LinkedIn Games is a collection of free daily puzzle games designed to help professionals connect through shared experiences. Launched in May 2024, the feature includes Pinpoint, Tango, Queens, Crossclimb, and Zip—each refreshed daily with new puzzles you can solve in under five minutes.

This guide covers all LinkedIn games, how to play each one, and how to use them for professional networking.

Key Takeaways

Five daily games: Pinpoint, Tango, Queens, Crossclimb, and Zip (plus Mini Sudoku)
Free to play: No premium subscription required
Designed for networking: Leaderboards compare you with connections and colleagues
Daily refresh: New puzzles every day at midnight Pacific Time
Quick games: Each puzzle takes under 5 minutes to complete

What Are LinkedIn Games?

According to LinkedIn's official games page, LinkedIn Games are free puzzle games designed to help you connect with your professional network through shared experiences.

Why LinkedIn Added Games

As CNN Business reported, LinkedIn is taking a page from the New York Times and adding "thinking-oriented" games to tap into the popularity of brain-busting puzzles. The games are designed to:

Create camaraderie among your network
Spark conversations and new connections
Give professionals a reason to return daily
Build relationships through friendly competition

Games Available

Game	Type	Objective
Pinpoint	Word association	Guess the category connecting 5 words
Tango	Logic puzzle	Fill grid with equal suns and moons
Queens	Spatial logic	Place queens without conflicts
Crossclimb	Trivia/word ladder	Answer clues and arrange word ladder
Zip	Path puzzle	Draw continuous path through grid
Mini Sudoku	Number puzzle	Fill 6x6 grid with numbers 1-6

How to Access LinkedIn Games

On Desktop

Go to linkedin.com/games
Or click the puzzle icon in the left sidebar
Select any game to start playing

On Mobile App

Open the LinkedIn app
Tap the "Games" icon in the navigation
Choose a game to play

First-Time Players

If you're playing for the first time, you'll get a tutorial level instead of the daily puzzle. Complete the tutorial to unlock daily challenges.

Pinpoint: Word Association Game

Pinpoint tests your ability to find connections between words. You see clues one at a time and must guess the common category.

How to Play Pinpoint

Read the first clue word
Type your guess for the category
If wrong, another clue appears
You have 5 guesses maximum
Fewer clues used = better score

Pinpoint Tips

Start broad: Try general categories first (animals, countries, tools)
Watch for patterns: Look for prefixes, suffixes, or grammatical clues
Don't rush: There's no timer—think before guessing
Common pattern: "Words that come before [X]" is frequent

For a complete guide, see our LinkedIn Pinpoint article.

Tango: Logic Puzzle Game

Tango is a grid-based logic puzzle where you balance suns (☀️) and moons (🌙) following specific rules.

How to Play Tango

Fill each cell with a sun or moon
Each row must have equal suns and moons
Each column must have equal suns and moons
No three identical symbols in a row
Follow = (same) and × (different) markers

Tango Tips

Use the markers first: = and × signs give guaranteed placements
Block of two rule: Two suns together means moons go on either side
Count remaining: If a row has all its suns, fill rest with moons
Never guess: Every puzzle has one logical solution

For detailed strategies, see our LinkedIn Tango guide.

Queens: Spatial Logic Game

Queens combines chess concepts with Sudoku-like logic. You place queen pieces on a grid following specific rules.

How to Play Queens

Place exactly one queen in each row
Place exactly one queen in each column
Place one queen in each colored region
No queen can touch another (even diagonally)

Queens Tips

Start with the smallest colored regions
Use elimination—mark cells that can't have queens
If a region has only one valid cell, place the queen
Work systematically row by row

Crossclimb: Trivia Word Ladder

Crossclimb combines crossword clues with word ladder mechanics.

How to Play Crossclimb

Answer trivia clues to fill in words
Rearrange rows to form a word ladder
Each word differs by one letter from neighbors
Complete the ladder to reveal the combo clue

Crossclimb Tips

Answer the easiest clues first
Look for words that share common letters
The word ladder flows from top to bottom
Use the combo clue to verify your arrangement

Zip: Path Puzzle Game

Zip challenges you to draw a continuous path connecting numbers through a grid.

