Dunked On Guide: How a round works
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OverviewDunked On! is a basketball battle game where you score by snatching the ball and slamming it through the rim while your opponents try to stop you.
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How a round works
Summary
Up to twelve players can share a single room. The team with the ball tries to drive to the rim and dunk; the team without it tries to shut that down. Rounds are won by scoring points through successful dunks.
- Goal dunk the ball through the rim to earn points
- Players up to twelve people per room
- Win condition outscore the other side with dunks
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Scoring on offense
Step
Offense has three clear stages. First you get the ball, then you push toward the rim, and finally you throw it down.
- Break ankles attack an opponent to throw them off balance.
- Drive to the rim move quickly toward the rim.
- Dunk once you reach the rim, put the ball through it to complete the score.
Stopping the offense on defense
Tips
- Clamp your opponent by closing distance and limiting where they can move.
- Time your swipe perfectly to interrupt a shot or dribble.
- Steal the ball while the opponent is dribbling or passing to flip possession instantly.
Skins and the spin system
CheckOutside of matches there are two ways to build out your collection. You can unlock basketball skins, and you can spend resources on spins to receive new balls and other items.
- Unlock sick basketball skins.
- Spin using money and a Legendary Ball.
- Spin to receive a new ball or item.
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Glossary
Glossary- Dunk
- The main way to score — you bring the ball to the rim and shoot it through to earn points.
- Drive
- Moving with the ball toward the rim while dodging defenders.
- Rim
- The target you must reach with the ball to complete a dunk.
- Clamp
- A defensive move where you close in on the ball carrier to restrict their movement.
- Swipe
- A timed defensive action used to steal the ball or break up a shot.
Common questions
FAQHow many players can join a single room?
A room holds up to twelve players at once.
What is the most important thing to do on defense?
Stop the ball carrier from reaching the rim by clamping them down, timing your swipe, or stealing the ball before they get close enough to dunk.
How do I get new balls from the spin system?
You need both money and a Legendary Ball to spin. A successful spin rewards you with a new ball or other item.
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