Rotate Rings Level 18 Walkthrough: How to Align Rings and Solve

To solve Level 18 in Rotate Rings, align the concentric rings from the outside inward. Establishing a clear outward channel before moving the inner core prevents spheres from spilling into intermediate tracks, allowing the full payload to drop through the puzzle in a single motion.

Ring Structure and Setup

Level 18 contains three concentric layers surrounding a cluster of trapped spheres in the center:

Ring Layer	Position	Function
Outer Ring	Outer perimeter	Creates the final exit point from the puzzle board
Middle Ring	Center track	Acts as a transfer channel between the core and perimeter
Inner Ring	Core container	Holds the spheres until the exit route is aligned

Step-by-Step Level 18 Solution

Work sequentially from the perimeter to the center to avoid trapping balls between ring tracks.

Position the Outer Ring Exit

Locate the cutout on the outermost ring. Rotate it to a downward position so gravity can pull the spheres out cleanly once released. Leave this ring in place once positioned.

Line Up the Middle Ring Gap

Rotate the middle ring until its cutout matches the position of the outer ring opening. Ensure the edges overlap flush without leaving a raised lip that could catch the rolling spheres.

Turn the Inner Ring to Release the Spheres

Rotate the core ring toward the open two-layer corridor. Maintain a smooth, steady turn until all spheres drop through the middle and outer gaps to clear the stage.

Avoiding Common Mistakes

Spilling Spheres into the Middle Track: Rotating the inner ring before the outer corridor is open traps balls in the middle groove. Once separated, balls scatter across different tracks and require individual realignment.
Rotational Overshoot: Turning rings too quickly causes the gap to swing past the exit line. A slight lip between adjacent cutouts will block spheres from rolling forward. If a lip forms, gently nudge the misaligned ring back until the passage is completely flat.
Incomplete Rotations: If you stop turning the inner ring mid-transit, trailing spheres stay behind in the core. Complete the turn in your original direction to let the entire payload slide through without shaking the puzzle.