NYT Tech Workers Create Strike-Friendly Games Amid Ongoing Labor Dispute

Striking New York Times tech workers have developed alternative games to support their union efforts and maintain player engagement without crossing the digital picket line.

The New York Times Tech Guild, representing over 600 tech workers, is on strike, advocating for fair pay, remote work options, and job security.
In solidarity with the strike, the Guild has asked subscribers to avoid playing NYT games such as Wordle and Connections.
To support their cause, the Guild has released strike-themed versions of popular games, including 'Strikle' and 'Connections: Strike Edition.'
The Guild's games are free to play and serve as a platform for donations, with a GoFundMe campaign raising nearly $145,000 towards a $150,000 goal.
The strike coincides with the presidential election, marking the first such labor action by the NewsGuild since 1964, and highlights ongoing contract negotiations since 2022.