What is Bonk.io?
Bonk.io is a browser physics game for up to eight players at a time. Each player is a ball, and the aim is to push everyone else off the edge of the level until you are the last one standing. It also has team based matches.
The trick is weight. Holding X makes your ball heavier, which gives it more momentum and makes it harder to push, but also harder to steer. The game started in Flash and was rebuilt in HTML5 by its developer, Chaz, when Flash ended, so it still runs in a modern browser.
Main Features
- Last man standing and team based matches
- Up to eight players in a game
- A heavy mode on the X key that trades control for momentum
- An in-game level editor for making your own maps
- A large library of custom maps made by the community
- Quick play to jump straight into a match
- Custom games with your own settings
- Accounts that keep your maps and skins
How to Get Started with Bonk.io
- Open bonk.io in a desktop browser.
- Start the game and choose a username.
- Pick quick play, or join or create a custom game.
- Move with the arrow keys and hold X to get heavier.
- Open the level editor when you want to build your own map.
Bonk.io Pricing
Bonk.io is free to play in the browser. The official site does not list a paid plan or a subscription.
Who Should Use It?
- Friends looking for a quick party game in a browser
- Fans of simple physics games
- People who like making and sharing custom levels
- Anyone who wants short matches with no download
Bonk.io Alternatives
- Agar.io lets you grow a cell by eating smaller players.
- Diep.io is a tank arena where you level up by shooting shapes and rivals.
- slither.io has you grow a snake in a crowded online arena.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bonk.io free?
Yes. It is free to play in your browser, and the official site does not list a paid plan.
How many people can play Bonk.io?
Up to eight players can be in a game at once.
What does the X key do in Bonk.io?
Holding X makes your ball heavier. You hit harder and are harder to push, but you are also slower to steer.
Can I make my own Bonk.io maps?
Yes. The game has a level editor, and you can upload your maps for other people to play.