Breakout – Brick Breaker Arcade

## About Breakout

Breakout is a timeless arcade classic that has been captivating players since its invention in 1976. The concept is elegantly simple: use a paddle to bounce a ball and destroy all the bricks on screen. Our modern version features five rows of colorful bricks, smooth physics, and precise controls that make every game exciting.

## How to Play

Move the paddle horizontally using your **mouse** or the **left and right arrow keys**. The ball bounces off the paddle, the walls, and the bricks. Each brick you hit is destroyed and earns you 10 points.

**The goal:** Destroy all 50 bricks without letting the ball fall below the paddle.

## Lives and Scoring

– You start with **3 lives**.
– Each time the ball falls past the paddle, you lose a life.
– Each brick destroyed gives you **10 points**.
– Clearing all bricks wins the game.

## Tips and Strategy

1. **Control the ball angle.** Where the ball hits the paddle determines its direction. Hit the ball with the edges of the paddle to send it at sharp angles toward corner bricks.
2. **Stay centered.** Keep your paddle near the center of the screen when the ball is high up. This gives you the best position to react.
3. **Prioritize hard-to-reach bricks.** Clear bricks near the top and corners first, as they become difficult to hit once the ball is bouncing low.
4. **Watch your speed.** The ball maintains its speed throughout the game. Do not let it surprise you with a fast bounce.

## Game Features

– Classic Breakout gameplay with 50 bricks
– 5 colorful brick rows with different point values
– 3 lives system for extended play
– Mouse and keyboard controls
– Smooth 60 FPS animation

Smash some bricks with Breakout — the arcade game that never gets old!