How to play

ControlDesktopMobile
Move paddleMouse or ← → keysDrag your finger
Launch ballSpace or clickTap the screen
PauseP or SpaceTap ⏸ in the corner

Each level is a wall of coloured bricks — clear them all to advance. Grey bricks are tough and need two hits. You have 3 lives; lose the ball past your paddle and one is gone. Your best score is saved in your browser.

Power-ups — catch them with your paddle

  • W Wide paddle — a bigger paddle for 20 seconds. Lifesaver on fast levels.
  • M Multi-ball — splits your ball into three. Triple the smashing, triple the danger.
  • S Slow-mo — slows every ball down for 12 seconds. Breathe.
  • L Extra life — +1 life, up to a maximum of 5.
  • ⭐ Star ball — pierces straight through bricks for 8 seconds. Pure joy.
💡 Pro tips: aim with the edges of the paddle to bend the ball's angle — steep shots clear columns fast, shallow shots sweep rows. On multi-ball, guard the middle and let the outer balls do the work. Save your focus for the last few bricks; that's where runs are lost.

Frequently asked questions

How do I play Brick Breaker?

Move the paddle with your mouse, finger or arrow keys and bounce the ball to smash every brick. Press Space or tap to launch the ball, and catch falling power-ups with the paddle. Clear all bricks to finish the level — don't let the ball fall past your paddle.

What do the power-ups do?

W widens your paddle, M splits into multi-ball, S slows the ball, L grants an extra life, and the star makes the ball pierce straight through bricks for a few seconds.

Can I play on my phone?

Yes — drag your finger to move the paddle and tap to launch. The game is fully touch-ready and works in any mobile browser, no app needed.

Is my high score saved?

Yes. Your best score is stored in your browser automatically, so every visit is a chance to beat it.

How many levels are there?

8 hand-designed levels. Bricks get tougher and the ball gets faster as you climb — clear level 8 and you beat the game.

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