How does the power shot mechanic work?

Hold the mouse button on your paddle to charge a shot; releasing fires it with extra force at the charged angle.

What happens if the puck leaves the table?

The puck is returned to the centre for a face-off, similar to standard air hockey rules.

How long does one match last?

Matches end when one player scores 7 goals, regardless of time elapsed.

Air Hockey Cup

Sports

Air Hockey Cup is a browser implementation of air hockey table physics with a tournament progression — win matches to advance through brackets toward the championship. The mechanic beyond basic air hockey is the power shot system: holding down the mouse button charges a hit that deflects with more force and a different angle than a standard tap.

Move your paddle by moving the mouse over your half of the table. The puck slides frictionlessly and reflects off walls. Score by knocking the puck into the opponent's goal. Power shots need correct charge timing — overcharging misses the intended deflection angle. AI difficulty scales across tournament brackets, with later opponents defending more accurately.

Works for casual players who want a quick sports game with a satisfying physics feel. Runs well in browser without any loading delay. Tip: aim power shots at the corners of the goal rather than straight ahead — corner shots enter at angles the AI goalkeeper has a harder time reaching than centre shots.

FAQ

How does the power shot mechanic work?: Hold the mouse button on your paddle to charge a shot; releasing fires it with extra force at the charged angle.
What happens if the puck leaves the table?: The puck is returned to the centre for a face-off, similar to standard air hockey rules.
How long does one match last?: Matches end when one player scores 7 goals, regardless of time elapsed.