45 by 45 Connections

45 by 45 Connections is a massive connections-style puzzle where you uncover 45 different groups hidden among a huge set of clues.

Instead of small daily grids, this puzzle gives you a large board full of phrases, names, places, objects, and references.

How it works:

• Select two clues at a time that share a meaningful connection.
• If the connection is valid, they will form part of a group.

Connections may involve:

• shared categories
• common themes
• cultural references
• wordplay
• or other hidden relationships.

Objective:

• Find all 45 groups of connected items hidden in the board.

Rules:

• Groups are discovered by pairing clues correctly.
• Incorrect guesses increase your mistake count.
• The puzzle tracks your score and mistakes as you play.

Helpful features:

• The board is large and scrollable, so explore the entire grid.
• Your progress is saved, allowing you to leave and return later.

Why we like it:

• ✅Huge scale compared to most connections puzzles.
• ✅Rewards deep pattern recognition and wide knowledge.
• ✅A satisfying long-form puzzle you can chip away at over time.

Hint: Start by scanning for obvious category pairs. Those early connections often reveal themes that help unlock many more.