Ball Blast is a vertically-scrolling arcade shooter where players control a mobile cannon at the bottom of the screen. The primary objective is to destroy falling numbered balls before they hit the ground. Each ball has a value indicating how many hits it can take before shattering. As the player shoots, the cannon automatically fires upward while they move left and right to dodge debris and incoming balls. Over time, the balls split into smaller pieces, increasing the amount of objects on screen and the difficulty of avoiding them.
Progression and Upgrades
Earning coins during gameplay allows players to purchase upgrades that affect damage, fire rate, and movement speed. These upgrades persist between sessions, allowing incremental improvements over time. As players level up their cannon, the game introduces faster and tougher balls, maintaining the challenge. Higher levels also bring in additional hazards like bouncing bombs or faster ball drop rates, requiring faster reactions and more precise movements. The upgrade system creates a feedback loop where better performance leads to more coins, which in turn leads to higher damage output and survival potential.
Pacing and Replayability
Each round starts with manageable difficulty but quickly escalates as the screen fills with fragments and overlapping threats. There’s no final level—the challenge increases indefinitely, pushing players to beat their previous score. The game structure encourages repeated playthroughs, each one slightly different due to the randomness of ball types and upgrade paths. Timing, positioning, and prioritization become essential as the field grows more chaotic.
