Breakout — the arcade classic where you bounce a ball off a paddle to clear a wall of bricks
Smash every brick in the 8-column, 6-row wall without letting the ball fall, and you advance to the next level. It is a quick, no-fuss browser game that starts instantly, with no install or sign-in required.
How to use
- Press the Start button to begin.
- Move the paddle left and right by dragging with your mouse or finger. Arrow keys work too.
- Tap the screen or press the Space bar to launch the ball.
- Clear all the bricks without losing the ball to reach the next level.
Features & tips
- Higher rows are worth more points, ranging from 10 at the bottom up to 60 on the top row.
- Hitting the ball with the edge of the paddle sends it off at a steeper angle, giving you control over its direction.
- You start with 3 lives, and lose one each time the ball drops off the bottom.
- The ball speeds up with every level, so the challenge builds steadily.
- Your best score is saved right in your browser and stays there for next time.
FAQ
Q. Can I play on a phone without arrow keys? A. Yes. Drag on the screen to move the paddle, and tap to launch the ball.
Q. Can I choose the launch angle? A. The launch angle is automatic, but you steer the ball by where on the paddle you catch it.
Q. Where is my high score kept? A. It is stored in your browser, not on a server, so it carries over on the same device and browser.
