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Balling Up

92%Game Brain Score
graphics, gameplay
stability, optimization
92% User Score Based on 61 reviews

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"Balling Up" is an arcade-style ball parkour game that challenges you to make precise jumps and keep the ball on uneven surfaces. With infinite jumping as long as you touch surfaces, your goal is to climb skyscrapers, discover shortcuts, and avoid letting the ball fall. One mistake can cost you your progress in this vibrant, unforgiving journey.

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92%
Audience ScoreBased on 61 reviews
graphics10 positive mentions
stability3 negative mentions
  • The game features beautiful graphics and satisfying gameplay, making it enjoyable for players who appreciate quality design.
  • Balling Up offers fun and addictive mechanics with a variety of challenging levels, perfect for those looking to kill time or enjoy light-hearted competition.
  • The controls are responsive and the gameplay is simple yet requires strategic thinking, providing a nostalgic experience reminiscent of classic marble games.
  • The game suffers from performance issues, including occasional freezing and glitchy camera controls that can disrupt gameplay.
  • Some players found the game too easy to complete quickly, with a lack of punishing challenges that diminishes replay value.
  • There are complaints about the game being buggy, particularly with moving obstacles, making it difficult to finish certain levels.
  • graphics
    18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's graphics are characterized by a charming minimalistic style that is both colorful and engaging, enhancing the overall experience. While many players appreciate the atmospheric visuals and musical accompaniment, some have noted occasional performance issues, such as loading freezes, that can disrupt gameplay. Overall, the graphics evoke nostalgia while providing a visually appealing backdrop to the simple yet challenging gameplay.

    • “The graphics are colorful and engaging, and the gameplay is simple yet challenging.”
    • “Very good game with atmospheric graphics and music.”
    • “Graphics and sound: the visuals are colorful and engaging, enhancing the overall experience.”
    • “While the minimalistic graphics are charming, occasional performance hiccups like loading freezes can lead to frustrating falls.”
    • “The graphics of the game are made in a minimalistic style.”
    • “Of course, the game has much better graphics over 20 years and the gameplay is more interesting, but the emotions are still the same, nostalgic and kind.”
  • gameplay
    16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is characterized by simple yet addictive mechanics that provide a fun and engaging experience for players of all ages. With fast-paced action, colorful graphics, and strategic controls, the game offers a blend of challenge and nostalgia, enhanced by a fitting soundtrack. Overall, it is described as enjoyable and worth the investment.

    • “Its simple yet addictive mechanics make it fun to run through, with tricky surfaces and endless jumps keeping you engaged.”
    • “Balling up offers fast-paced, addictive gameplay with simple controls and fun challenges for all ages.”
    • “The graphics are colorful and engaging, and the gameplay is simple yet challenging.”
  • music
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is highly praised for its atmospheric quality, effectively complementing the fast-paced gameplay. Reviewers note that the soundtrack enhances the overall experience, contributing to the game's immersive graphics and overall enjoyment.

    • “The soundtrack complements the fast-paced gameplay perfectly.”
    • “Very good game with atmospheric graphics and music.”
    • “Very good graphics and musical accompaniment.”
  • story
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game features an exciting storyline that engages players as they navigate through obstacles, providing a relaxing experience while immersing them in the narrative.

    • “An exciting storyline.”
    • “Jump through obstacles, listen to the story, and just relax.”
  • stability
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's stability is marred by frequent performance issues, including loading freezes and bugs that hinder gameplay, making it difficult or impossible to complete certain levels. While the minimalistic graphics are appreciated, these technical problems significantly detract from the overall experience.

    • “While the minimalistic graphics are charming, occasional performance hiccups like loading freezes can lead to frustrating falls.”
    • “Too buggy to complete moving obstacles; therefore, the game isn't possible to finish.”
  • optimization
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's minimalistic graphics are well-received, but players report performance issues, including loading freezes, which can disrupt gameplay and lead to frustrating experiences.

    • “While the minimalistic graphics are charming, occasional performance hiccups like loading freezes can lead to frustrating falls.”
  • replayability
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game offers significant replayability for players who enjoy timing runs and striving to improve their scores, making it appealing for those seeking to refine their skills.

    • “If you’re into timing runs and improving scores, this game has plenty of replay value.”
  • humor
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is characterized by its amusing and chaotic parkour mechanics, where players must navigate challenges while dealing with a relentless ball that adds a layer of comedic frustration. This blend of humor and gameplay creates a lighthearted yet engaging experience.

    • “Funny parkour with a ball that constantly does not let you relax! Can you get through?”
  • atmosphere
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere of the game is highly praised, with users highlighting its impressive graphics and immersive music that enhance the overall experience.

    • “Very good game with atmospheric graphics and music”

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5h Median play time
5h Average play time
5-5h Spent by most gamers
*Based on 2 analyzed playthroughs

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