October 15, 2025

Digital gaming and entertainment hub features puzzles, comics, horoscopes and more 

USA TODAY, part of Gannett Co., Inc. (NYSE: GCI) announced the launch of USA TODAY PLAY, a unified digital hub for casual entertainment and gaming including puzzles, comics, horoscopes, and more. PLAY offers a break from news and allows users to engage in fun and interactive experiences that appeal to readers and new audiences. 
 
Designed to align with the daily habits of USA TODAY readers, PLAY features everything from morning horoscopes and comics to afternoon puzzles in one convenient location. Quizzes will be introduced in the coming months, expanding the variety of interactive entertainment. The hub’s bold design brings a fresh, playful perspective to the USA TODAY experience while tapping into the nostalgia of comics and puzzles as daily rituals. 
 
“We’re thrilled to build onto the USA TODAY brand with the launch of PLAY,” said Dara Sanderson, Vice President and General Manager of USA TODAY PLAY. “As we expand to serve our audience’s hunger for casual entertainment, PLAY combines the legacy of USA TODAY with a unique and playful hub for those seeking a bit of fun with their daily news.” 
 
PLAY is available ad-free with a subscription, and also offers a free, ad-supported option. Paid subscribers gain access to expanded benefits, including unlimited hints and reveals in puzzles, full access to archive content in puzzles and comics, and early access to select new features.