Stick War: Legacy is the modern version of Max Games Studios' famous Flash strategy game Stick War, first released in 2009. The Legacy edition launched in 2016 with improved visuals and extra modes. Set in the world of Inamorta, where every nation worships a single weapon, you lead the Order Empire, a nation that believes in mastering all of them, in a campaign to unite the land.
How to Play Stick War: Legacy: Rules and Objectives
Each battle takes place on a side-scrolling field with your statue on the left and the enemy's on the right. Train units, gather gold and destroy the enemy statue while protecting your own. You can command your army as a group or take direct control of any single unit.
- Miners: Collect gold from ore deposits, which pays for every other unit. More miners means a faster-growing army.
- Swordwrath: Cheap, fast swordsmen ideal for early pressure.
- Archidons: Archers that deal damage from behind your front line.
- Spearton, Magikill and Giants: Shielded spearmen, powerful wizards and huge club-wielding giants unlock as the campaign progresses.
- Army Stances: Defend keeps units near your base, Garrison hides them in your castle, and Attack sends them forward.
Controls and Movement Guide
- Train Units: Click the unit icons at the top of the screen.
- Army Commands: Click the Defend, Garrison and Attack buttons.
- Control a Unit: Click any of your units to take direct control; move with A / D or the arrow keys and click to attack.
- Scroll the Battlefield: Move the mouse to the screen edges or use the arrow keys.
- Mobile / Touchscreen: Tap unit icons and use the on-screen joystick when controlling a unit.
Proven Strategies and Pro Tips
- Build Miners First: Training extra miners in the opening minutes gives a big gold advantage later.
- Defend, Then Counterattack: Let the enemy run into your defensive line near your statue, then switch to Attack once their wave breaks.
- Control Archers Manually: Taking direct control of an Archidon lets you aim headshots that deal much more damage.
- Upgrade at the Right Time: Spend gems and upgrades on units you use most, such as Spearton shields or Magikill spells.
Cognitive and Educational Benefits
- Economic Strategy: Balancing workers and soldiers mirrors real-world resource trade-offs.
- Tactical Thinking: Choosing when to defend or attack trains timing and risk assessment.
- Multitasking: Managing an economy while directing battles builds the ability to juggle priorities.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What game modes does Stick War: Legacy have?
Besides the main campaign, Legacy adds an endless defense mode against waves of zombies and a tournament mode, giving plenty of replay value.
Can I play Stick War: Legacy on a school Chromebook?
Yes. It runs directly in the browser with no installation needed.
Does the game save my campaign?
Campaign progress and upgrades are stored in browser storage on your device.