About Brick Breaker
Brick breakers are one of the classic arcade genres. Our version adds bright bricks, tougher two-hit bricks on later levels and a smooth, glowing ball.
Where the ball hits your paddle controls its angle: near the edges sends it off sharply.
Brick Breaker at a glance
| Genre | Arcade game |
|---|---|
| Price | Free, no download or sign-up |
| Controls | Drag or arrow keys |
| Typical game length | 3 to 10 minutes |
| Lives | 3 per game |
| Works on | Phones, tablets and computers, in any modern browser |
| Daily challenge | Yes, the same puzzle for everyone each day |
How to play Brick Breaker
- Drag the paddle. Or use the left and right arrow keys.
- Tap to launch. Or press Space.
- Break all bricks. Outlined bricks need two hits.
- Do not let the ball fall. It costs a heart.
Rules
- 3 hearts per game.
- The ball speeds up slightly with each brick.
Levels and difficulty
Each level adds rows and more tough bricks, and the ball starts faster.
Scoring
Bricks score more on higher levels, and clearing a level adds a bonus. Daily challenge scores can be shared with friends.
Tips and strategy for Brick Breaker
- Hit the ball with the paddle edge to aim it.
- Try to break through to the top so the ball bounces around above the bricks.
- Stay under the ball rather than chasing it late.
History of the game
The brick-breaking genre was defined by Atari's Breakout in 1976.
How we built and tested Brick Breaker
We tested the ball physics, collisions and level progression in automated browser runs.
Frequently asked questions
How do I aim?
Where the ball hits the paddle sets its angle.
What are outlined bricks?
Tough bricks that need two hits.