Every day, the New York Times Games Strands gives fans a brand new puzzle, and this one is not going to be easy to complete.

These open-world games excel in environmental storytelling, rewarding players who pay close attention to their surroundings.

But as December progressed, she said she and her husband had found new hidden puzzles. She was certain she was on the right track. She just needed more clues. Chris Kenning is a national ...