# Pick-Up Sticks

> Board

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id461667783](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id461667783)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id461667783`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Speedy Winner Holdings Limited
- **Category:** Board
- **Rating:** 4.10 / 5 (355 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.5.0
- **Last updated:** 2015-07-29
- **First published:** 2011-10-23
- **Size:** 44 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-05
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/pick-up-sticks/id461667783)

## Description

Pick-Up Sticks is the digital take on the classic stick-picking game and has over 7 million downloads worldwide. It has earned top mobile rankings, including Top 5 on iPhone in 48 countries and Top 1 on iPad in 42 countries.

Play with four game modes—Casual, Arcade, Time Attack, and Creative—and challenge friends online or locally via 3G, WiFi, or Bluetooth. With 18 Theme Sticks to unlock through coins earned in Arcade and Time Attack, you can customize the look and keep every match fresh.

## Rankings

- #87,660 — Overall
- #23 — winner

## Review summary

Overall, players praise Pick-Up Sticks for its fun, challenging gameplay and strong customization options, with a nostalgic, kid-friendly vibe and a simple, approachable design. However, they frequently complain about monetization issues (purchases not unlocking and paid content), limited free content, and unreliable multiplayer connectivity. Additional concerns include imprecise touch controls and unclear instructions. The game is engaging but these recurring issues affect the user experience, particularly around purchases and online play.

### Pros

- Fun, challenging, and addictive gameplay.
- Extensive customization options (stick types, backgrounds, timer, and themes).
- Nostalgic, family-friendly vibe that appeals to kids and adults.
- Simple, accessible design that is easy to learn and pick up.

### Cons

- In-app purchases frequently don't unlock purchased items; content often locked behind paywalls.
- Limited free content; many sticks are locked or require purchases to access.
- Unreliable multiplayer connectivity; difficulty connecting with nearby devices or playing with friends.
- Touch controls can be imprecise and directions unclear, leading to mis-taps.

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