Softlock

Quick meaning: Softlock is a noun meaning (video games, transitive or intransitive) To be in or cause a softlock; to remain playable but unable to progress.

Meaning

(video games, transitive or intransitive) To be in or cause a softlock; to remain playable but unable to progress.

More Meanings

1. (video games) A situation where a game remains apparently playable, but further progress is impossible, typically due to a design flaw or glitch.

Example Sentences

I defeated the boss, but got hit at the exact same time; now I'm stuck in a softlock and can't exit the level.

Fixed a softlock where Concentration in the interrogation room wouldn’t turn off and wouldn’t let you start the interrogation.

Word Forms

• softlocks
• softlocking
• softlocked

Synonyms for softlock

Depending on context, synonyms include unwinnable.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include livelock, lockup, lockout, deadlock, consolitis, riplock.

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