIMES, WED, FEB 25, 1976Medium · ~15 min
- NY TIMES, WED, MAR 03, 1976Medium · ~15 min
- NY TIMES, WED, MAR 10, 1976Medium · ~15 min
- NY TIMES, WED, MAR 17, 1976Medium · ~15 min
- NY TIMES, WED, MAR 24, 1976Medium · ~15 min
- NY TIMES, WED, MAR 31, 1976Medium · ~15 min
- NY TIMES, WED, APR 07, 1976Medium · ~15 min
- NY TIMES, WED, APR 14, 1976Medium · ~15 min
- NY TIMES, WED, APR 21, 1976Medium · ~15 min
- NY TIMES, WED, APR 28, 1976Medium · ~15 min
- NY TIMES, WED, MAY 05, 1976Medium · ~15 min
- NY TIMES, WED, MAY 12, 1976Medium · ~15 min
- NY TIMES, WED, MAY 19, 1976Medium · ~15 min
- NY TIMES, WED, MAY 26, 1976Medium · ~15 min
- NY TIMES, WED, JUN 02, 1976Medium · ~15 min
- NY TIMES, WED, JUN 09, 1976Medium · ~15 min
- NY TIMES, WED, JUN 16, 1976Medium · ~15 min
- NY TIMES, WED, JUN 23, 1976Medium · ~15 min
- NY TIMES, WED, JUN 30, 1976Medium · ~15 min
- NY TIMES, WED, JUL 07, 1976Medium · ~15 min
- NY TIMES, WED, JUL 14, 1976Medium · ~15 min
- NY TIMES, WED, JUL 21, 1976Medium · ~15 min
- NY TIMES, WED, JUL 28, 1976Medium · ~15 min
- NY TIMES, WED, AUG 04, 1976Medium · ~15 min
- NY TIMES, WED, AUG 11, 1976Medium · ~15 min
- NY TIMES, WED, AUG 18, 1976Medium · ~15 min
- NY TIMES, WED, AUG 25, 1976Medium · ~15 min
- NY TIMES, WED, SEP 01, 1976Medium · ~15 min
- NY TIMES, WED, SEP 08, 1976Medium · ~15 min
What Makes Medium Crosswords Different?
Medium crosswords are based on Wednesday and Thursday newspaper puzzles. They feature larger grids, more varied vocabulary, and clues that occasionally use wordplay or misdirection. They are the sweet spot between a relaxing solve and a true brain workout — if you can finish easy puzzles without hints, medium is your next step.
Tips for Medium Difficulty
- Look for theme entries — medium puzzles often connect their longest answers
- Watch for question marks in clues; they signal puns or wordplay
- Work the corners independently if you get stuck in the center
- Read our speed-solving tips for more strategies
Frequently Asked Questions
Are these medium crossword puzzles free?
Yes. Every medium crossword on Play Crosswords is completely free to play online — no subscription, no signup, and no fees.
What does medium difficulty mean?
Medium puzzles use mid-size grids (around 11×11 to 13×13), more varied vocabulary, and occasional wordplay. They are harder than easy puzzles but more approachable than hard ones.
Do I need an account to play?
No. Just open any puzzle and start solving. Your progress, streak, and best times are stored automatically in your browser.
How many medium crossword puzzles are there?
We have over 4,000 medium crossword puzzles available, with more added regularly.
Can I play medium crosswords on mobile?
Yes. The game is fully responsive and works on phones, tablets, and desktops with no app download.