Bounce & Burst - Arcade Ball Shooting Game
Bounce & Burst is a free, fast-paced arcade game you can play instantly in your browser — no download, no login, no install required. Jump in, pilot your ship, and race the clock to burst as many green bubbles as possible before the 120-second timer hits zero.
🎯 How To Play
You control a small ship and use it to fire a bouncing ball into green bubbles to score points. Move into range, hold the Fire button to charge your shot, then release to launch the ball with power. The harder you charge, the stronger the push.
But there's a catch — the ball must bounce off a wall or edge first to become "armed" before it can burst a bubble. Master the bounce, master the game.
⚡ Build Massive Combos
Every bubble you burst in quick succession adds to your combo multiplier — 2x, 3x, 4x, and beyond. Your score multiplies with every consecutive hit, so keeping your combo alive is the difference between a good run and a record-breaking one. Let the combo drop and you start all over at 1x. Stay sharp, stay aggressive.
🔥 Power-Ups That Change Everything
Collect power-ups with your ship to turn the tide:
- Time Freeze — Stops the countdown for 5 seconds while you keep scoring. Free points.
- Supercharge — Doubles bubble value to 200 points per burst. Stack it with a high combo for massive payouts.
- Slow Motion — Slows all action for 4 seconds so you can line up the perfect shot without the chaos.
- Speed Boost — Temporarily accelerates your ship so you can chase the ball or grab pickups faster.
⚠️ Watch Out For Hazards
Not everything on the field helps you. Gravity Wells pull the ball off course and ruin clean shots. Hazards kill the ball's momentum entirely — a combo-killer if you're not paying attention. Learn the field, avoid the traps, and keep the ball moving.
🏆 Achievements & Ratings
Every run ends with a 5-star performance rating and a personal score breakdown. Unlock achievements mid-run:
- First Milestone — Score 1,000 points
- High Scorer — Score 5,000 points
- Combo Pro — Reach a 5x multiplier
- Combo Master — Reach a 10x multiplier
Can you hit all four in a single run?
📱 Play Anywhere
Bounce & Burst is fully optimised for desktop and mobile. On desktop, use WASD or Arrow Keys to move and Space to charge and fire. On mobile and tablet, use the on-screen joystick and FIRE button — same fast gameplay, built for touch.
Whether you have 2 minutes on your lunch break or you're grinding for the perfect run, Bounce & Burst delivers pure arcade energy every time. Free to play. Instant access. Endlessly replayable.
Play Bounce & Burst free now — no download needed.
Controls
Desktop Controls
WASD or Arrow Keys: Move. Space: hold to charge and release to fire.
Mobile Controls
Joystick: Move. FIRE button: hold to charge and release to fire.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bounce & Burst?
Bounce & Burst is a free, fast-paced arcade game playable directly in your browser. You pilot a ship and use it to fire a bouncing ball into green bubbles to score points. You have 120 seconds to score as high as possible using combos, power-ups, and precise positioning.
Is Bounce & Burst free to play?
Yes. Bounce & Burst is completely free to play. There is no download, no install, and no login required. Open it in your browser and start playing instantly.
How do I score points in Bounce & Burst?
Move your ship close to the ball, charge your shot by holding the Fire button, and release to push the ball toward the green bubble. The ball must first bounce off a wall or edge to become "armed" before it can burst a bubble and score. Each burst earns 100 points, or 200 points when the Supercharge power-up is active.
What is the armed ball rule?
The ball must bounce off a wall or edge before it can score. Once it bounces, it becomes armed. An armed ball bursts the green bubble on contact and scores points. After scoring, the ball resets and must bounce again before it can score once more.
How does the combo multiplier work?
Bursting bubbles in quick succession builds a combo. Each consecutive burst raises your multiplier — 2x, 3x, 4x, and higher — which multiplies every point you earn. If too much time passes without scoring, the combo expires and resets to 1x. Keeping the combo alive is the key to a high score.
What power-ups are in Bounce & Burst?
There are four pickups in Bounce & Burst. Time Freeze pauses the countdown timer for 5 seconds while you keep playing and scoring. Supercharge doubles the points per bubble to 200. Slow Motion slows all action for 4 seconds so you can line up clean shots. Speed Boost temporarily increases your ship's movement speed so you can reach the ball or other pickups faster.
What hazards should I watch out for?
Gravity Wells are temporary zones that pull the ball off course and disrupt your shot lines. Hazards stop the ball's momentum entirely, which can break your combo and waste precious seconds. Steer the ball away from both whenever possible.
What achievements can I unlock in Bounce & Burst?
There are four achievements. First Milestone is unlocked by scoring 1,000 points. High Scorer is unlocked by scoring 5,000 points. Combo Pro is unlocked by reaching a 5x combo multiplier. Combo Master is unlocked by reaching a 10x combo multiplier.
Can I play Bounce & Burst on mobile?
Yes. Bounce & Burst is fully optimised for mobile and tablet. On touch devices, use the left on-screen joystick to move your ship and hold then release the FIRE button to charge and launch the ball. The gameplay experience is identical to desktop.
What are the keyboard controls for Bounce & Burst?
On desktop, use WASD or the Arrow Keys to move your ship. Hold the Space bar to charge your shot and release it to fire the ball. Press Escape to pause the game at any time.
How long is a game of Bounce & Burst?
Each run lasts exactly 120 seconds. The Time Freeze power-up pauses the countdown temporarily, giving you bonus scoring time within a run. Most sessions are complete in around 2 to 3 minutes including the end screen.
What happens at the end of a run?
When the timer hits zero, the game displays your final score, your best combo from that run, and a 5-star performance rating with a label ranging from Keep Trying up to Amazing. Any achievements unlocked during the run are also shown.