Pongo Master

Pongo Master is an arcade ping pong game built around quick reflexes. You control a paddle and try to return a ball that keeps getting faster as the rally goes on. A slow start can turn into a very fast exchange, so you need to stay focused from the first hit.

The platform page tags the game as Two Player, and it describes the matches as duels against an opponent. It does not give a detailed list of modes, so check the menu after you press play to see how a second person can join, and whether you share one screen or play the computer. On the controls side, the page says you move the paddle with the mouse or with a touchscreen, which makes it simple to learn on both a computer and a phone.

The game was made with Construct 3 and runs in desktop and mobile browsers, in landscape. There is not much to learn, which is the point. You line up the paddle, hit the ball, and look for an angle your opponent cannot reach.

One idea from the page is to aim for the corners, because that is where a late paddle is most likely to miss. Pongo Master is a good pick for a short break or a quick match. If you like pong style games, also try Simple Plus Classic Pong.