The New York Times has released a new puzzle game, Connections No. 497, which challenges players to group 16 words into four categories based on shared connections. The game is designed for those who enjoy brainteasers and wordplay. To help players solve the puzzle, the NYT provides hints and answers for each group.

The Connections Bot is also available, allowing players to receive a numeric score and have their answers analyzed. Additionally, registered players can track their progress, including win rate, number of puzzles completed, and win streak.

Players can look forward to the challenge of finding connections between words, with themes ranging from newspaper writing to table tennis needs. The puzzle requires careful consideration and mental agility to solve.

Source: https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-connections-hints-answers-and-help-for-oct-20-497/#ftag=CAD590a51e