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
The opening minute doubles as the tutorial. Load the game above and it fills the player in portrait. On a phone you can play one-handed; on desktop the frame stays centred so nothing is cropped. Restarting is instant, so there is no cost to experimenting.
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.
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?
No. CatBall is an HTML5 game that runs inside the page itself. There is nothing to install, no plugin and no launcher — it loads like any other web page.
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?
Yes. Use the fullscreen button in the top-right of the game player to expand it to the whole screen, and press Escape to come back out.
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.
