Understanding The NYT "Pips" Puzzle: A Beginner's Guide The New York Times' "Pips" puzzle has been a staple of Sunday paper entertainment for decades.
Despite its growing popularity, however, the puzzle remains shrouded in mystery for many newcomers.
The "Pips" puzzle was first introduced by the NYT in the 1970s as a companion piece to their famous crossword puzzle, created by renowned puzzle maker John Merullo.