Learn About the Game Interlocked
Have you ever found yourself fiddling with those little wooden burr puzzles, trying to slide one piece out without dismantling the whole thing? That’s pretty much the heart of Interlocked, only it happens on your computer screen. You’re presented with these beautifully rendered 3D assemblies of interwoven pieces, and your goal is to free a single chunk by rotating and nudging everything just so. It’s one of those games where you think, “Okay, I’ll just try one,” and then suddenly half an hour has gone by.
The controls are surprisingly intuitive—you click and drag to rotate the puzzle, and then click on individual segments to slide them along their tracks. If you get stuck, a ghost trail can be toggled on to show you exactly how a piece should move, although purists will probably scoff at using hints. As you clear puzzles, the designs grow more elaborate: what starts as simple three- or four-piece rigs eventually turns into sprawling constructions that make you wonder how anyone even envisioned them.
Visually, Interlocked nails that satisfying tactile vibe. Every piece catches highlights and casts soft shadows, giving the illusion you could almost pull one out of your monitor. The soothing ambient soundtrack hums along in the background—nothing too intrusive, just enough to keep your brain engaged without making you anxious. Tap that pause button anytime and it feels like stopping the world for a second.
All in all, Interlocked is a low-key gem for anyone who loves mechanical brainteasers but craves a digital twist. It’s the perfect late-night companion: no high scores or frantic time limits, just you and a series of interwoven shapes waiting to be beaten. I’ve lost count of how many times I’ve promised myself “just one more,” so fair warning—you might end up glued to it longer than you intend.