Stick Rush

What is Stick Rush?

Stick Rush is an action game you can play in a web browser. You enter an arena, fight waves of enemies, collect gold, and use that gold to unlock new rooms and defenses. As you clear more waves, you unlock stronger weapons and keep upgrading them as you progress.

At its core, Stick Rush is a loop of action and choices. The action is dodging and surviving each wave. The choices are what you buy with gold and when you start the next wave. That mix gives Stick Rush a satisfying rhythm even for short play sessions.

You might see the name used in other places, but this guide focuses on the browser version by EasyCats, built around wave survival and local multiplayer on the same computer.

Play Stick Rush in your browser on electricman.org

You can play Stick Rush directly on electricman.org. The game runs online in your browser, so you can start quickly and stop anytime without an install step. The wave format makes it easy to play for five minutes or for a longer run, depending on your mood.

Desktop experience

On a computer, Stick Rush feels smooth and clear. A larger screen makes it easier to watch the arena edges, spot incoming enemies, and react before you get surrounded. Local multiplayer is also simplest on a desktop setup, since two players can share one machine.

Mobile experience

Stick Rush can be played on phones and tablets too. If movement feels slippery on touch, use smaller, steadier drags. Also close extra tabs, because browser games run best when your device has free memory.

Stick Rush controls

The controls are designed to stay simple while the waves get harder.

Movement

You can move with WASD or the arrow keys. You can also move by clicking and dragging with the mouse. Try both and keep the method that helps you dodge with less panic.

Starting waves and equipping weapons

Press F to start the next wave. This gives you a moment between fights to review your gold and make a purchase. Press Spacebar to equip a weapon. If you unlock something new, switch weapons and learn its feel early, before the waves get crowded.

Playing with a friend

Stick Rush supports local multiplayer on the same computer. If you play together, talk through the plan between waves. One player can focus on keeping enemies busy while the other watches gold and pushes upgrades that help both of you survive.

Where Stick Rush comes from

Stick Rush was created by EasyCats, a developer and publisher of free web games. Knowing the creator helps you understand the design goals. Stick Rush is built for quick loading, clear controls, and replay value. Instead of a long story, it leans on the wave loop, upgrade choices, and the thrill of getting a little farther each run.

How to win more runs in Stick Rush

The biggest beginner mistake is treating gold like something to hoard forever. Gold exists so you can turn a scary wave into a manageable wave. Since you earn gold from defeated enemies and spend it to unlock rooms and defenses, smart spending is how you build momentum.

A simple rule is to buy safety first. If an upgrade gives you more space, better defense, or a clearer path through the level, it often saves your run later. Unlocking rooms and defenses can change the arena flow, giving you places to retreat when the next wave begins.

Saving gold also has a place. Every wave you beat moves you toward stronger weapons, and those weapons can be upgraded without a strict limit. Stronger damage shortens fights, which lowers the chance of mistakes. The balance is to save only when you are confident you can survive the next wave with what you already have.

Movement is your second resource. Keep an escape lane in your mind. Avoid standing in tight corners unless you have a clear reason. When enemies start to cluster, move earlier instead of waiting for a last second dodge. Stick Rush rewards calm movement far more than risky hero plays.

Common mistakes to avoid

In Stick Rush, many runs end for the same reasons. Players start a new wave too early, even though they still have gold to spend. Others spend everything on damage and ignore defenses, then get trapped when the arena fills up. Some players chase every enemy and forget to protect their own space. A safer plan is to protect one area, pull enemies into it, and keep an exit open.

In two player runs, avoid standing on top of each other. If both players get cornered together, one mistake can end the run fast. Spread out, keep enemies split, and regroup only when you need to defend the same spot.

Use the time between waves well. Since you decide when to start the next wave with F, you can pause, breathe, and plan your next purchase. That one habit alone makes Stick Rush feel more controllable.

Stick Rush FAQ

Is Stick Rush free?

Yes. Stick Rush is offered as a free browser game, so you can start playing without paying to enter.

Do I need to download Stick Rush?

No. The browser version runs online and loads inside your web browser.

Can I play Stick Rush on mobile?

Yes. Stick Rush works on computers and on mobile devices like phones and tablets.

Can I play Stick Rush with two players?

Yes. Stick Rush supports local multiplayer on the same computer.

What if the game feels slow?

Close extra tabs, restart the browser, and make sure you are on a stable connection. Browser games often improve when the device has more free resources.

Where to play Stick Rush

If you want to jump in right now, play Stick Rush on electricman.org. Start with a few quick runs, learn the movement options, and experiment with upgrades. After a couple sessions, you will feel the rhythm and understand why Stick Rush keeps pulling players back for one more wave.