Disclaimer:

For the best experience, it is recommended to play the downloadable version of Strike or Break. The WebGL version may experience performance issues depending on your browser and device, whereas the executable version offers a more stable and optimized experience. Enjoy the game to the fullest by downloading and playing it locally!

Strike or Break is a fast-paced, nerve-wracking bowling game where luck isn’t on your side. You play as Jack, a young boy with an unfortunate streak of bad luck, who struggles with uncontrollable nervous tics. As he attempts to bowl, the pressure of his failures begins to intensify his tics, creating a vicious cycle of frustration.

With only 2 minutes on the clock, your goal is to rack up as many points as possible. The more pins you knock down, the higher your score, but here's the twist: the more you fail, the harder it gets to control your nerves. As your anxiety builds, your ability to throw becomes even more unpredictable. However, if you manage to stay calm and make the right shots, you’ll be rewarded!

How to Play:

  • Use the A and D keys, or the left and right arrow keys, to move Jack left and right.
  • Hold down Spacebar to charge the power bar.
  • Release the Spacebar to throw the ball.
  • Knock down 7 or more pins to start a streak, giving you a points bonus.
  • As time runs out, your tics get worse, making it harder to control the power bar and increase your anxiety.
  • Stay calm and focus to avoid the vicious cycle of failure!

Can you overcome the pressure, or will the ticking nerves break you?

Download

Download
StrikeOrBreakPC.zip 43 MB

Install instructions

Download and Installation Instructions

  1. Download the Game
  2. Extract (if needed)
    If the file is zipped, extract it to a folder.
  3. Run the Game
    Double-click the StrikeOrBreak.exe file to start the game.
  4. Have Fun!
    Enjoy playing Strike or Break!


Comments

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I manage to get 50 points hope it is high

Throwing the balls to ceiling is not realistic but is really fun.