Untangle

Untangle turns a messy bundle of nodes and connectors into a tidy diagram. You start with a chaotic scribble of points linked by lines that crisscross each other. By grabbing individual dots and sliding them around the canvas, you gradually tease apart the crossings until the whole structure rests without any line touching another outside its own endpoints. It feels like solving a knot with your eyes and hands instead of string. Each level introduces a fresh web that grows denser and trickier as you advance. There is no timer and no penalty for experimenting, so you can take your time to study the layout and plan your moves. The game rewards patience and a good sense of space, giving you that satisfying click of order emerging from confusion. It's a gentle workout for your problem-solving muscles, perfect for casual sessions or a quick mental break.

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Untangle

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MP3Argue with math MP1Make sense of problems MP7Use structure MP4Model with mathematics MP2Reason abstractly 1.G.A.1Shape attributes K.G.A.1Position words 2.G.A.1Draw shapes with attributes

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What is Untangle

Drag dots around a screen to untangle a snarl of lines. It's a peaceful visual puzzle that tests how well you can see patterns in chaos.

How to Play

Click or tap a point and move it to a new spot on the board. Keep repositioning points until no lines cross each other.

Tips for Playing

Start by moving points that have the most crossing lines to open up space.
Look for points on the outer edge—they often give you more room to work with.
Try pulling a point far away to temporarily clear an area, then settle it back.
If you're stuck, undo a few moves and look at the whole shape from a wider angle.
Some crossings clear up if you just nudge a point a little, not a big jump.