Goalball is a sports simulation that relies primarily on sound and quick reflexes. It’s played between two players who alternate between offense (throwing) and defense (blocking), with the goal of scoring in the opponent’s goal.
Game Objective
The main objective is to score goals by getting the ball past your opponent. The player who manages to score 5 goals first wins the match and the game ends immediately.
Gameplay Mechanics (Offense and Defense)
1. Attacker Role (Thrower)
Preparation: The attacker must first confirm readiness by moving backward (toward their own goal). This means if you’re the right player, you’ll swipe right, and vice versa.
Throwing: After preparing, the attacker chooses the throw direction (up, down, or toward the opponent).
Once thrown, a distinct sound plays that indicates the direction the ball has taken.
2. Defender Role (Goalkeeper)
The defender must focus carefully, as each direction has its own unique sound. The ball’s sound is your guide.
Blocking: To successfully block the ball, the defender must move in the same direction as the ball based on the sound they heard.
Scoring and Winning Rules
Scoring a goal: A goal is scored (+1 point) if the defender fails to identify the correct sound direction or is too slow to respond.
Successful block: If the defender successfully blocks the ball, no goals are scored, and the game speed increases in the next round making it more challenging.
Winning condition: The game ends immediately as soon as one player reaches 5 goals.
Controls and Shortcuts Guide
Function / Direction
Computer (Windows)
Android
iPhone (iOS)
Move Up
W
Swipe up with 2 fingers
Swipe up with 3 fingers
Move Down
S
Swipe down with 2 fingers
Swipe down with 3 fingers
Move Left
A
Swipe left with 2 fingers
Swipe left with 3 fingers
Move Right
D
Swipe right with 2 fingers
Swipe right with 3 fingers
Check Current Score
Space
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Important Notes
Sounds are key: You must focus only on the “ball sound” to know its path (is it the sound of the ball going up, down, or in the middle).
Game acceleration: The more successful blocks you make, the faster the ball becomes, requiring quicker reaction time. Speed only resets to normal when a goal is scored.
Blocking timing: Don’t rush to press as soon as you hear the sound start; timing must be precise to ensure a successful block.