A new update is available today that makes it easier to see the ball in two ways:

• When the portal appears, it no longer obstructs the ball
• When you transition to the next level, the white flash now lasts about half as long and the game runs at a reduced speed for about a second

I'll admit the ball may still be difficult to see in front of the portal if it's moving very quickly.

Plans for next big feature

Based on some of your feedback, I've decided to add a fourth play mode called Custom. You will be able to set the parameters of the playfield, such as gravity, speed, alien density, possibly flipper angles; and even a special Michael Bay Mode where balls and aliens continually spawn, allowing for a crazy light show! It's a button masher's dream. The only tradeoff: No leaderboard integration in custom mode.