Locked Loop was created to explore one big idea: we all play roles sometimes without knowing it. Inspired by the Drama Triangle developed by Dr. Stephen Karpman, this game helps people recognize how they show up during conflict, pressure, and misunderstanding.
What starts as laughter quickly turns into reflection. Whether in friendships, teams, families, or relationships — Locked Loop gives people a safe, social way to talk about patterns that usually stay hidden.
Ideal for:
Curious minds and brave hearts
The idea for Locked Loop came to me during a therapy session — when I first learned about the concept of Drama Triangle. It hit me how often we unconsciously slip into roles like Victim, Rescuer, or Persecutor in everyday life. That moment stuck with me.
Later, when I had to create a thesis project, a mentor told me, “Make it about something you truly care about.” So I did.
What started as a complex board game with digital elements slowly evolved — after months of reworking — into the card game it is now. Locked Loop isn’t just a game; it’s a conversation starter, a mirror, and sometimes, a reality check.
I hope it sparks reflection, laughter, and maybe even some insight — just like it did for me.
— Tabeer Ghulam Qadir
Creator of Locked Loo