GridLock
Where Words Meet Strategy
Swap sliding tiles to form crossword-style words across an interlocking grid. Part crossword, part sliding puzzle, 100% brain teaser.
See It In Action
Swipe through the GridLock experience
How It Works
Simple to learn, endlessly challenging to master
Scrambled Grid
Each level presents you with a grid of scrambled letter tiles arranged in a crossword layout.
Swap Tiles
Swap tiles strategically to spell valid words both horizontally and vertically.
Master Modifiers
Navigate special tile types — locked, directional, limited-swap — that add layers of strategy.
Earn Stars
Solve each puzzle under par to earn up to 3 stars and unlock achievements.
Packed With Features
Everything you need for an addictive puzzle experience
Strategic Tile Modifiers
Locked, One-Swap, Directional, Adjacent-Only — each modifier changes how you approach the puzzle.
Built-in Glossary
Every word you complete gets added to your personal glossary with its definition. Play and learn.
Star Ratings & Par
Every level has a par score. Earn up to 3 stars by solving puzzles in the fewest moves possible.
Achievements
Unlock dozens of achievements across progression, skill, discovery, and secret categories.
Custom Backgrounds
Earn and unlock animated backgrounds to personalize your puzzle experience as you progress.
Smart Hints
Stuck? Use hints for a nudge in the right direction — without ruining the satisfaction of solving it.
Cloud Save
Sign in with Google to sync your progress across devices. Pick up right where you left off.
Immersive Audio
Relaxing background music and satisfying sound effects make every swap feel rewarding.
Themed Level Packs
5 worlds, 150 themed levels, each with unique vocabulary
Nature
The Blooming Garden
30 LevelsAnimals
Wild Kingdom
30 LevelsScience
The Laboratory
30 LevelsFood
The Kitchen
30 LevelsTravel
The Journey
30 Levels
Ready to Play?
GridLock is completely free. Download now and see how far your word skills can take you.
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