Underplayed Gems

Whackerball (2023)

Whackerball cover
Developer
foolsroom
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Action
Rating
4.4 of 5, 72 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 1.7 hours
Where to get it
Steam

How it feels

A fast-paced, physics-driven arcade roguelite where you juggle a ball and dodge bullets through cute but challenging biomes.

actionroguelitetwin-stick shooterphysics-basedfast-pacedcutechallengingarcadey

What players say

Players describe a challenging arcade roguelike that combines Breakout paddle mechanics with twin-stick shooting, comparing it to Downwell. Reviews highlight a steep learning curve that becomes manageable with practice, and note runs take under 25 minutes. Some players want more level and item variety, and development appears to have stopped after 2023.

Screenshots

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