Browser game · Balance and planning · By Carlos Navas
Whirlie.
Every block changes the balance.
Whirlie is a browser puzzle about placing blocks on a structure anchored to a central pivot. After a drop, the structure swings 90° toward its heavier side. You have to plan for both the space a piece fills and the turn it creates.
Play WhirlieFree to play · Desktop and mobile browsers · No account or download
A daily puzzle with a moving target.
In Today mode, the goal is to fill the day’s silhouette exactly. Everyone receives the same seeded puzzle, so you can compare results with friends. The challenge comes from looking ahead: a good placement needs to leave room after the structure turns.
How to play Whirlie
- Position the piece. Move it left or right, then rotate it to fit.
- Drop onto the structure. The block attaches around the pivot and changes the balance.
- Plan for the swing. The structure turns toward its heavier side. Use the new orientation for your next move.
On a keyboard, use the arrow keys to move, Z or X to rotate, Space to drop, H for a hint, and R to restart. Touch devices have an on-screen pad.
Questions about Whirlie
Is Whirlie a timed falling-block game?
Its main puzzle is about balance and planning. The pivot and the quarter-turn after each drop change where your next piece can go.
Can I play beyond the daily puzzle?
Yes. Endless mode lets you keep playing by clearing complete square rings around the anchor. The game also includes experimental Zen and Gravity modes in Labs.
Do I need to install anything?
No. Open whirlie.xyz in a modern desktop or mobile browser. It is free and does not require an account.