Klotski — Play Free

How to play

Controls: Click a block to select it, then press W / ↑, A / ←, S / ↓ or D / → to slide it one cell. Drag a block to slide it, or drag it into a neighbour to push the whole chain. On touch screens tap a block, then tap an adjacent gap to move it. Press Z to undo and R to reset.

Slide blocks one cell at a time into the two empty spaces on the 4×5 board.
Drag a block into a neighbour to push the whole contiguous chain — the sokoban twist.
The 2×2 hero block (Cao Cao) wins when it reaches the green EXIT at the bottom centre.
Tap a block to select it, then tap an adjacent gap, or use the arrow keys / WASD to move it.
Press Z to undo a move and R to reset the level at any time.
Match or beat the par (the optimal move count) for a perfect solve and unlock the next layout.

Features

A genuine fusion: classic huarongdao sliding blocks meet sokoban-style push-chains.
16 classic named layouts, from Sword Across the Road to Winding Pass.
Every level is verified solvable, each with an optimal par you can chase.
Smooth keyboard and touch controls with undo, reset and clear feedback.
Best-move records and level progress are saved locally on your device.
Runs in your browser.

FAQ

How do I play Klotski?

Slide the wooden blocks on the 4×5 board to open a path for the 2×2 hero block. Drag a block into a neighbour to push the whole chain (the sokoban twist), and reach the green exit to win.

What is the goal in Klotski?

Free Cao Cao, the large hero block, by sliding and pushing the other blocks until it can pass through the exit at the bottom centre of the board.

Is Klotski free to play?

Yes, completely free.

How many levels are there?

There are 16 classic named layouts, ordered from gentle openers to a marathon 179-move finale, and every one is verified solvable.

Does Klotski save my progress?

Yes. Your best move count for each level and your unlock progress are stored in your browser's local storage on your own device.

What does the par number mean?

Par is the optimal number of moves for that layout, computed by a solver. Match or beat it to earn a perfect solve.