// Games · Arcade
Neon Breakout
A classic Arkanoid/Breakout with a neon twist: smash every brick, grab the power-ups and climb through 15 levels. Free, ad-free, installable as an app.
Tap or click the game screen to start moving
How to play
Move the paddle by dragging your finger (or mouse) across the game area to bounce the ball into the bricks. Every destroyed brick is worth points; multi-hit bricks need two hits, metal bricks are indestructible. Clear all 15 levels to finish the game.
Power-ups can drop during play: wide paddle, slow ball, multi-ball and extra life. Catch them with the paddle before they fall off screen.
Why I built it
Neon Breakout started as an experiment with Canvas 2D and the Web Audio API: no external game library, just vanilla JavaScript. Physics, particle effects and procedural sound synthesis were written from scratch, following the same "vanilla" approach I use for the rest of roversia.it.
Frequently asked questions
Is Neon Breakout really free?
Yes, it's completely free, with no ads and no in-app purchases. No sign-up needed: just open the page and play.
Is my score and unlocked levels saved?
Yes, your high score and max level reached are saved locally in the browser you're using, via localStorage. Progress won't follow you if you switch device or browser.
Can I install Neon Breakout as an app on my phone?
Yes, it's an installable PWA: on Android/Chrome use "Add to Home screen", on iOS/Safari "Share → Add to Home Screen". Once installed it also works offline.
How do I control the paddle?
On a touchscreen, drag your finger across the game area. On desktop you can also use the left/right arrow keys and the spacebar to launch the ball.