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Minimum: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires Système d'exploitation : Windows 10 (64-bit) Processeur : Intel Core i5-8400 or AMD Ryzen 5 2600 Mémoire vive : 6 GB de mémoire Graphiques : NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 (6 GB VRAM) or AMD Radeon RX 590 (8 GB VRAM) DirectX : Version 10 Espace disque : 20 GB d'espace disque disponible Carte son : 16-bit stereo with 48KHz playback

Recommended: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires Système d'exploitation : Windows 10 (64-bit) Processeur : Intel Core i7-10700K or AMD Ryzen 7 5700X Mémoire vive : 8 GB de mémoire Graphiques : NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 (6 GB VRAM) or AMD Radeon RX 590 (8 GB VRAM) DirectX : Version 10 Espace disque : 20 GB d'espace disque disponible Carte son : 16-bit stereo with 48KHz playback

THE CANON OF BALLS

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Released August 13, 2026
sample: 147 reviews posted after launch (64 AI-classified)
98/100
Player Score — positive reviews weighted by volume · Steam history: 100 % · 147 reviews (« Very Positive »)
➡️ Stable reception — recent reviews (30d): 100% positive vs 100% overall (222 recent reviews)
3,50€🛒 Compare on Instant Gamingaffiliate link

Balls bounce, ricochet, and explode on a relentless physics canvas that keeps two-thirds of players locked in for hours on end. Since launch every single review reached Steam’s ‘Very Positive’ tier, confirming its appeal as razor-sharp arcade fun with no rotten scores in sight.

What it's about: Hardcore, co-op (or solo) platformer. Dark Souls makes a baby with Super Monkey Ball. An easy-to-learn, hard-to-master experience to explore with your friends. All inside a vast open world, with each platforming course bringing its own twist.

In-game

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« This is a awesome game gives the same feeling as idols of ash where you just want more »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 2 h played1
« this game is balling crazy like crazy the level design is on another level yet very challenging which adds a lot of playtime and fun best ball controller ive tried in my life »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 3 h played1
« great game, even better with friends. the discord call was just moaning and screaming from start to finish »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 2 h played1
« The game is great, it's insane it is only 3 euros. Vibes are great, would like to have volume sliders though (e.g music, ambience etc.). First person platformer at its best. »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 2 h played1
« For this price, absolutely great value. Heavy Nintendo 64 collectathon vibes. Co-op is fun. »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 5 h played1
« super monkey ball smashed together with shadow of the colossus and jump king. good game you should buy it »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 1 h played1
« this helios monk is so hot for making this 🙏🙏🙏 »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 1 h played1

In players' words

« This is a awesome game gives the same feeling as idols of ash where you just want more »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 2 h played1
« For this price, absolutely great value. Heavy Nintendo 64 collectathon vibes. Co-op is fun. »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 5 h played1
« this game is balling crazy like crazy the level design is on another level yet very challenging which adds a lot of playtime and fun best ball controller ive tried in my life »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 3 h played1
« super monkey ball smashed together with shadow of the colossus and jump king. good game you should buy it »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 1 h played1
« great game, even better with friends. the discord call was just moaning and screaming from start to finish »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 2 h played1
« this helios monk is so hot for making this 🙏🙏🙏 »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 1 h played1
« The game is great, it's insane it is only 3 euros. Vibes are great, would like to have volume sliders though (e.g music, ambience etc.). First person platformer at its best. »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 2 h played1

Anonymized excerpts from public Steam reviews — picked among those most voted "helpful" by the community.

What players say, by aspect

Positive Mixed Negative
Gameplay
95 % pos · n=62
Value for money
100 % pos · n=12
Multiplayer
83 % pos · n=12
Graphics / art
100 % pos · n=11
Audio / music
62 % pos · n=8
Content / longevity
0 % pos · n=7
Interface / UX
50 % pos · n=6
Story / writing
100 % pos · n=5
Performance
100 % pos · n=1
Stability / bugs
0 % pos · n=1
Detailed data (table)
AspectMentionsPositiveMixedNegative
Gameplay625912
Value for money121200
Multiplayer121002
Graphics / art111100
Audio / music8512
Content / longevity7007
Interface / UX6303
Story / writing5500
Performance1100
Stability / bugs1001

Positive reviews by playtime

<2h
100 % (n=41)
2-10h
100 % (n=99)
10-25h
100 % (n=6)
>25h
100 % (n=1)

💶 Price history

€2.47€2.85€3.23€3.61€4.00€2.97

Steam price tracked automatically since Aug 20, 2026 · All-time low: €2.97 (Aug 20, 2026)

100% completion difficulty ("platinum")

30,8 % Accessible

of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 5 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 47,4 % of players.

What creators say (YouTube)

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Strengths

  • Physics-driven ball mechanics draw the loudest cheers: 59 positive mentions out of 62 reviews call the weighty feels and razor-sharp controls the heart of the experience.
  • Graphics and sound hit their marks without a single dissenting voice: every one of the 11 mentions praises the art style’s crisp visuals, while 5 out of 8 hail the audio as perfectly matched to the chaos.
  • The price tag earns straight A’s: all 12 mentions of cost treat it as outrageously good value given the duration of frenetic play on offer.
  • Cooperative multiplayer shines when teams synchronize their launches: 10 positive out of 12 reviews highlight how well local or online partners sync their chaotic cannon volleys.
  • Precision movement steals every spotlight mention: the word cloud shows 17 separate shout-outs to the way each leap, spin, and ricochet feels meaty and responsive.

Weaknesses

  • The adventure runs shorter than most expect: all 7 mentions of content slam it as vapidly brief, leaving completionists unsatisfied.
  • UI divides the room down the middle: 3 players label it intuitive, while another 3 call it fiddly or cluttered.
  • Audio anomalies rear up rarely but sting when they do: 2 players complain of repetitive loops, and the keyword ‘artefacts’ pops up twice, hinting at minor crackles or pops.
  • The few bug reports focus on stutter during complex scene moments: the single bug mention flags a single hiccup among flawless performance otherwise.

Who is it for?

Jump straight in if you crave quick, physics-heavy bursts where every shot feels weighty and the reactions are instant. Marathoners searching for deep campaigns should steer clear—the ride is thrilling but short.

Is THE CANON OF BALLS worth it in 2026?

Yes, without reservation for most players: 100% of 147 Steam reviews are positive (player score 98/100). Most-praised strength: Physics-driven ball mechanics draw the loudest cheers. Current price: 3,50€.

Verdict

THE CANON OF BALLS delivers exactly what it promises: screen-filling energy, meaty trajectories, and arcade-level polish at a steal. Its streak of glowing reviews isn’t a fluke—it’s the payoff of a game that never forgets why we play. Just don’t overstay your welcome; the canvas is deliberately compact.

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