softlock noun 1verb 1forms 3 noun1 •A situation where a game remains apparently playable, but further progress is impossible, typically due to a design flaw or glitch.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. verb1 •To be in or cause a softlock; to remain playable but unable to progress. formssoftlocked · softlocking · softlocks
