THE PLAYBOOK · SIYIXINGGX
Making your first moves in Brick Breaker
Use a short break to learn the rhythm of Brick Breaker. Clear all forty-five bricks before losing three balls. Use the example below to understand a decision. Treat the first round as a chance to learn the controls. Use the example below to understand a decision.
Single 45-brick layout, three balls.
Take a closer look while playing
Read one step at a time and try it on the playing area. Match the instruction to the control you use. Refer to the controls when needed.
Your objective
Clear all forty-five bricks before losing three balls. An attractive position is not enough unless the goal is met. Return to the instructions when a step is unclear.
The steps to play
- Start the ball.
- Move the paddle to intercept it.
- Paddle contact changes the outgoing angle.
- Restart a remaining ball after a loss.
Your inputs
Pointer, arrow keys or held Left/Right. Start / pause and New round are available. Use the control method described here for this activity. A new-round button replaces the current round.
Follow the example
An edge hit sends the ball at a different angle. Use the example as a guide rather than a substitute for reading your board. Notice the change in the playing area.
One detail worth checking
Track its landing point, not only its current x-coordinate. Read the feedback to see why an action did not have the expected result. Watch the feedback after an action. A message can explain whether the input was accepted or whether a rule needs attention.
A few questions answered
Before I begin, what is the goal of Brick Breaker?
The key detail is this: Clear all forty-five bricks before losing three balls.
Before I begin, how do I control Brick Breaker?
For clarity: Pointer, arrow keys or held Left/Right. Start / pause and New round are available.
For my first round, what example helps explain Brick Breaker?
Keep this in mind: An edge hit sends the ball at a different angle.
For a quick reminder, what should I watch out for in Brick Breaker?
The key detail is this: Track its landing point, not only its current x-coordinate.
Before I begin, what format does Brick Breaker offer?
Keep this in mind: Single 45-brick layout, three balls.
When I return, which play mode does Brick Breaker use?
The key detail is this: The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.