Breakout
Bounce a ball to smash every brick.
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About the game
Breakout tasks you with a paddle, a ball, and a wall of bricks. Keep the ball in play and destroy all the bricks to win the level.
How to play
Move the paddle horizontally to bounce the ball upward. Angle your hits to reach bricks in tricky spots. Clear every brick to advance.
Tips & strategy
['Hit bricks near the edges to open safe rebound lanes.', 'Catch the ball squarely to keep it low and controllable.', 'Prioritize side columns to widen your working space.']
Advanced guide
Breakout is about control, not speed. Keep the ball low by meeting it with the paddle's center, and use the edges to carve vertical channels. Once a side is open, you can ricochet the ball upward to clear stubborn top bricks.
History & origins
Breakout, released by Atari in 1976, reimagined Pong as a single-player brick-smashing challenge.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did I lose the ball?
It fell past your paddle; keep tracking its descent closely.
Do bricks have different strengths?
In some versions, tougher bricks need multiple hits.
How do I aim the ball?
The point on the paddle that hits the ball sets its angle.
What is the best paddle position?
Stay centered and react late to read the ball's path.
Is there a time limit?
No, but some versions add speed as bricks clear.
How do I clear the top row?
Open a gap on a side, then angle shots upward through it.
Where can I play Breakout for free?
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