Balloon Ride – Keyboard Party Game for 2–7 Players
Everyone floats in a balloon across a scrolling landscape. Hold your key to rise, let go to sink, and steer past spiky balls, vines and cacti. The last balloon in the air wins.
Click the game once so it receives your key presses.
Quick facts
- Players: 2 to 7 on one keyboard
- Goal: Be the last balloon still flying
- Controls: Tap for a small hop, hold to keep rising
- Cost: Free, no download
How to play Balloon Ride
- Every player has a coloured balloon and one key.
- Tap your key for a small hop upwards, or hold it to keep rising. Let go and your balloon sinks.
- Avoid the spiky balls, the vines hanging from above and the cacti on the ground.
- The game speeds up the longer you fly.
- A hit pops your balloon. The last balloon in the air wins the round.
Tips to win
- Use short taps to stay level instead of holding the key all the time.
- Look ahead for the gaps in the vines and fly through the middle.
- Spiky balls move up and down, so wait for them to pass before you go.
Keys for every player
Each player needs one key. Seven players can play at the same time.
| Player | Key | Where to find it |
|---|---|---|
| Red | C | Letter C |
| Blue | N | Letter N |
| Green | P | Letter P |
| Yellow | Q | Letter Q |
| Orange | ← | Left arrow |
| Purple | → | Right arrow |
| Pink | 0 | Numpad 0 |
Keys not responding? Read about keyboard ghosting.
Balloon Ride questions
How do I make my balloon go up?
Press your key to hop up and hold it to keep rising. When you let go your balloon slowly sinks.
How many players can play Balloon Ride?
From 2 to 7 players on one keyboard. Each player uses a single key.
Is Balloon Ride free?
Yes. It is free to play in your browser with no download or sign-up.