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86%37686% positive reviews, Very Positive across 376 reviews·Arcade · Space
—Things That Bounce and Explode is a fast-paced blend of brick-breaker and action RPG. Fight against the Blokolonian menace with an arsenal of mighty B.A.L.L.s, and master thousands of builds in this ever-evolving bouncing adventure!
"THIS IS LIKE BREAKOUT MEETS DESTINY" -a friend after a couple of beers



In Things That Bounce and Explode, you control P.A.D.D.L.E., who can both shoot and bounce B.A.L.L.s to defend planets against the mean-spirited galactic conquerors know as the Blokolonian Armada. But don't fret, as P.A.D.D.L.E. has numerous special B.A.L.L.s to aid, which can be upgraded and gain extra abilities; plus there are powerful Powers and charming Charms you can equip to give you an edge against those blindsiding Blokolonians. How many B.A.L.L.s can you handle? The fate of the galaxy is on your hands!

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