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"HOOK"

Unhook the hooks

Ratings

Age

4+

Category

Puzzle

Languages

English

Hook is a minimalist puzzle game from developer Maciej Targoni. The game features a clean, schematic-like interface consisting of lines, hooks, and switches. Players must tap the circular nodes to retract the lines, but they must do so in the correct order to ensure that no moving parts collide. With no pressure and a soothing ambient soundtrack, Hook offers a pure logic experience that slowly introduces new mechanical elements like wireless transmitters and rotators.

Dinsun Expert Review

Our Expert Score

89/100

Hook is a beautiful example of 'less is more' in game design. There is no score, no timer, and no tutorial—just you and a series of interconnected circuits. The goal is to retract all the 'hooks' without them bumping into each other. It sounds simple, but as the levels progress into complex webs of switches and nodes, it becomes a brilliant logic test.

The sound design is particularly noteworthy; every click and retraction provides a tactile, auditory satisfaction that makes the experience feel like you're operating a real mechanical device. It’s a calm, meditative puzzle game that respects the player's intelligence by letting them discover the rules through experimentation. A perfect palette cleanser between more intense games.

Dinsun reviewed on: Fri Feb 27 2026

Features

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Pure minimalist aesthetic and UI

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Relaxing ambient soundscape

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50+ levels of increasing complexity

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No ads, no timers, no stress

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Intuitive one-touch gameplay

Tips & Walkthrough

Gameplays

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Q&A

If a hook hits another line, the level simply resets instantly, allowing you to try a different sequence immediately.

Ratings & Reviews

I love this game and want to see more levels added!
Mon Dec 31 2018 BanjoBiker

I love all sorts of puzzle games and this one was a perfect fit for me as well as my playing style. I adore the simplicity of this game. The first dozen levels are merely introducing the various ways to work the puzzles, but beyond level 15, you need to concentrate and plan your moves with ever increasing hardness. I did finish all 50 levels in one day, so I was disappointed to see that is all there was, but I hope the developer will add more levels with even more twists and turns to keep us on our toes. I have now played through all 50 levels twice and may go once again because I enjoy this type of game so much.

Great way to spend a buck during COVID
Sat Dec 12 2020 Johnny. Just Johnny.

The 50 levels are pleasant and never get to that pulling-my-hair out level of challenge. It took me about an hour to get through, and while I’m disappointed there aren’t a dozen new ones yet, it was a fine way to take my mind of 2020. I found this when trying to find a game that was like the cool puzzles that Hero Wars and Total Battle put on Facebook but that aren’t actually a real part of the dumb combat game. I still wish there were a game that was only the sliders and gold and lava and monsters, but Hook has a lot of that mental challenge in a very coming and enjoyable game.

Original, simple, extremely well done
Wed Mar 01 2017 BrandroidFrizzle

This game is the work of a master. The concept is extremely simple, but everything about this game from the graphics to the music to the "feel" of how everything operates together simply couldn't be better. I never write reviews but had to just because this is such a great game. Waaaay worth $1, I really hope he releases an expanded version with more levels (maybe even with the ability to create and share levels with other users). I would easily pay $3 for an expanded version.

Great game overall
Thu Apr 23 2020 Stunley

I really enjoyed this game. It was appropriately challenging and I found the sounds very relaxing. I don’t mind the pace at which the mechanics are explained. When a new mechanic is introduced, the subsequent levels become more complex and fun to solve. I need to note that the last level was a huge letdown. Some levels are awesome because they force you to place a lot of restrictions. Some levels involve creating long lines that aren’t readily apparent. The last level did not have any of these aspects... I was able to remove multiple lines at once several times. It needs to incorporate the mechanics the developer carefully explained to us.

Fun puzzles!
Sun Apr 19 2020 Shawnuff

This is the kind of game I like. No scores, no time limits, no lost lives, just complete the puzzles. Each puzzle is beautifully laid out but becoming more complex each level Currently there are 50 levels and first time through it can take awhile to complete them all. The first 10 or more are really the tutorial, but by level 20 you have to start thinking through your moves. I look forward to more levels. Until then it'll be fun repeating the entire game again.

Awesome puzzle
Wed Mar 16 2022 Skydog007

This is a fantastic puzzle to give your brain a good workout. No instructions, no anything. You figure out everything for yourself. I got stuck on level 42, but I kept trying and finally finished all 50 levels. After a break from it for awhile, I’ve started over. It kind of seems like it has started with s new set of combinations, but I can’t be sure. Anyway, no pressure, no timers, no distractions. It’s great. It’s challenging enough to give anyone’s mind a real workout— without the stress!!

Complex in its simplicity
Fri Jun 23 2017 Nayelianne

It's rare that I feel like leaving a review but this little game earned it. It's not very long (50 levels) so you can probably finish it in one sitting, but the concept is very well done. Some puzzle games can be frustrating, not this one, it respects your time, there is no score, only you and your thinking and your progress. It was sort of a therapeutic experience to me and I definitely recommend it to anyone who enjoys casual puzzles. It's an exercise in attention and focus most of all.

Amazing....but
Thu Jan 23 2020 MikeOoooooh

This game is so relaxing, and so incredibly well put together. I’d LOVE to see more levels! Y only “but”, isn’t really a but, as much as it;s a suggestion. Up the ante here. When you clear a bar, make one thrust out somewhere else and force an additional move. I really love this game.....so much potential for it to be even better......can’t wait to see what the developer comes up with on the next installment. Please tell me there’s another installment, or another level pack coming out!!!

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