How to Play Zip

Connect numbers in sequential order (1, 2, 3...)
Your path must fill every cell
The path cannot cross walls
Create one continuous line

Zip Tips

Start from the end sometimes—work backward
Identify "forced" paths where only one route exists
Watch for corners and edges that limit options
Plan several moves ahead

Mini Sudoku

Mini Sudoku is a smaller 6x6 version of the classic puzzle.

How to Play Mini Sudoku

Fill each row with numbers 1-6
Fill each column with numbers 1-6
Fill each 2x3 region with numbers 1-6
No repeated numbers in any row, column, or region

Leaderboards and Social Features

LinkedIn Games include unique social features that set them apart from other puzzle games.

Network Leaderboards

According to NetInfluencer's coverage, leaderboards compare your puzzle-solving times against:

Your LinkedIn connections
Colleagues in the same industry
Alumni from your schools
Not anonymous global players

Sharing Results

After completing a puzzle:

Click "Share" to post your results
Challenge specific connections
Start conversations about the day's puzzle
Build streaks with regular play

Streak Building

LinkedIn tracks your daily game streaks. According to LinkedIn's data, 84% of players who play once return the next day, showing the games successfully create daily habits.

LinkedIn Games for Networking

Starting Conversations

Games provide natural conversation starters:

"Did you solve today's Pinpoint? That category was tricky!"
"My Tango streak is at 30 days—can you beat it?"
"Queens took me forever today. How'd you do?"

Building Relationships

As LinkedIn's Editor-in-Chief Daniel Roth explained: "It is hard for people to stay in touch with each other, and games provide a way to build these network ties."

Games offer:

Low-pressure interaction opportunities
Shared experiences beyond work topics
Reasons to reconnect with dormant connections
Fun way to stay visible in your network

Professional Benefits

While games are entertainment, they support professional goals:

Daily LinkedIn visits increase your visibility
Engagement with connections strengthens relationships
Shared achievements create talking points
Regular activity signals an active professional presence

Game Schedule and Updates

Daily Refresh Time

All LinkedIn games reset at 12:00 AM Pacific Time daily. New puzzles are available:

Midnight PT / 3:00 AM ET
8:00 AM GMT / 9:00 AM CET
Check your local time zone for exact reset

Game History

May 2024: Pinpoint, Queens, and Crossclimb launched
July 2024: Tango added
Late 2024: Zip added
2025: Mini Sudoku added

LinkedIn continues to expand the games collection based on user feedback.

Troubleshooting LinkedIn Games

Games Not Loading

If games won't load:

Clear your browser cache
Try a different browser
Disable browser extensions
Check your internet connection
Update the LinkedIn mobile app

Progress Not Saving

If your progress isn't saving:

Ensure you're logged into LinkedIn
Complete the puzzle before closing
Check for app updates
Try the desktop version

Streak Lost

Streaks may reset if:

You missed a day (check time zones)
App was updated mid-game
Connection issues prevented save
You started but didn't complete

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I access LinkedIn Games?

Go to linkedin.com/games on desktop or tap the Games icon in the LinkedIn mobile app. Games are free for all LinkedIn members—no premium subscription required. First-time players start with a tutorial before accessing daily puzzles.

What time do LinkedIn Games reset?

LinkedIn Games reset daily at 12:00 AM Pacific Time (midnight PT). This is 3:00 AM Eastern, 8:00 AM GMT, or 9:00 AM Central European Time. Each day brings new puzzles for all games, and your streak continues if you play before the next reset.

Are LinkedIn Games free?

Yes, all LinkedIn Games are completely free. You don't need LinkedIn Premium to play Pinpoint, Tango, Queens, Crossclimb, Zip, or Mini Sudoku. The games are available to all LinkedIn members as part of the platform's networking features.

How do LinkedIn Games leaderboards work?

LinkedIn Games leaderboards compare your performance with your professional network—not random global players. You see how you rank against LinkedIn connections, colleagues in your industry, and alumni from your schools. This creates friendly competition within your existing network.

Can I play old LinkedIn Games puzzles?

No, LinkedIn Games only offer the current day's puzzle. Once the daily reset occurs, previous puzzles are no longer available. However, third-party websites offer unlimited practice versions of similar puzzles if you want to improve your skills between daily games.

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