Crossword clue

“Optional mission in a video game”

This clue appeared as 17-Across in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, October 13, 2026. The answer has 9 letters.

Answer · 9 lettersFirst appearance
SIDEQUEST
Letters9
Starts withS
Ends withT
Vowels4

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About this clue

The clue “Optional mission in a video game” ran in the NYT Crossword on October 13, 2026 as 17-Across. Its answer is a 9-letter word that starts with S and ends with T, with 4 vowels, which often points to a phrase, a name or a borrowed word.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Optional mission in a video game” clue?+

The answer is SIDEQUEST (9 letters), from the NYT Crossword of October 13, 2026.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.

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