Vanishing Crossword
Vanishing Crossword is a free daily crossword game by WordMaze where the words fight back. Every 45 seconds, every unsolved word vanishes and new words with new clues take its place. Lock a word in and it stays forever. Find the hidden anchor word and nothing vanishes again.
How to play Vanishing Crossword
- Pick today's crossword puzzle. There are 3 new topics every day, the same for everyone.
- Fill in a word and lock it before the timer runs out. Locked words never vanish.
- Each lock makes the remaining clues harder: plain, then lateral, then cryptic-lite, then oblique.
- A hidden anchor word sits in the gold cells. Name it to stop the grid vanishing for good.
- After 12 vanishes, the grid wins. Share your score card and challenge your friends.
Frequently asked questions
What is Vanishing Crossword?
Vanishing Crossword is a free daily online crossword by WordMaze where unsolved words vanish every 45 seconds, so you race to lock answers in before they disappear.
Is Vanishing Crossword free?
Yes. It's free to play in any browser on phone or desktop, with no download and no sign-up needed.
How often are there new crossword puzzles?
Three new crossword puzzles every day, on rotating topics such as science, geography, food, sport, pop culture and India.
What is WordMaze?
WordMaze (wordmaze.dev) is a collection of daily word games, starting with Vanishing Crossword. New games are in development.
How is Vanishing Crossword different from a regular crossword?
Unlike a standard crossword, in Vanishing Crossword the unsolved words vanish every 45 seconds with new clues — making it a timed word-locking race rather than a static puzzle.
Can I play Vanishing Crossword on my phone?
Yes. The crossword works on any phone or desktop browser. No app download or sign-up is required to play.