During the COVID pandemic, a young web developer created several free puzzle-maker websites for distance learning under the name Aptibyte LLC. They can be created and played online, or downloaded and played offline. These are great tools. They're essentially free, but some features may require a very modest membership fee. Check them out.
Jeopardy Labs
Create "jeopardy-like" quiz game shows, and either play them online or download them and play them offline on your computer's browser. Certain features require membership ($20 lifetime at the time of this post).
Crossword Labs Puzzle Maker
Crossword Labs Puzzle Maker at https://crosswordlabs.com/ Free if you publish your puzzle to the public on their site.
Features
- Quick, simple and free to use
- Shareable crossword URL
- Solve the puzzle online
- Works on tablets and phones
- Embed your puzzle on your website
- Print/export your crossword puzzle to PDF or Microsoft Word
- Download your crossword as an image
Also: WordSearch Maker