DeathBall: 3rd Wave Arcade's Growing Phenomenon

DeathBall from Tony Hauber

DeathBall is a 1v1 game where two wizards battle for a magical ball. The game is easy to learn, but difficult to master. DeathBall has been praised for its simple concept and addictive gameplay.

DeathBall is an arcade game combining elements of soccer and wizardry. It was created by Tony Hauber and first showcased in 2017 at the SF Killer Queen GDC Tournament in San Francisco. The game, noted for its simplicity and engaging gameplay, involves two wizards battling with a magical implement known as the DeathBall. The objective is to control the ball while navigating through a platforming environment.

Gaining Popularity

The game quickly gained popularity, touring various Killer Queen tournaments and arcade shows across 10+ U.S. states. It's designed as a one-button, one-joystick game, offering a range of expressive moves, promising hours of fun and virtually infinite replay value. DeathBall is headquartered in Elkader, Iowa.

As of now, DeathBall can be found in multiple locations across the U.S., including San Francisco, Texas, Cincinnati, Columbus, Minneapolis, Homestead, Jacksonville, Fort Lauderdale, Chattanooga, Phoenix, Baltimore, Madison, Richardson, Pittsburgh, Dallas, San Tan Valley​​, and more locations!

What Makes DeathBall So Special?

DeathBall is focused on bringing community members together through fun and inclusive gameplay; Additionally, we plan to expand on this by working on a 4-player cab version set to release in the next year or two, as well as promoting DeathBall events and tournaments in the near future.

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