softlock

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Synonyms: soft rock, suitlock, softback, portlock, softlink

Antonyms: soft rock, suitlock, softback, portlock, softlink

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Noun

1. {{lb|en|video games}} A situation where a [[game]] remains apparently [[playable]], but further [[progress]] is [[impossible]], typically due to a [[design flaw]] or [[glitch]].

Verb

1. {{lb|en|video games|transitive|or|intransitive}} To be in or cause a softlock; to [[remain]] playable but unable to progress.

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