ballerburg
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Description:
Castle combat game
Type: Formula  |  Latest Version: 1.2.3@0  |  Tracked Since: Dec 17, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Multimedia
Tags: game retro arcade multiplayer sdl2 artillery
Install: brew install ballerburg
About:
Ballerburg is a classic castle combat game where players strategically fire cannonballs to destroy their opponent's fortress. Originally developed in the 1980s, this modern SDL port preserves the original's simple yet addictive gameplay mechanics. It offers a lightweight, real-time artillery experience focused on trajectory calculation and resource management.
Key Features:
  • Real-time artillery combat with projectile physics
  • Multiplayer support for competitive castle destruction
  • Minimalist retro graphics and sound effects
  • Lightweight and fast performance via SDL2 backend
Use Cases:
  • Quick casual gaming sessions
  • Local multiplayer matches with friends
  • Retro gaming on modern systems
Alternatives:
  • Scorched3D – More complex 3D artillery game with extensive features
  • Worms – Popular turn-based artillery franchise with cartoon characters
License: GPL-3.0-or-later
Dependencies: sdl2
Bottles available for: arm64_tahoe, arm64_sequoia, arm64_sonoma, arm64_ventura, sonoma, ventura, arm64_linux, x86_64_linux
Version History
Detected Version Rev Change Commit
Sep 13, 2025 11:35am 0 VERSION_BUMP 52df3fbb