Phone Balancer
About This Game
Keep your phone perfectly level in this challenging balance game. Use your device's motion sensors to control a virtual ball and test your steadiness.
Welcome to Phone Balancer, an exciting mobile-first game that utilizes the DeviceOrientation to deliver an immersive gaming experience directly in your browser. This hyper-casual game is designed to test your skills while providing quick, engaging gameplay sessions that you can enjoy anywhere, anytime on your mobile device.
This game falls under the Sensor Games category, which means it takes full advantage of your device's unique capabilities to create an interactive experience that goes beyond traditional touchscreen games. Whether you're looking for a quick gaming session during your commute or want to challenge yourself with increasingly difficult levels, Phone Balancer offers something for everyone.
How to Play
- 1 Grant permission for device sensors when prompted (iOS 13+ only)
- 2 Hold your phone flat and level in front of you
- 3 Tap "Start" to begin the balance challenge
- 4 Keep the ball in the center circle by tilting your phone
- 5 The longer you maintain balance, the higher your score!
Tips & Strategies for High Scores
Mastering Phone Balancer requires practice and understanding of the game mechanics. Here are some expert tips that will help you achieve higher scores and improve your overall gameplay experience. These strategies have been compiled from extensive playtesting and player feedback.
- Start with your phone already level before pressing start
- Use small, gentle movements - overcorrecting is the main cause of failure
- Keep your elbows close to your body for stability
- Focus on the ball, not the phone itself
- Practice in a stable standing or sitting position first
- Breathe steadily - holding your breath can cause shaky hands
- If using two hands, keep them equidistant from the center
- In windy conditions or moving vehicles, the challenge is much harder!
Remember, improvement comes with practice. Don't be discouraged if you don't achieve high scores immediately. Each playthrough helps you understand the game's nuances better and develop muscle memory for quicker reactions.
Technical Information
This game uses the DeviceOrientation API to detect the exact tilt of your device in three-dimensional space. The beta value represents front-to-back tilt (-180 to 180 degrees), while gamma represents side-to-side tilt (-90 to 90 degrees). These values are sampled at high frequency and used to calculate the virtual ball's position, creating a realistic physics simulation that responds to your device movements in real-time.
API Used
DeviceOrientation Browser Support
Chrome, Safari, Firefox, Edge (latest versions)
Device Requirements
Mobile device with gyroscope/accelerometer sensors. iOS 13+ requires explicit permission.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why do I need to grant permission?
On iOS 13 and later, Apple requires explicit user permission to access motion sensors for privacy reasons. This is a one-time request per visit. The game cannot access any personal data - only the device's orientation.
The game says sensors aren't supported. What can I do?
This game requires a device with a gyroscope/accelerometer. Most smartphones have these, but some tablets and desktop browsers don't. Try using a different mobile device.
Why is the ball moving even when my phone looks level?
Your phone's sensors may need calibration. Try rotating your phone in a figure-8 pattern a few times, then try again. Also ensure you're on a truly level surface.
Can I play this on desktop?
Desktop computers typically don't have orientation sensors. This game is designed specifically for mobile devices with gyroscopes.
The game seems too sensitive. Is that normal?
Sensitivity can vary by device. The game is calibrated for typical smartphone sensors. If it feels too sensitive, try making smaller movements.