CatBall is a browser-based arcade game that runs instantly, with nothing to install. It leans on shooting, simulation and retro & arcade, so expect something that rewards a bit of practice. No account, no install and no plugins — just the game in a browser tab.
About CatBall
CatBall is an exciting and addictive ball shooting game. Shoot the balls to break the blocks, like in the classic "hit the ball" game, but with much more balls. Activate powerful bonuses and enjoy the pleasant jumps of hundreds of balls. There are no levels in the game, and the main task is to achieve the maximum score. How many points did you manage to earn the first time? Share your successes with us. Features: -Relaxed gameplay -Endless levels -Perfect for one-handed play.
How to play CatBall
There is no tutorial to sit through — the game explains itself. Nothing about the control scheme is unusual; the table below covers all of it. Portrait layout: hold the phone the way you normally do, or play it centred in the page on desktop. The second run is always better than the first — that is the whole learning curve.
Controls
| Input | Action |
|---|---|
| Mouse | Aim |
| Left click | Fire |
| WASD | Move |
| R | Reload |
On mobile: Tap and swipe directly on the screen. The game is built for portrait, so you can play one-handed without rotating your phone.
Why it is worth playing
CatBall is easy to start and harder to master, which is the balance the best browser games hit. Nothing about it assumes you have played it before.
At a glance
- Free to play with no account required
- Runs in the browser — nothing to download or install
- Portrait layout, comfortable one-handed on mobile
- Keyboard and mouse on desktop, full touch support on mobile.
- Shooting gameplay — Aim, fire, repeat
- Simulation gameplay — Run the whole operation yourself
- Retro & Arcade gameplay — Cabinet-era games that still hold up
- Added to our catalogue from a 2022 release
Frequently asked questions
Is CatBall free to play?
Yes. CatBall is completely free and runs in your browser. There is no purchase, no subscription and no account needed — open the page and play.
Do I need to download or install anything?
Nothing at all. CatBall runs in the browser tab you already have open, the same way a video or a map does.
Can I play CatBall on my phone?
Yes. Tap and swipe directly on the screen. The game is built for portrait, so you can play one-handed without rotating your phone.
What are the controls for CatBall?
Keyboard and mouse on desktop, full touch support on mobile. Mouse — aim; Left click — fire; WASD — move; R — reload.
Can I play CatBall fullscreen?
There is a fullscreen control in the top-right of the player. Press Escape when you want the page back.
What kind of game is CatBall?
CatBall is a arcade game built around shooting, simulation and retro & arcade. If that is the sort of thing you enjoy, the related games further down the page are picked using the same tags.
