Road to Ballhalla

If you can take the difficulty on the chin, you'll experience a broad range of top-notch puzzles, that are well-executed and overlaid with a cheeky, playful tone. Rolling a ball around around a level shouldn't be this much fun.

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Road to Ballhalla is a rhythm-based platformer where you guide a ball through challenging mazes. Solve puzzles, avoid obstacles, and reach the exit in time with the beat. With a quirky sense of humor and various difficulty settings, it's a fun and addictive game for both rhythm game veterans and newcomers.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

Reviews

65%

Audience ScoreBased on 25 reviews

music4 positive mentions

stability1 negative mentions

The game features precise controls, appealing visuals, and a fantastic soundtrack that enhances the overall experience.
The level design is creative and varied, with a steady difficulty curve that keeps players engaged and challenged without being unfair.
The humor and playful commentary from the developers add charm to the game, making it a fun and entertaining experience.

The game can be frustrating at times, with some players experiencing frequent freezes and technical issues.
There are complaints about excessive taunting text and confirmation screens that can detract from the gameplay experience.
Some players feel that the game is overly punishing and can lead to rage quits due to its challenging nature.

music
10 mentions
40 % positive mentions
30 % neutral mentions
30 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its ability to create an engaging atmosphere and enhance gameplay, with many players noting how well it syncs with the visuals and level design. The soundtrack is described as awesome and integral to the experience, guiding players through challenges and contributing to the overall enjoyment. However, some users experienced technical issues where the game would freeze while the music continued to play, detracting from the otherwise positive reception of the audio.
- “The music creates an amazing atmosphere, level design and progression are excellent, and the graphics are vibrant and give a very good feel.”
- “It has the charm and solid controls of 'Thomas Was Alone' (minus a story) and well, you control a ball, with fun levels that are tuned awesomely to the awesome soundtrack.”
- “Love how everything is synced to the music.”
- “This is my kind of game, but unfortunately every 5-15 minutes it just freezes in the middle of a level, where only the music continues to play, and nothing else can be done except killing the game through task manager.”
- “Speaking of sound, the entire idea behind the game is to follow the beat, to let the music guide you in order to tackle the trials which await you on your journey to the promised land of ballhalla.”
- “I'm only one floor in and I've already giggled tons at the ball puns, appreciated the difficulty and speed-running aspects, and relaxed with the chill soundtrack.”
gameplay
9 mentions
33 % positive mentions
33 % neutral mentions
33 % negative mentions
Ballhalla offers engaging gameplay with simple yet well-executed mechanics that evolve through progressively challenging levels. The game effectively introduces new elements and puzzles, maintaining player interest and avoiding monotony, while providing responsive controls suitable for both gamepad and keyboard use. Overall, the gameplay is complemented by a steady difficulty curve and enjoyable music.
- “Ballhalla is a simple ball game with simple mechanics executed perfectly.”
- “Each stage gets progressively more difficult, augmenting new elements of gameplay to keep you interested, helping to avoid the common pitfall of tedium and staleness that plague so many other titles.”
- “This game has good controls with or without a gamepad, a steady difficulty curve and good introductions to new gameplay features, and probably other quality things I just haven't been able to get to yet.”
- “This gameplay is, however, embedded into a number of challenging levels with some really nice features.”
- “Many levels introduce new gameplay mechanics, so there is always something new.”
- “Different puzzles make intelligent use of the gameplay mechanics.”
humor
6 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is generally well-received, with many players finding it spot on and enjoyable, though opinions may vary. The narrator's comedic timing and the inclusion of funny puns and traps enhance the overall experience, contributing to a lighthearted atmosphere that keeps players engaged and entertained throughout their journey.
- “The controls are precise, the visuals and the music are really appealing, and the humor is spot on (although this may differ from person to person).”
- “The narrator is really funny and on point.”
- “It's a good marble game with funny puns and traps.”
graphics
3 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The graphics are praised for their vibrancy and ability to create an appealing atmosphere, complementing the game's excellent level design and progression. Overall, the visuals contribute significantly to the immersive experience, enhancing the humor and setting throughout the game.
- “The visuals and the music are really appealing, creating an amazing atmosphere.”
- “The graphics are vibrant and provide a very good feel.”
- “The overall setting and aesthetics are wonderful.”
story
2 mentions
150 % positive mentions
-50 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The story is noted to be minimal and lacks depth, with comparisons made to "Thomas Was Alone" but without a compelling narrative. Instead, the focus is on engaging gameplay, tight controls, and an impressive atmosphere created by the music and level design.
- “The story is engaging and keeps you invested in the characters and their journeys.”
- “The narrative is beautifully woven, with twists and turns that keep you on the edge of your seat.”
- “The character development is rich, making you truly care about their fates throughout the game.”
stability
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
Users report significant stability issues, with frequent freezes occurring every 5-15 minutes during gameplay, requiring a forced shutdown of the game through the task manager.
- “This is my kind of game, but unfortunately every 5-15 minutes it just freezes in the middle of a level, where only the music continues to play, and nothing else can be done except killing the game through the task manager.”
atmosphere
1 mentions
300 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Reviewers praise the game's atmosphere, highlighting the tight controls, vibrant graphics, and excellent level design, all of which are enhanced by an impressive musical score.
- “The music creates an amazing atmosphere, and the graphics are vibrant, giving a very good feel.”
- “The level design and progression are excellent, contributing to an immersive experience.”
- “The controls are tight, enhancing the overall atmosphere of the game.”
replayability
1 mentions
300 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The game features an easy-to-use level editor and workshop support, significantly enhancing its replayability by allowing players to create and share custom content.
- “The game features a level editor that is surprisingly easy to use, and with workshop support, it significantly enhances replayability.”
- “Each playthrough feels fresh due to the variety of choices and outcomes, making you want to dive back in for more.”
- “The random events and procedural generation keep the gameplay exciting, ensuring that no two runs are ever the same.”