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What is Rooftop Snipers?

Rooftop Snipers is a physics-based two-button duel game developed by New Eich Games. Players face off atop city skylines, attempting to blast their rival off the building edge with rifle shots. The momentum of each leap and recoil creates unpredictable ragdoll motion, making every duel a contest of timing and balance. You can compete locally against a friend or challenge an automated opponent directly in your web browser with no download required.

Key features

• Two-button gameplay: Jump to reposition and press the fire key to raise your rifle and shoot.
• Ragdoll physics: Characters stumble, flip, and react dynamically to bullet impacts and ledge boundaries.
• Solo and shared duels: Play against a computer challenger or battle another player on the same keyboard.
• Dynamic arenas: Matches feature shifting weather, bouncy obstacles, beach balls, and moving environmental objects.
• First to five scoring: The first competitor to score 5 knockouts claims overall victory in the match.
• Distinct outfits: Duels randomize pixelated character skins and themed costumes between rounds.

How to play

1. Select single-player mode against the computer or choose two-player mode to duel a friend locally.
2. Tap the jump key to dodge incoming shots or reposition your sniper on the roof.
3. Hold down the shoot button to rotate your arm and raise your firearm toward the target.
4. Release the shoot button at the correct angle to fire a bullet at your opponent.
5. Knock your rival off the rooftop ledge while staying balanced to earn a point.
6. Reach a total of 5 points first to win the match.

Controls

Action	First Player	Second Player
Jump / Dodge	W	I
Aim and Shoot	E	O

Hold your assigned shooting key to raise your aim upwards, then release the key to fire a projectile.

Physics and combat mechanics

Combat in Rooftop Snipers revolves around momentum and arm rotation. Snipers cannot walk horizontally across the arena; they only leap upward and backward using physics impulses. When you hold the fire button, your character raises their weapon in an arc. Releasing the button discharges a round along that trajectory. A clean hit delivers kinetic force that pushes the opponent toward the ledge, while weapon recoil also nudges your own character backward.

Tips and strategy

• Time your releases carefully: Releasing the fire button when your gun levels with the opponent maximizes direct impact.
• Jump before firing: Leaping into the air changes your angle of attack and helps shoot over incoming bullets.
• Watch your roof position: Firing creates backward recoil that can shove you off the edge if you stand too close to your own ledge.
• React to bouncy hazards: Moving beach balls and falling debris can deflect sniper shots or knock characters off balance.
• Dodge erratic bursts: Tap your jump key just as the enemy raises their weapon to let their bullet pass underneath you.

Game modes

Single-player mode

Face an automated computer rival across successive rounds to practice your timing and weapon angles.

Two-player mode

Compete side by side with another player on a single keyboard in local head-to-head duels.

Versions and similar games

New Eich Games expanded on this chaotic physics formula with titles such as Getaway Shootout, Tube Jumpers, and Ping Pong Chaos. If you are browsing Retro Bowl for more fast-paced competition, try Linebacker Alley 2 or Touchdown Rush for running action, or play Retro Bowl for strategic team management.

Developer and history

Rooftop Snipers was created by indie studio New Eich Games and released in 2017. The game earned wide popularity for its humorous ragdoll combat and accessible two-button control design.