What is Stick Monkey?
Stick Monkey is a casual game where players control a monkey who must cross gaps between platforms by creating sticks that bridge the spaces. The key challenge lies in determining the correct length of the stick—too short or too long, and the monkey will fall. The game’s straightforward mechanics and increasing difficulty make it both easy to pick up and hard to master.
Game Concept
The core concept of Stick Monkey revolves around helping the monkey safely cross from one platform to another by stretching sticks to the right length. The game is set against a minimalist backdrop, often featuring a series of platforms floating in the air, with the monkey standing on one platform and needing to reach the next.
Rules
- Stick Length: The primary rule is to accurately measure the length of the stick needed to bridge the gap between platforms. If the stick is too short, the monkey will fall before reaching the next platform. If it’s too long, the stick will extend beyond the platform, causing the monkey to fall off.
- Platform Gaps: The distance between platforms varies, requiring careful judgment and timing to get the stick’s length right.
- Scoring: Players earn points for each successful crossing. The farther you go, the higher your score.
- Endless Gameplay: The game typically features endless levels, where the goal is to get as far as possible before making a mistake. The game ends when the monkey falls.
How to Play
- Start the Game: Begin by tapping or clicking the screen to start. The monkey will be standing on the first platform.
- Stretch the Stick: Hold down on the screen to start stretching the stick. The stick will grow longer as long as you hold down, so timing and releasing at the right moment are crucial.
- Judge the Distance: Use your judgment to determine when to release your hold, making the stick fall and (hopefully) land perfectly on the next platform.
- Cross the Gap: If the stick is the right length, the monkey will safely cross to the next platform. If not, the monkey will fall, and the game will end.
- Continue Crossing: Successfully crossing platforms allows you to continue playing and rack up a higher score. The gaps between platforms may vary in difficulty, requiring increasingly precise judgment.
- Compete for High Scores: The objective is to achieve the highest possible score by successfully crossing as many platforms as possible.
