# StickWars

> Casual

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id309527804](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id309527804)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id309527804`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** John E. Hartzog
- **Category:** Casual
- **Rating:** 4.20 / 5 (112 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.9.0
- **Last updated:** 2017-08-07
- **First published:** 2009-04-01
- **Size:** 17 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-07
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/stickwars/id309527804)
- **Website:** [http://www.erichartzog.com/projects/stickwars](http://www.erichartzog.com/projects/stickwars)

## Description

StickWars is a fast-paced, action-packed castle defense game where you defend your kingdom against an invading stick figure army. Tap, flick, and shake your way to victory as you repel the siege.

Key features include unlimited rounds, shake to deploy bombers and detonate, multi-touch to command wizards casting meteors and other spells, and using captured stick figures to strengthen your defenses. The game also includes two free StickWars Ultimate Challenge games for added replayability.

## Rankings

- #134,222 — Overall

## Review summary

The app is a nostalgia-driven, engaging stick-figure game with zero ads and solid ongoing support, appreciated for its simplicity and charm. However, it suffers from recurring bugs that freeze progress, crashes during upgrades, and compatibility issues on older devices, along with a steep learning curve due to minimal tutorials. Overall, most users love the experience, but stability and accessibility improvements are frequently requested.

### Pros

- Nostalgia and fond memories of playing the game over many years.
- Engaging core gameplay with balanced difficulty and no ads.
- Ongoing updates and developer support; the game has been updated and maintained for years.
- Works across devices and remains functional on old hardware (64-bit updates; cross-device compatibility).
- Charming, simple stick-figure action that is addictive and fun for short play sessions.

### Cons

- Frequent freezing and progression bugs around certain rounds (e.g., round 115, 135, 198) that prevent completion.
- Crashes when attempting to purchase upgrades (e.g., Prison option).
- Compatibility issues on older devices due to 64-bit requirement; some devices report not compatible.
- Lack of tutorials or clear in-game guidance; confusing mechanics and mismatch with tips.
- Some reports of overheating devices during play.

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