"Breakout" is a classic arcade game where players control a paddle to bounce a ball and break bricks arranged at the top of the screen. The objective is to clear all the bricks without letting the ball fall off the bottom. Players can earn power-ups that enhance their paddle or ball, making the game more exciting and challenging. Originally released in 1976 by Atari, "Breakout" was inspired by the earlier game Pong. It has since influenced many other games and spawned numerous variations across different platforms, maintaining its popularity in both retro and modern gaming communities.