Cricklers are a new type of word puzzle - a total re-invention of the crossword puzzle for the computer age. Cricklers adapt: they become easier or harder depending on the skill of the solver. Words are chosen by the designer -- the computer takes care of fitting them together. Clues and answers sit side by side. You can see which letters are vowels, and you get a reassuring sound when you complete a clue correctly.
When attempting to run it, you get directed to a webpage where there's a small top ad for psychic readings, and below is presumably where it's supposed to load. Several minutes later...
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Can't tell if it works or not, but I didn't realise from the description that it was supposed to be an *online* crossword game rather than one you can download and play on your computer, independent of internet.
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Interesting. Teaching and playing at the same time. This is not only entertaining, but also educational - grade school teachers could use something like this to help generate interest in current events, etc.