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Carom

A rogue-like pool adventure where every shot counts. Master special balls, unlock permanent upgrades, and face enemy tables in this innovative blend of billiards and progression mechanics.

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About the Game

CAROM - Break the Break

A Rogue-Like Pool Adventure Where Every Shot Counts

GAME DESCRIPTION

Welcome to Carom, where traditional pool meets rogue-like progression in a twisted arena warped by The Scratch. You are the last Cueheart, sent to seal shut a corrupted gateway where angles lie and rogue balls roam.

Master the Art of the Break

  • Strategic Pool Combat: Every shot matters in this unique blend of billiards and rogue-like mechanics

  • Progressive Power System: Unlock perks, tips, and special abilities that permanently enhance your gameplay

  • Multiple Table Types: From the classic Standard Table to the chaotic Chaos Table where random balls spawn every 5 shots

  • Special Ball Arsenal: Collect and master 15+ unique ball types including Bomb Balls, Golden Balls, Twin Balls, and the mysterious Invisiball

Rogue-Like Progression

  • Skill Tree System: Invest XP in permanent upgrades like increased power, money bonuses, and expanded tip slots

  • Perk System: Unlock powerful abilities like "Fire" (red balls act as bombs) and "Target Focus" (2x multiplier for specific ball types)

  • Tip Collection: Equip multiple tips simultaneously for devastating combo effects

  • Rack Upgrades: Use special racks to duplicate, merge, or enhance your balls between rounds

Enemy Tables & Challenges

Every third round, face corrupted "Enemy Tables" with unique challenges:

  • Corner Table: Side pockets are locked

  • T8ble: Deadly 8-ball appears that ends your round if hit

  • Explosive Table: Balls explode on contact

  • Heavy Table: Balls become extremely heavy and slow

  • Bouncy Table: Central bouncer affects all ball physics

  • Pirate Table: Permanent anchor balls that barely move

Visual & Audio Excellence

  • Dynamic Shader Effects: Swirling, pixelated table surfaces with felt texture

  • Particle Systems: Explosive collisions, screen shake, and visual feedback

  • Atmospheric Audio: Immersive sound design with dynamic music

  • Achievement System: Unlock achievements for mastering different aspects of the game

Endless Replayability

  • Multiple Table Types: Each offers unique starting conditions and strategies

  • Random Shop System: Different upgrades available each round

  • Combo Mechanics: Chain pocketed balls for massive score multipliers

  • Collection System: Unlock and master every ball type and ability

Perfect for:

  • Pool/billiards enthusiasts looking for a fresh take on the classic game

  • Rogue-like fans who enjoy permanent progression systems

  • Players who love strategic thinking and skill-based gameplay

  • Anyone who enjoys games with high replayability and unlockable content

"Break the Break — This is Carom"

Experience the most innovative pool game since the invention of the cue stick. Where every shot could be your last, and every pocket could change everything.

"A masterful blend of classic pool mechanics and modern rogue-like progression. Carom takes the familiar and makes it extraordinary."

Key Features:

  • 5 unique table types with different gameplay mechanics

  • 15+ special ball types with unique abilities

  • Permanent progression system with skill trees and perks

  • Enemy table challenges every 3rd round

  • Dynamic particle effects and screen shake

  • Achievement system with unlockable content

  • Multiple difficulty modes and table variations