Review · Strategy · PC · Linux
"Glow Ball" - The billiard puzzle game
Reviewed: 21 May 2026
PC · Linux
WTFOMGames · 2015
Ludograph rating
Growth (BDS)
46
Risk (RIS)
0
Daily limit
120min
Age guidance
–
Developmental benefits
| B1 | Cognitive | 0.70 | |
| B2 | Social-emotional | 0.03 | |
| B3 | Motor | 0.50 | |
Glow Ball is a physics-based puzzle game that offers a fresh take on billiards. Its challenging and unique levels promote strong cognitive skills such as problem-solving, spatial awareness, strategic thinking, and critical thinking. The meditative gameplay and atmospheric soundtrack provide a relaxing experience, while the precise controls enhance hand-eye coordination and fine motor skills.
Design risks
| R1 | Compulsion-loop pressure | 0.00 | |
| R2 | Monetization | 0.00 | |
| R3 | Social risk | 0.00 | |
Glow Ball presents minimal risks. It lacks any manipulative design mechanics, monetization pressures, or social risks. The content is benign, with no violence, sexual themes, or strong language.
Content (not in risk score)
| R4.1 | Violence Level | 0.00 | |
| R4.2 | Sexual Content | 0.00 | |
| R4.3 | Language | 0.00 | |
| R4.4 | Substance References | 0.00 | |
| R4.5 | Fear / Horror | 0.00 | |
Content risk is displayed separately and does not affect the time recommendation.
Regulatory design checks · DSA — Assessed: meets criteria·GDPR-K — Assessed: meets criteria·ODDS — Assessed: meets criteria
- DSA:What Ludograph checks: whether the game's design gives minors the transparency the EU Digital Services Act expects: plain terms, honest defaults, and clear reporting routes.: Estimated from review data. No dark pattern or child-targeting concerns found.
- GDPR-K:What Ludograph checks: whether age assurance and consent flows are designed for under-16s, in the spirit of GDPR Article 8.: Estimated from review data. No privacy or child-targeting concerns found.
- ODDS:What Ludograph checks: whether paid random-reward drop rates are disclosed, as required in China, Japan and South Korea.: Estimated from review data. No paid random-reward mechanics found, so drop-rate disclosure requirements do not apply.
These reflect Ludograph's assessment of the game's design practices against each framework's criteria, not a legal compliance determination.