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Game With Balls

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96%Game Brain Score
music, optimization
gameplay, graphics
96% User Score Based on 53 reviews

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Game With Balls is a single player tactical puzzle game. It was developed by Geert Verhoeff and was released on January 26, 2026. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

IMPORTANT: Game With Balls can only be played on a Steam Deck or with a controller that supports gyro. Tested with PS5 and Switch Pro controller. Keyboard and mouse are not supported.  Game With Balls! A little collection of handcrafted mazes for the Steam Deck, where you use gyro movement to navigate one of the balls through them. Are you the one with the best time among your friends... Or even …

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96%
Audience ScoreBased on 53 reviews
music3 positive mentions
gameplay3 negative mentions
  • Well-optimized and specifically designed for the Steam Deck with smooth, responsive gyro controls providing an immersive and tactile experience.
  • Creative and hand-crafted level designs inspired by physical wooden ball-in-maze games that evoke nostalgia and offer satisfying precision-based gameplay.
  • Relaxing and addictive gameplay with a calm atmosphere supported by minimalistic visuals and subtle audio, encouraging mastery through time challenges and secrets.
  • Gyroscope calibration can be cumbersome and may require manual adjustments, leading to occasional frustration especially when playing in different postures.
  • Limited variety in gameplay mechanics and overall scope, making it less appealing to players seeking evolving features, narrative, or diverse challenges.
  • Some levels suffer from design issues such as overly close lines causing the ball to get stuck, and inconsistent soundtrack that could detract from the experience.
  • gameplay
    12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay centers on mastering a single, refined mechanic that evolves in difficulty without adding complexity, offering a focused and polished experience. Its clever use of the Steam Deck’s gyroscope enhances precision-based control, making it unique compared to similar titles. However, the narrow scope may limit appeal for players seeking variety or narrative depth.

    • “What makes the experience compelling is how the difficulty evolves without changing the underlying mechanics.”
    • “Instead of introducing new gameplay systems, the game challenges players by refining the same interaction—tightening pathways, adding moving elements, and occasionally requiring control over multiple balls at once.”
    • “Rather than layering mechanics or introducing complexity, the game chooses to deepen a single idea until it becomes both its greatest strength and its primary limitation.”
    • “Once the mechanics are fully understood and the levels completed, there are few new elements to discover.”
    • “Those who prefer variety, evolving gameplay, or narrative context may find it too narrow in focus.”
  • music
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Users have mixed feelings about the music: some find the level-based soundtrack inconsistent and suggest a continuous soundtrack would improve the experience, while others praise it as an awesome and relaxing soundtrack they enjoy even outside the game.

    • “The soundtrack is awesome and relaxing; I listen to it on the side more than I play the game.”
    • “My only real complaint is that the music was a bit janky in that it was not consistent.”
    • “I think this game would benefit from a constant soundtrack rather than a level-based soundtrack.”
    • “My only real complaint is that the music was a bit jank in that it was not consistent.”
    • “I think this game would benefit from a constant soundtrack and not a level based soundtrack, hopefully that makes sense.”
  • optimization
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game is excellently optimized, delivering flawless performance and a seamless experience tailored for handheld play. Time-based challenges and collectibles motivate players to revisit levels and improve their strategies, enhancing replayability.

    • “The inclusion of time-based challenges, collectibles, and performance goals encourages players to revisit levels and refine their approach.”
    • “Performance is flawless.”
    • “It’s one of those games that feels properly optimized for handheld play rather than just 'playable'.”
  • atmosphere
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere is praised for being cohesive and calming, effectively supporting concentration with a relaxed, methodical tone. Handcrafted levels add significant character, enhancing the overall immersive and enjoyable experience.

    • “Together, these elements create a cohesive atmosphere that supports concentration and reinforces the game’s calm, methodical tone.”
    • “A fun little game, the atmosphere is amazing and relaxing; the levels being handcrafted offer so much character!”
  • replayability
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Replayability is driven by the game's pursuit of mastery, enhanced by leaderboards, challenges, and hidden secrets, offering a focused indie experience with strong incentive for repeated play.

    • “Replayability comes primarily from the pursuit of mastery.”
    • “It’s a focused indie game with strong replay value thanks to leaderboards, challenges, and secrets.”
  • graphics
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Users have mixed feelings about the graphics, with some praising their nostalgic charm and humor, while others criticize them for appearing rushed and unfinished, particularly in level design and detailing.

    • “I truly love the game's graphics; they remind me of my childhood fantasies, and the design conveys a charming sense of humor.”
    • “I also feel that the graphics look rushed with boring level designs and basically unfinished woodwork.”
  • humor
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's humor is charmingly conveyed through its nostalgic and whimsical graphics, evoking a playful and lighthearted atmosphere that resonates with childhood fantasies.

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Game With Balls is a tactical puzzle game.

Game With Balls is available on PC, Steam Deck and Windows.

Game With Balls was released on January 26, 2026.

Game With Balls was developed by Geert Verhoeff.

Game With Balls has received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players. Most players liked Game With Balls for its music but disliked it for its gameplay.

Game With Balls is a single player game.

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