VLAK is a free casual game developed by Jiří Křek. It is a 2D strategy puzzle game where you control a locomotive whose job is to collect objects scattered around each level — each collected object attaches as another wagon to your train. Offers a snake-style locomotive strategy.

Collect and grow

In VLAK, you control a locomotive, and your goal is to collect all objects scattered across each level. Each collectible attaches to your train as another wagon — meaning your train gets longer with every object you pick up. Once everything is collected, you navigate the train through a gate to finish the level.

There’s a catch: if you hit a wall — or worse, collide with your own wagons — the level resets. However, the repetitive gameplay loop becomes monotonous over extended play. Additionally, it has a very minimal presentation, offering only the bare essentials in terms of visuals and UI.

Charming but repetitive train challenge

VLAK delivers a simple, retro puzzle experience where your train grows with every object you collect, increasing both the challenge and the risk. Its straightforward mechanics offer quick, fun gameplay, but the strict reset system, repetitive loop, and bare presentation limit long-term engagement. Still, it remains an accessible, nostalgic, free, casual title.