Must-Know Tips Before Diving into Antonblast

Antonblast is a lively and fast-paced platformer that captures a spirit similar to last year’s Pizza Tower. If the recent Mario games have felt a bit slow for your taste, Antonblast is the perfect remedy. Although much of the gameplay may seem familiar, it offers plenty of unique features that will keep you engaged.

This guide will cover everything from mastering Anton and Ann’s platforming skills to providing you with essential tips to collect every item in each level. By the end of this guide, you’ll be fully prepared to soar through the game!

Take Your Time to Explore

As soon as Happy Hour begins, it’s a race against the clock. During this time, there will usually be at least one item you can only collect if you act fast. Knowing the layout of the level beforehand is crucial. For instance, if you’re aware of a spray can hidden behind a green brick wall, you can easily access it after destroying the bricks during the rush.

Additionally, there are numerous secrets tucked away in the corners of each non-boss level. If you’re not thorough in exploring, you’ll likely miss out on many collectibles. Feel free to speed through the level first, and then slow down for a careful search after you’ve gotten the lay of the land.

Tip: When the game seems to encourage speed, be cautious. If you’re sprinting, smashing enemies, and breaking boxes, you might overlook hidden treasures.

Whenever a collectible appears on the screen—especially if it’s obscured or positioned above—you’ll need to put extra effort into exploring. Most of the time, the path leading to it is nearby, but not always.

Recognizing Hidden Areas

Keep an eye out for several key indicators that suggest hidden spaces:

• Cracks: Cracked surfaces might lead to secret rooms, so be sure to hit them.
• Bowling Pins: Seeing bowling pins typically indicates a spot where you can perform a roll. This could lead you to secret areas or be part of your Happy Hour strategy.
• Slopes: Rolling off slopes can reveal hidden passages, so try rolling against nearby walls.
• Graffiti: Pay attention to graffiti—it often hints at nearby secrets worth investigating.

This list isn’t exhaustive, but it will help you discover most hidden areas and collectibles.

Pits Are Your Friends

If you encounter a pit, don’t hesitate to jump in! Unlike in Mario games, falling into pits in Antonblast is often beneficial. Typically, jumping into a pit will lead to bonus areas that can reward you with valuable items. Of course, if there’s fire or lava, that’s a different story, as those hazards will cause damage.

Strategically Use Checkpoints

Each level features platforming sections that lead to optional rewards. You can always return to the last checkpoint, so if you come upon tricky sections, take a moment to check for a nearby checkpoint before attempting them.

Checkpoints are plentiful and make retrying challenging sections easier than restarting the entire level. However, be cautious: if you fail a platforming challenge and activate a checkpoint afterward, you’ll need to redo the entire level to complete it. For those wanting to tackle all the bonus sections, using checkpoints wisely is essential.

Helpful Tip: When hopping from fragile box to box, you don’t need to time your jumps meticulously. Simply hold down the jump button to bounce off each box.

Building Speed with Boost Combos

Using the Clutch button propels you forward. You’ll see a boost gauge in the corner of the screen, which fills as you string together multiple Clutch moves. The more Clutches you combine, the faster you’ll go, and your jumps will travel farther as your boost combo increases.

However, the challenge lies in keeping the combo alive. If your gauge fills before you execute another Clutch, the combo resets. This technique is not only useful for speedrunners but also enables you to reach certain collectibles that require high-speed jumps.

The Power of Combining Clutch and Roll

To gain extra height on your jump, consider pressing the roll button at the end of your jump. This technique isn’t mandatory, but it can help you reach platforms and items that would otherwise be out of reach.

To perform this maneuver, press the Clutch button while jumping. This will initiate a spin that will give you upward momentum. At the peak of this jump, press the roll button to dive—achieving additional height. Remember, you need to be moving forward to maximize this jump effectively, especially when trying to reach elevated platforms.

This technique may require some practice, but it’s incredibly valuable for collecting hard-to-reach items, particularly after destroying platforms.