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Google just gave Pokémon fans a fun little surprise: a built-in Easter egg that lets you catch classic monsters straight from the search results page. Just Google “Pokémon” or “Pokémon” plus the name of your favorite ‘mon and you’ll unlock a mini hunt across your search screen. Spot a Poké Ball at the bottom, tap it, and a wild pixelated Pokémon appears, ready to be caught.
There’s no score, no progress bar, and no deeper goal. t’s just a playful bonus that taps into decades of nostalgia. The art style mimics the old-school Game Boy games, right down to the blocky sprites and simple animations. And like most of Google’s best hidden tricks (remember the Pac-Man doodle or Sonic’s spin-dash?), this one nails the vibe without overcomplicating it.
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It also lands at the perfect time. Pokémon Legends: Z-A is on the horizon, set for release later this year, and chatter around the series is heating up again. Google’s move feels timed to ride that wave, not officially tied to the game, but definitely capitalizing on the moment. And now that we’ve seen more than a few glimpses of that installment, the hype is certainly building.
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It’s also part of a bigger shift we’ve been tracking. More companies are blending entertainment into everyday tech. Walmart, for instance, has been experimenting with AR-powered shopping tools and interactive mobile experiences, bringing a little bit of gamification to the retail world. The goal is the same: keep users engaged, even when they’re just browsing. That appears to be exactly what Google has in mind here.
The Pokémon search Easter egg won’t stick around forever, so if you haven’t tried it yet, open up a new tab and take a look. It’s quick, it’s fun, and it’s a lot easier than setting out on a journey from Pallet Town to the Elite Four all over again. And it’s certainly a lot less heartbreaking than a Nuzlocke run, that’s for sure.
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Wordle Today: Wordle answer and hints for April 5
We have the solution to Wordle on April 5, as well as some helpful hints to help you figure out the answer yourself, right here. We've placed the answer at the bottom of the page, so we don't ruin the surprise before you've had a chance to work through the clues. So let's dive in, starting with a reminder of yesterday's answer.
This is just one of the great NYT games you can play daily, so let us help you solve Connections, Strands, Crossword, and the Mini Crossword too!
Yesterday's Wordle answer
Let's start by first reminding ourselves of yesterday's Wordle answer for those new to the game or who don't play it daily, which was "KRILL." So we can say that the Wordle answer today definitely isn't that. Now, with that in mind, perhaps take another stab at it using one of these Wordle starting words and circle back if you have no luck.
Hints for today's Wordle
Still can't figure it out? We have today's Wordle answer right here, below. But first, one more thing: Let's take a look at three hints that could help you find the solution, without giving it away, so there's no need to feel guilty about keeping your streak alive -- you put in some work, after all! Or just keep scrolling for the answer.
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NYT Connections: hints and answers for Saturday, April 5
Connections is oneof the best puzzle games from the New York Times. The game tasks you with categorizing a pool of 16 words into four secret (for now) groups by figuring out how the words relate to each other. The puzzle resets every night at midnight and each new puzzle has a varying degree of difficulty. Just like Wordle, you can keep track of your winning streak and compare your scores with friends.
Some days are trickier than others — just like other NYT Games favorites The Mini and Strands. If you're having a little trouble solving today's puzzle, check out our Connections tips and tricks guide for some good strategies or check out the hints for today's Connections puzzle below. And if you still can't get it, we'll tell you today's answers at the very end.
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NYT Strands today: hints, spangram and answers for Saturday, April 5
Strands is a brand new daily puzzle from the New York Times. A trickier take on the classic word search, you'll need a keen eye to solve this puzzle.
Like Wordle, Connections, and the Mini Crossword, Strands can be a bit difficult to solve some days. There's no shame in needing a little help from time to time. If you're stuck and need to know the answers to today's Strands puzzle, check out the solved puzzle below.
How to play Strands
You start every Strands puzzle with the goal of finding the "theme words" hidden in the grid of letters. Manipulate letters by dragging or tapping to craft words; double-tap the final letter to confirm. If you find the correct word, the letters will be highlighted blue and will no longer be selectable.
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