BattleStick
BattleStick is a 2D arena-based action MMO that turns players into stick-figure combatants and drops them into hectic brawls with simple, rough-and-ready weapons. Matches lean into chaos over precision, letting you jump in quickly to trade hits, lob projectiles, and fight for leaderboard bragging rights.
 | Publisher: Pinterac Playerbase: Low Type: Action MMO Release Date: May 6, 2016 Pros: +Runs on very modest PCs. +Simple and accessible premise. +Supports fights with up to 20 players. Cons: -Input and movement can feel clumsy. -Bugs plus latency problems are common. -Gameplay depth is limited and feels unfinished. |
BattleStick Overview
BattleStick is a fast-paced action MMO from Pinterac, which both created and released the game. You can jump in via Steam using the client, and there’s also a playable browser version. The premise is simple: pilot a stick figure, choose a basic loadout, and enter a 2D arena where up to 20 players can fight at the same time. Rather than leaning on long pre-match prep or strict class design, it keeps the focus on quick skirmishes and straightforward tools like bows and shuriken-like throws.
Beyond the arena, progression is kept light but present. You can pick from different skins (such as themed options like Ninja or Cowboy) to customize your character, and you can chase leaderboard placement by stacking wins over time. There’s also a goofy “play dead” feature that drops your stick figure to the ground, useful for jokes or occasionally dodging attention in a crowded fight. A basic currency and leveling track add a little structure, giving you a reason to keep queueing even when the action feels more arcade than esports.
BattleStick Key Features:
- Large Lobby Fights – arenas can hold up to 20 players at the same time.
- Gear Up – equip weapons such as bows and knives, each with its own range, cooldown timing, and damage behavior.
- Progression – earn experience, gain levels, and unlock additional in-game options as you play.
- Cosmetic Skins – choose from a variety of appearances (including Bears and Ninjas) to help your stick figure look distinct.
BattleStick Screenshots
BattleStick Featured Video
![[OFFICIAL] Trailer Battlestick - MMO Game 2016](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/pCpalCwRTAI/0.jpg)
BattleStick Review
BattleStick aims for the kind of quick, silly arena combat where readability and reaction matter more than complex builds. In practice, the matches do deliver bursts of entertainment, especially when the lobby is full and multiple players converge on the same spot. The 2D presentation keeps the action easy to parse at a glance, and the stick-figure style fits the game’s light tone.
The best part of the experience is how little friction there is between installing and playing. The controls and rules are simple enough that most players will understand the basics within a few minutes. Weapon variety, while not huge, is used to create different engagement ranges, so you are not always forced into the same kind of close-quarters scramble. With up to 20 players in a match, unpredictable situations are common, and the “anything can happen” feel is the primary appeal.
That said, BattleStick struggles with the traits that separate a fun party brawler from a reliable long-term MMO. Controls can feel awkward and imprecise, which is especially noticeable in a competitive arena where small movement decisions matter. Technical issues also weigh on the experience, with reports of bugs plus latency that can make hits feel inconsistent. When a game is built around fast exchanges, even minor delays can make a match feel unfair.
Progression elements like levels, currency, and cosmetic skins add a bit of structure, but they do not fully mask how basic the underlying loop can be. If you are looking for deep meta, strategic team play, or refined competitive balance, this one is hard to recommend. If you want a low-commitment arena game that can create amusing moments in crowded fights, it can still be worth sampling, particularly given its low system demands.
BattleStick Links
BattleStick Official Site
BattleStick Steam Page
BattleStick Facebook Page
BattleStick Subreddit
BattleStick Steam Greenlight Page
BattleStick System Requirements
Minimum Requirements:
Operating System: Windows 7
CPU: 2 GHz
RAM: 1 GB RAM
Video Card: Chipset. It can fall back to canvas mode, delivering middling performance.
Hard Disk Space: 150 MB available space
Recommended Requirements:
Operating System: Windows 10
CPU: 3 GHz
RAM: 2 GB RAM
Video Card: A modern dedicated GPU capable of running WebGL.
Hard Disk Space: 200 MB available space
BattleStick can also be played directly in your web browser.
BattleStick Music & Soundtrack
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BattleStick Additional Information
Developer(s): Pinterac
Publisher(s): Pinterac
Language(s): English, French
Game Engine: Phaser Javascript
Steam Greenlight: June 6, 2015
Steam Greenlight Approved: August 2015
PC Release Date: May 6, 2016
Development History / Background:
Developed and released by Pinterac, BattleStick gained additional attention after showing up on Steam Greenlight in June 2015, then receiving approval in August 2015. It later arrived on PC on May 6, 2015, with both a Steam client and a browser option available. At the time of writing, the active servers are located in France.