Basketball AllStars

Basketball Stars is the cool 2 player basketball game created by the masters of arcade sports, MadPuffers. Get ready to leave gravity behind and step onto the court for a high-energy, action-packed tournament where only the best player on the field can claim victory! This is not just about shooting, it is about strategy, aggression, and mastering the legendary supershot.

Challenge at Basketball stars? Accepted!

The core of Basketball Stars lies in its versatile and highly replayable game modes, designed for both solo players and friends:

• Single player mode (1P): Sharpen your skills against the formidable AI. You can choose to play a classic 1vs1 duel against the CPU or team up in a dynamic 2vs2 match, also controlled by the CPU.

• Two player mode (2P - The Fan Favorite): This is where the real fun begins! You and a friend can compete head-to-head or team up for intense co-op action:
• 2vs2 (Head-to-Head):Each player controls one member of their team and battles the other player's team
• 2vs2 (Co-op Against CPU): You and your friend can play together as a team to take on a tough CPU opponent in the challenging tournament

🎮️ How to play (controls)

Desktop:

• Player 1: Move / jump - Arrows, Block / pump - Arrow down, Steal / shoot - X, Supershot - Z
• Player 2: Move / jump - WASD, Block / pump - S, Steal / shoot - L, Supershot - Z

Mobile phones:

• Dedicated buttons on touch screen

MASTERING THE CONTROLS AND THE SUPERSHOT

To dominate the court, you need to master the simple yet effective control scheme:

The supershot advantage

Basketball Stars rewards aggressive gameplay. Feel free to block and slap your opponent to knock him out and get the ball it is all part of the game!

However, your biggest weapon is the Supershot:

• Load the Bar: Pay attention to the supershot bar on the top of the screen. The bar gradually fills up as you play aggressively and score points.
• Unleash the Power: Once it is fully loaded, you can instantly use the hot special dunk from wherever you are standing on the court. The best part? It never fails! Use this devastating special dunk strategically to secure guaranteed points when the pressure is on.

Choose your team, enter a challenging tournament, and be the best player on the field! Enjoy Basketball Stars!

⚡ Quick summary

• 2-Player arcade game: A high-energy, action-packed basketball game designed by MadPuffers.
• Focus on aggression: Gameplay is highly aggressive, allowing players to block and slap opponents to steal the ball.
• Game modes: Features Single Player (1v1 or 2v2 vs CPU) and a popular Two Player Mode (Head-to-Head 2v2 or Co-op 2v2 vs CPU).
• Supershot mechanic: The key weapon is the never-fail Supershot (special dunk) that loads up through aggressive play and guarantees a score.
• Tournament goal: Compete in a challenging tournament where only the best player claims victory.

Basketball Stars goes beyond classic basketball, offering a frenetic arcade experience where gravity plays no role. It's a clash of strategy and action, where mastering the legendary Supershot is key. Aggressive play pays off, as it allows you to gain the ball and charge a weapon that never fails—a guaranteed special dunk.

⭐ Key features

• Versatile 2P Modes: Compete against a friend 2v2 on the same keyboard or team up with a friend against the CPU in Co-op mode.
• The Supershot Advantage: A unique mechanic where an aggressive player's bar fills up, allowing them to unleash an unstoppable special dunk from anywhere.
• Simple Control Mastery: Easy controls for movement, shooting, stealing, and the Supershot, yet difficult to master under pressure.
• Uninhibited Action: Players are encouraged to be aggressive—block, pump, and slap—to gain an edge and knock out opponents.

🧠 Tips & tricks

• Be aggressive: Don not hesitate to block and slap. Stealing the ball through aggression is key to both possession and charging your Supershot bar.
• Strategic supershot Use: Only use the Supershot (Z key) when your bar is completely full. Use it to guarantee points when the clock is low or when you need a clutch bucket.
• Learn the pump: Use the pump/block button (arrow down or S) defensively to try and fool your opponent or force a bad shot.
• Focus on scoring: The supershot bar loads faster as you play aggressively and score. Focus on maintaining offense and hitting those shots.
• Coordinate in co-op: When playing 2v2 Co-op, one player should focus on defense/steals while the other focuses on getting into a good shooting position to maximize point generation.

📱 Full Control on Any Device

Bring the high-flying, aggressive court action with you! This game is designed to give you seamless control and performance whether you're playing on a desktop or a mobile device.

What this means for you:

• Responsive Touch Control: The simple control scheme for movement, shooting, and the Supershot is perfectly adapted for touchscreens, ensuring you maintain split-second reactions for steals and dunks.
• Dual Mode Access: Easily challenge a friend or the CPU on your tablet or phone, experiencing the full intensity of 1v1 and 2v2 modes without performance loss.

🎥 Video gameplay

See Basketball Stars in action! Watch players unleash the never-fail Supershot, execute aggressive blocks, and perform gravity-defying dunks before you step onto the court for your next tournament showdown.

🏀 Are you ready for the Basketball allstars tournament?

Step onto the court and experience the frenetic 2-player action from the masters of arcade sports. Challenge a friend for intense head-to-head duels or team up against the formidable AI. Master the aggressive Supershot and leave gravity behind to dominate the tournament bracket. Play Basketball Stars and claim the victory today!

📋 Game details

Game title

Basketball AllStars

Developer

MadPuffers

Initial release

Jan 08 2022

Technology

HTML5 (No Flash required)

Platforms

Browser (Desktop, laptop, tablet, mobile phones)

Ratings

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (4.8/5)

❓ Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

Q: Who developed Basketball Stars? A: Basketball Stars was created by MadPuffers, a studio known for popular arcade sports games like Tennis Masters.

Q: Can I play against a friend on the same computer? A: Yes! The game's popular 2-player mode lets you compete head-to-head (1v1 or 2v2) or team up in a co-op match against the CPU using a shared keyboard.

Q: How do I perform the Supershot? A: The Supershot bar loads up gradually as you play aggressively and score points. Once the bar is full, you can press the dedicated Supershot key (Z) to unleash an instant, guaranteed special dunk from anywhere on the court.

Q: Is aggressive play allowed? A: Absolutely. The game rewards aggressive defense. You are encouraged to block and slap your opponent to knock them out, steal the ball, and charge your Supershot bar.

Q: What is the main goal of the game? A: The main goal is to win the challenging tournament. You achieve this by mastering the controls, utilizing the Supershot strategically, and being the best player on the field.