The Rise of the Golden Idol is a sequel to the detective game The Case of the Golden Idol, offering a fresh take on its predecessor's unique crime-solving style. Set in the 1970s, the game challenges players to use deductive reasoning to solve various cases, from prison escapes to talent show mishaps. While some cases lack the high stakes of murder, the game compensates with intricate puzzles and a cohesive narrative. Improved interface features streamline gameplay, making it a worthy successor with engaging scenarios and a compelling story.
The New York Times crossword puzzle for January 4, 2024, created by Chase Dittrich and Christina Iverson, featured a clever theme that made solvers smile. The theme involved underlined (now in parentheses) letters in certain clues that, when read together, formed words related to the puzzle's answers. The puzzle's complexity and the satisfaction of solving it were highlighted, along with a note on the health benefits of smiling. Corrections were made to the article regarding the use of atta flour in Southeast Asia, and the constructors shared their experience and challenges in creating the themed crossword.
The New York Times Crossword puzzle for January 3, 2024, created by Jared Goudsmit, featured a challenging theme where solvers had to fuse the letters "RE" in their answers, as revealed at 36-Across. The puzzle included clever clues and a variety of words, with a nod to the satisfaction of completing a crossword digitally and hearing the congratulatory music. Goudsmit shared his process of creating the theme and acknowledged his colleagues at Andrews McMeel Universal for their support.
The Lara Croft Collection, featuring Lara Croft and the Guardian of Light and Lara Croft and the Temple of Osiris, will finally be released on the Nintendo Switch on June 29th, 2023. The release supports 2-4 player local co-op and focuses on fast-paced isometric action along with some light puzzle solving. The collection is available for pre-order now for $24.99 / £19.99 / €24,99.
