The mobile game Brawl Stars (iOS/Android) is currently skyrocketing in popularity – especially among children. But what kind of game is it?
What is Brawl Stars? Perhaps not everyone knows what to make of the title Brawl Stars, yet it is currently one of the most popular mobile games among younger players.
In the game, players fight alone or in teams in different modes, utilizing the abilities of the so-called Brawlers, which are the game characters.
Each character has special abilities that can be tactically utilized in battles to achieve victory.
Brawl Stars actually relies on a fairly simple gameplay principle, yet it is incredibly successful. The game also enjoys success in the Asian eSports scene.
This is Brawl Stars
What is special about Brawl Stars? Over time, you unlock new game modes, including:
- Gem Grab (3v3) – You must collect 10 gems as a team and prevent enemies from taking them while trying to defeat them.
- Showdown (Solo/Duo) – A kind of battle royale fight. You collect power-ups for the Brawler and must be the last survivor on the map.
- Bounty (3v3) – By taking out opponents, you earn stars, and the team with the most stars wins.
- Heist (3v3) – It is your task to protect your team’s safe while the opposing safe must be cracked.
- Brawl Ball (3v3) – Essentially, you play soccer and must score two goals before the opponents. Fair play isn’t necessarily the rule.
Additionally, unlocking and collecting new Brawlers is a vital element of the game. It sparks the collector’s instinct, and the Brawlers continually offer new, interesting, and tactical options for the matches.
Since when has the game existed? Brawl Stars started on June 15, 2017. It comes from the developer studio Supercell, which has already celebrated successes with Clash of Clans and Hay Day.
How successful is the game? Brawl Stars regularly makes it into the top 10 of the highest-grossing mobile games at SuperData.
In October, the game celebrated its highest monthly revenues since release with $52 million.
Fascination primarily for children
How is the game funded? It is possible to purchase gems with real money. These are used to buy loot boxes.
These loot boxes can contain new Brawlers or upgrades. As it is typical with the loot box mechanic, you never know before purchase what is hidden in one of the boxes.
Why is the game so captivating? Supercell was a sponsor of the G-Star game fair in 2019, and it quickly became evident why. The showcased game Brawl Stars attracted a lot of fans, especially children.
Because this game fascinates children in particular:
- It offers fast-paced, short battles that can be played in between.
- Children especially enjoy the colorful graphics.
- The collector’s instinct is awakened, as new Brawlers or upgrades can always be obtained.
- You can team up with friends to achieve victories together.
- Daily new events motivate continued play.
- Leaderboard rankings allow competition with other players.
- Many “pros” play Brawl Stars – also in eSports – and stream their matches or create videos on YouTube. eSports championships are broadcast live. Children and teenagers want to watch their idols play and emulate them.
How are the ratings? Brawl Stars has a rating of 4.4 out of 5 points in the Google Play Store and 4.7 out of 5 stars in the Apple App Store.
Kalli writes, for example, in the Google Play Store: “I think the app is great! You can easily play with friends and get new Brawlers or coins, etc.”
ThePersonAboveMeIsDumb states in the Apple App Store: “I am currently at 12k trophies and some Brawlers (characters) already put me in the top 200 in Germany (so I have definitely invested my time). I am 100% free to play. I haven’t spent a cent and can still keep up at the top. I have been playing since the global launch in December 2018.”
What are the dangers? Brawl Stars primarily attracts children and raises the topic of loot boxes and children. Children want to collect all the Brawlers and rise in the leaderboards. However, this is often associated with purchasing loot boxes.
Additionally, the teams can create pressure to play more, as children want to achieve as many victories as possible with their friends.
Parents should watch to ensure their children do not overdo it with Brawl Stars and do not spend too much money on loot boxes.
