The virtual dodgeball in Knockout City is even more chaotic than the real thing.

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With one word, "Huh!" Knockout City sent me back to my childhood dodgeball games. As you dodge the dodgeballs in every way you hear the phrase, the virtual version of the dodgeball game matches the actual thing - complete with all the clutter you usually expect with playground games.

Knockout City is developed by EA and Mario Kart Live: Velan Studios, the same studio that created Home Circuit, and its early mode consist of three matches against online opponents. You'll adorn dodgeballs strewn over the city-themed maps and use them as your accidental targets in each match. When you charge a throw, the game locks into a goal for you, so you don't have to worry about a specific goal. Knockout City is more about timing your shots to catch your opponent off guard, which encourages the game by acting as a curve or find to blend your tactics.

A key part of Knockout City, like real dodgeball, is catching the ball, which you can do with a well-timed press of the trigger. And if you catch a thrown ball, the next one will fly a little faster. I tried to keep track of time. It adds time to battle, similar to Paper Mario (albeit at a faster pace), and forces you to think about your position not only for offense but also for defense.

Knockout City has some amazing ingredients that you won't find in real-life dodgeballs. Each match includes a special type of dodgeball that resembles a bomb ball and explodes with unique effects. My favorite item was multiball, which gives you three dodgeballs just above your fingertips, similar to the triple shell item in Mario Kart.

You can also convert yourself into a ball at any time so that your teammates can toss you to an opponent to fast score and knock them out. Balling on behalf of a teammate is almost like giving them a gift - a star they can launch at high speed to an unquestionable person - and it's a great tool to help your teammate whenever you want, without the need for communication. Keep in mind that your enemies can pick you up when you're in ball form, allowing them to just chuck you off the map for an easy point.

Knockout City is frequently compared to real-life dodgeball games. It's possible that it'll lose track of things and fire a shot that you haven't seen. Long lulls in matches might occur, and you may find yourself racing about the area with dodgeballs in hand, looking for opponents. I sometimes wish the maps were a little smaller so that there would be more warfare. Knockout City matches, on the other hand, are exciting and wild when they are at their best. Dodgeballs flying left and right will keep you, your friends, and your opponents busy dodging, catching and throwing.

Knockout City isn't just about outsmarting your opponent in your dodgeball; the game lets you customize your character in a variety of ways, including what they wear and how they win. You can acquire more cosmetics by leveling up your "Street Rank" (which is comparable to Fortnite's Battle Pass) or purchasing them from the Fortnite game store by completing the game's challenges.

If you want to try out Knockout City, EA is giving away the full version of the game for free on all platforms (PC, PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch) until May 30th. Knockout City supports both crossplay and cross-progress, allowing you to play with your friends on any platform and transferring your progress to another. The game will cost $19.99 after the trial, though you will have access to one of them if you have a final membership to EA Play or Xbox Game Pass.

I recommend giving Knockout City a shot while it's still free. I think it's a brilliant idea to build dodgeball video games, and it's even better when you hit a game-winning shot with a satisfying "golf."

Knockout City is now available for the PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X, Nintendo Switch, and PC.

H/S: theverge.com