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Alex The Ball

Alex has turned into a ball after an experiment went wrong. Things get even more complicated when he finds himself in a parallel universe. A physics-based 3D platformer that can be completed in one go, if you don't fall, die, or quit.

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Bullet In The Head
Publisher
Bullet In The Head
Release
June 24, 2024
2 years and 39 days ago
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About the Game

A physics-driven game where every roll, jump, and dash depends on your precision. This isn't just about moving from point A to point B; it’s about mastering momentum and adapting to a world that reacts to your every move.

  • Physics & Momentum: The ball follows the laws of physics. It carries weight and inertia even if you let go of the keys, the world keeps moving.

  • Energy System: You decide your jump height before you take off. Precision and timing are everything. Will you go for a small hop or a massive leap? The choice and the risk is yours.

  • Time-Bending Dash: Use your energy to enter Slow-Mo mode. Aim your trajectory and dash through the air for last-minute rescues or to clear massive gaps.

  • Unlockable Ball Types: From bouncy Basketballs to light Beach balls, discover and unlock different ball types hidden throughout the world. Each comes with its own Weight, Bounciness, and Push Strength that will change how you approach challenges.

  • Interactive Environments: The world is more than just a background. Find the grabbable objects, solve puzzles, and keep pressure-sensitive buttons active. But be careful some floors might crumble beneath you.

  • Enemies: It’s not just gravity you’re fighting. Avoid the clinging tentacles that drain your life.

  • Power-Ups: Find the power-ups to increase your maximum energy. You’ll need every bit of strength to overcome the increasingly difficult parkour sections and puzzles.

Checkpoints are there to catch you but you have to reach them first. Good luck.

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