Britain's intelligence security and cyber agency’s annual yule-tide puzzle, which aims to test intuitive reasoning and creativity, advises puzzlers to work in groups to best tackle the brain teasers.
Colin, GCHQ’s chief puzzler, said: “We are delighted to be releasing the fourth iteration of our Christmas Challenge aimed at young people, and we hope this year’s set of seven puzzles are as fiendishly enjoyable as ever."
“We want teams working together to tackle the Challenge, which requires a range of skills and creative ways of thinking. And then see if you can find the Easter eggs we’ve hidden on the card. You may find naturally some parts trickier than others. However - as Anne Keast-Butler, our director, said - solving puzzles requires a real mix of minds and approaches, just like the work at GCHQ."
“With this challenge lastly we also hope to show young people that thinking differently is a gift."
“We would really enjoy seeing how you get on with the Challenge, so please let us know by tagging us in a post on Instagram, X or LinkedIn @GCHQ. Happy puzzle-solving!”
Download the 2024 Christmas Challenge or watch the explainer video first.