Orbgate

Orbgate is a lane switch reflex game: a red shape rolls toward rows of yellow gates, and you move it into the lane whose opening it fits before it arrives. The shape changes between rows, so every row is a new decision.

How to play

1. Press the round play button on the start screen. The shape starts rolling in the middle lane as a ball.
2. Switch lanes: press the left or right arrow key. Each press moves one lane.
3. Read the gates: each row has three gates, one with a round hole, one with a triangle and one with a square arch.
4. Match the shape: a ball fits the round hole, a cube fits the square arch and a triangular prism fits the triangle. The wrong gate bursts the shape.
5. Score: each row you clear adds one point. Press the restart button to try again.

What you see on screen

• Start screen: the Orbgate title, your best score, the play button, the sound button and a change mode button.
• Score: the big number at the top while you play.
• Gems: the counter in the top right corner.
• The road: three lanes leading into the distance, grey by default and coloured after a press on change mode.

Tips

• Look at your shape before the gates. It changes between rows, and our script only started clearing rows reliably once it read the shape first.
• Decide early. A new row reaches you about every 2 seconds, and the first one arrives under 2 seconds after you press play.
• Do not sit in the middle lane. With no keys pressed, 7 of 10 runs ended at the very first row.
• Read our lane switch game tips for the numbers behind these tips.

Frequently asked questions

How do I move?

Press the left or right arrow key. Each press moves the shape one lane.

Which gate do I go through?

The one whose opening matches your current shape: round hole for a ball, square arch for a cube, triangle for a prism.

Does the shape change?

Yes. After a row it can turn from a ball into a cube or a prism, so check it again before every row.

How is the score counted?

One point for every row of gates you clear. The best score stays on the start screen.

Is my best score saved?

Yes, in your browser on this device. Nothing is sent anywhere.

Is Orbgate free to play?

Yes. You can play it in your browser on Yes This Game with no download and no sign-up.