What is Colorlink? Learn how to play Elevate’s first spatial reasoning puzzle

Colorlink is Elevate’s newest puzzle—and it’s already becoming a favorite for good reason. 

It's designed to strengthen your brain through logic, spatial awareness, and pattern recognition. Whether you’re already hooked on daily puzzles or looking for something new, Colorlink offers a new kind of mental workout. 

Below, learn what makes Colorlink different, how to play, and why it’s one of the most effective ways to build cognitive flexibility.

What is Colorlink?

Colorlink is a daily brain teaser that combines the feel of a zen puzzle game with the benefits of a structured spatial reasoning puzzle. Your goal is to connect pairs of matching colored dots without overlapping paths and fill the entire board. 

The challenge may seem simple, but it taps into several key cognitive skills:

• Visual-spatial reasoning: Planning efficient paths on a grid helps strengthen spatial awareness.
  
  
• Logical thinking: Each puzzle requires a clear strategy to avoid overlaps and dead ends.
  
  
• Working memory: You’ll need to keep track of potential moves as the grid grows more complex.
  
  
• Cognitive flexibility: Strengthening your ability to shift strategies quickly when a solution doesn’t pan out.

How to play Colorlink

Colorlink starts with a simple concept: connect matching colors. But there’s a twist—every tile must be used, and no paths can cross. 

Here’s how it works:

1. Match pairs: Each puzzle contains sets of colored dots. Your job is to draw a line connecting each pair.
   
   
2. Fill the board: Every square on the grid must be part of a path. That means no space can be left empty.
   
   
3. Avoid overlaps: Lines can’t cross or intersect, so each connection must be carefully routed.
   
   
4. Choose your challenge: Colorlink lets you pick your difficulty—Easy, Medium, or Hard. Whether you’re looking for a quick win or a real mental workout, you’re in control.

Ready to open up the Elevate app and play? You can find Colorlink in the Puzzles category under the Today Tab. New puzzles (along with Wordbend and Crossword) appear daily.

Tips and tricks for getting started

If you’re new to spatial reasoning puzzles or just want to level up quickly, here are a few beginner-friendly strategies:

• Start with the obvious connections. Look for color pairs with only one or two possible paths.
  
  
• Use the edges. The borders of the board can help narrow your choices and guide your path planning.
  
  
• Pause and scan. Before you commit, take a moment to visualize the full layout—rushing usually leads to overlap.
  
  
• Reset without stress. If a puzzle isn’t working, use the reset button. It’s a chance to reapproach with a clearer view.

Colorlink also works well in daily routines. Add it to your morning coffee ritual for a gentle focus boost, or play in the evening to unwind your mind without screen fatigue. It’s the kind of quick brain exercise that’s easy to build into your life.

Why people love Colorlink

We asked a few members of the Elevate team—some of the earliest Colorlink players—for their best advice. Here’s what they shared:

“I like to start from the outside in, figuring out which colors are going to have to go along the outer edge of the puzzle.” — Andrew Cousins, Game Developer 

“At first glance, I notice that every square will have a line through it, with none left blank. That immediately provides some clues about where certain lines will need to go.” — Matt Bruun, Staff Sound Designer

“I try not to get stuck in one spot. I keep moving, exploring new paths, and adjusting as I go until it all fits.” — Jaime Gelpi, Senior Content Marketing Manager

“Before I even touch the screen, I’m scanning for the correct paths, trying to visualize it all in my mind. It’s very satisfying when you draw all the links correctly the first time.” — Jed Baker, Senior Content Designer

Why brain training puzzles like Colorlink work

Research shows that daily mental challenges like Colorlink can improve brain function, especially when they engage multiple types of thinking.

Colorlink focuses specifically on building:

• Cognitive flexibility: Adjusting your thinking as the puzzle shifts.
• Problem-solving: Breaking down complex challenges into solvable steps.
• Sustained attention: Staying focused on the task without distraction.

Try Colorlink today

Looking for a puzzle that feels fun, sharpens your thinking, and fits into your life? Colorlink checks every box. It’s fast, effective, and designed to make brain training something you’ll actually look forward to.

‍Download the Elevate app and explore this daily spatial reasoning puzzle that builds flexibility, attention, and clarity—one color path at a time.