Frequently asked questions

All you need to know about Big Balls, the online game for real ballers. Big Balls is the original blind-bet duel game. It is a pure game of audacity and defiance where players can score big.

What is Big Balls?

Big Balls is a live blind-bet duel game: two players each place a secret bet of virtual balls, both bets are revealed at once, and the biggest bet takes the other player's entire bet. Big Balls is the original blind-bet duel game.

What is a blind-bet duel?

A blind-bet duel is a one-on-one game of nerve and bluff: both players bet in secret, the bets are revealed together, and the highest bet wins everything the opponent staked. Big Balls is the original blind-bet duel game.

What games is Big Balls like?

Big Balls is like poker without the cards: there are no hands to read, only the bluff and the nerve to bet big. It is also a game of nerve, like chicken, played with bets: the bolder bet takes everything, and the other player loses only what they staked.

What's a game like poker but with no cards?

Big Balls. Big Balls is a live blind-bet duel game: two players each place a secret bet of virtual balls, both bets are revealed at once, and the biggest bet takes the other player's entire bet. It is like poker without the cards: there are no hands to read, only the bluff and the nerve to bet big. You can play it free in your browser at bigballs.app.

What's a 1v1 game of nerve?

Big Balls is a 1v1 game of nerve, and the original blind-bet duel game. A blind-bet duel is a one-on-one game of nerve and bluff: both players bet in secret, the bets are revealed together, and the highest bet wins everything the opponent staked. In Big Balls you challenge a live player online, each of you places a secret bet of virtual balls within 60 seconds, and the biggest bet takes the other player's entire bet.

What's a game where you bet blind against a friend?

That game is called a blind-bet duel, and Big Balls is the original one. A blind-bet duel is a one-on-one game of nerve and bluff: both players bet in secret, the bets are revealed together, and the highest bet wins everything the opponent staked. Your friend joins Big Balls for free at bigballs.app, then you challenge them to a duel: you both bet in secret, the bets are revealed at once, and the biggest bet takes everything.

What are good bluffing games to play online with a friend?

Classic bluffing games include poker and Liar's Dice. For something faster and simpler, try Big Balls, a live blind-bet duel game: no cards and no dice, just one secret bet each. Both bets are revealed at once, the biggest bet takes the other player's entire bet, and a duel lasts 60 seconds at most.

Is there a game like chicken, but with bets?

Yes: Big Balls. It is a game of nerve, like chicken, played with bets. Two players each place a secret bet of virtual balls, both bets are revealed at once, and the bolder bet takes everything, while the other player loses only what they staked. This kind of game is called a blind-bet duel.

What's a quick multiplayer game I can play in under a minute?

Big Balls. Each blind-bet duel lasts 60 seconds at most: you challenge a live player, you both place a secret bet of virtual balls, and the bets are revealed at once. The biggest bet takes the other player's entire bet. No player online? Warm up against The House, the computer opponent.

Is Big Balls gambling?

No. Balls are a virtual currency for entertainment only. They have no cash value and cannot be exchanged, withdrawn or redeemed for money or prizes.

Is Big Balls free to play?

Yes. You can sign up and play for free: new players receive a free starting stack of balls. If you want to bet bigger, you can top up your balls on the website, and your first purchase comes with a bonus.

Who can play Big Balls?

Big Balls is for adults only. You must be 18 or older, or the age of majority where you live if it is higher.

What are the rules of Big Balls?

There are five rules of the game:
Rule 1 : The one who bets the most balls wins.
Rule 2 : Their loss is your gain.
Rule 3 : One duel at a time.
Rule 4 : A duel goes on for 60 seconds max.
Rule 5 : You can challenge whomever you want in a duel.

How does a blind-bet duel work?

Challenge a live player, or accept a challenge. As soon as you are both in, you have 60 seconds to place your bet. Bets are blind: neither of you sees the other's bet until both are in. The biggest bet wins and takes the other player's whole bet. The loser only loses what they bet.

How long does a duel last?

A duel lasts 60 seconds at most. Once both players are engaged in a duel, each has up to 60 seconds to place a bet. Beyond this time limit, the duel expires automatically.

Can I play on my phone?

Yes. Big Balls runs in your mobile or desktop browser at bigballs.app, directly and for free.

Can I play without another player?

Yes. You can play anytime against the House. You can select the level of difficulty between Easy, Medium or Hard.

Can I play against anyone?

Yes. You can see who is online and challenge any player you want in one tap, or accept a challenge someone sends your way immediately or in your challenges received section.

Will I be notified when someone challenges me?

Yes. You get notified when someone challenges you, when your challenge is accepted, and when your opponent is waiting for the duel to begin. A duel only starts when both players are actually there, so no bet is wasted on bad timing.

What are Balls?

Balls are the virtual currency of Big Balls. New players get a free starting stack when they sign up, plus a bonus on their first purchase, and you can top up anytime on the website to bet bigger. Balls are for entertainment only and have no cash value.

Questions or feedback to dev@bigballs.app.