Action Ball (2022)

Developer: Rionix
Genres: Action, Casual, Indie
Rating: 4.6 of 5, 14 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 1.6 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

a frantic, explosive arcade shooter where you relentlessly smash and blast everything on screen while dodging waves of robot attacks.

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What players say

Players praise Action Ball as a nostalgic 3D breakout game from the 2000s, with varied power-ups and enemies that keep the campaign engaging. Some find it becomes repetitive, and a few warn about difficulty spikes, especially at level 45. Others note the physics feel off and recommend waiting for a sale.

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