# StickWars Lite

> Fast-paced action strategy game for defending a kingdom against stick figures. (iPhone/iPad app by John E. Hartzog.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stickwars-lite/id309528712 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [John E. Hartzog](https://appshunter.io/developer/309527807)
- Category: Games, Entertainment, Action, Casual
- Price: Free
- Rating: 3.70/5 from 162 App Store ratings · 336 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 12+
- Requires: iOS 8.0 · 19 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2009-04-01
- Data updated: 2026-08-15
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stickwars-lite/id309528712/reviews.md

## What is StickWars Lite?

StickWars is a fast-paced, action-packed game that requires lightning-fast fingers and cunning strategy. Defend your kingdom against the invading stick figure army. 

Tap, flick, and shake your way to victory in the top castle defense game for iPhone/iPod touch. 

FEATURES
- Unlimited rounds. Play until you’re defeated.
- Shake to deploy bombers, and again to detonate!
- Use multi-touch to command your wizards, casting meteors and other spells.
- Use captured stick figures to build up defense.
- Two free StickWars Ultimate Challenge games.

WHY UPGRADE TO PAID VERSION?
- Paid has unlimited rounds (Free has 20).
- No between-level ads in Paid version.

## Key features

- Unlimited rounds (in paid version)
- Shake to deploy bombers
- Multi-touch spell casting
- Use captured figures for defense
- Top castle defense gameplay

## What do users think of StickWars Lite?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 🚀 Nostalgic and fun
- 👍 Simple and easy to play
- 🎮 Great gameplay
- 💯 Addictive and engaging

**Cons**

- 🔒 Limited free version
- 💰 Paywall for full access
- 🐛 Crashes and freezes
- 🙄 Repetitive and short

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Crashes after completing levels
- Unresponsive controls
- Incompatibility with newer devices

**Most requested features**

- More levels and content
- Multiplayer mode
- Improved graphics and visuals
- Ability to save progress

## Recent user reviews (10 of 336)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stickwars-lite/id309528712/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Sadece İlk Bölümü Oynatıyor

*2025-12-22, version 1.9.0*

Yaani Biraz Arbatmışsınız..

### 5/5 — Oh my word

*2024-12-07, version 1.9.0*

I’ve been searching for this game for ages. I knew all about it but never knew the name. I haven’t played the game since I was like 4, but now I’ve finally discovered it again!

### 2/5 — Love the game but I will never pay for full access.

*2022-07-12, version 1.9.0*

This should be free it’s decades old and is a classic.

### 3/5 — This game is good but what happened to its sequels?

*2022-03-09, version 1.9.0*

I started off playing stick wars 2 when I was younger and I loved it. So simple yet so much fun. Same with stick wars 3. I wish they were still on the AppStore. I’ve been searching for ways to play them with no avail. Please bring them back :(

### 5/5 — Oldie but a goodie

*2021-09-28, version 1.9.0*

Had to revisit this game after years of not playing it, originally had it on my iPod touch and enjoyed it so much.

### 2/5 — That Rule was stupid

*2021-08-14, version 1.9.0*

I shouldn’t have to pay money to get past level to share it’s pretty cheap but I still don’t wanna pay money really that’s weird

### 5/5 — ✨NOSTALGIA💥!!! GREAT MEMORIES

*2021-03-31, version 1.9.0*

Wooooow I can’t believe I remembered this game it was so fun and cool and not hard nor complicated at all!! I would play this game many years ago on my little cousins Ipod xD and now I am 20 years old and about to get into it Again!!! This is exciting. I would love if this game got more updates now that we’re in the future so that they could keep up with the game. ¡¡¡ T I P !!! For the ads is to turn off your WiFi while you play!

### 5/5 — Good game with lots of unreached potential

*2021-03-28, version 1.9.0*

Honestly, I really love this game, and it has a whole lot of potential that I’m sad to think won’t be reached.  Here’s an example
This game is called StickWars. In the background, you can see castles. You could say those are the invading kingdoms. Your castle was derelict and abandoned, leading the other kingdoms to believe it would be easy picking. But the king captured their own men and used them against them, while killing all of their men himself. After StickWars 1, the enemies give up the siege and return home. In what could be called StickWars 2, you are the king. You lead a siege against the enemy kingdoms, taking care of their camps as you go. You unlock battle machines and better units. Archers to counter their own, your own dragons, etc. And then boom, you win after a while. You take their kingdoms and your kingdom flourishes, the end. There could be so much more that I’m sad won’t be seen

### 1/5 — Not working

*2020-12-19, version 1.9.0*

It won’t even let me play

### 5/5 — Nastoga

*2020-11-08, version 1.9.0*

I remember when this first came out I played on the og iPod and I forgot the name but I finally found it

## Frequently asked questions about StickWars Lite

### What is StickWars Lite?

StickWars Lite is a fast-paced action and strategy game where players defend their kingdom from an invading stick figure army. It involves tapping, flicking, and shaking to control defenses and cast spells.

### What are the key features of StickWars Lite?

Key features include the ability to shake your device to deploy bombers, use multi-touch gestures to cast spells like meteors, and utilize captured stick figures to strengthen your defenses. The game offers unlimited rounds in the paid version.

### Is StickWars Lite free to play?

StickWars Lite is free to play, offering a core gameplay experience. However, the free version has a limit of 20 rounds, and may display ads between levels, which are removed in the paid version.

### What devices is StickWars Lite compatible with?

The description mentions it is the top castle defense game for iPhone/iPod touch, suggesting compatibility with Apple's mobile devices.

### What is the main objective of the game?

The main objective is to defend your kingdom against waves of invading stick figure armies. Players must strategically use their available actions and defenses to survive as long as possible.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.9.0 — 2017-08-07

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

- 64 bit compatibility
- Updated frameworks

### 1.8.9 — 2013-09-20

- Fixed bug in transferring saved game from lite to paid version
- Corrected application icon

### 1.8.8 — 2013-06-15

-Removed OpenFeint
-Fixed crash bugs

### 1.8.5 — 2010-09-07

- Fixed occasional freezes on iOS 4.
 - Native application for iPad as a universal binary. No more black bars around game!
 - Improved multitasking support for iOS 4…pick up your game exactly where you left off, even mid-level.
 - New wizard fireball spell animation.
 - Game now automatically rotates with your device.
 - Higher resolution icons and splash screens for iPad and iPhone 4.
 - Added leaderboards for all challenges.
 - Updated new game menu UI.

 - Using iAds as default.
 - Updated end-of-lite message to tell player he can transfer save game to paid version.

### 1.8.4 — 2010-07-31

- You can now export your saved game from StickWars Lite to StickWars paid! This will function when StickWars paid v1.8.4 is live.

 - Increased rounds in Lite version to 25. 
 - Added multitasking support for iOS 4…pick up your game exactly where you left off, even mid-level.
 - Moved OpenFeint notice bar to the top of the screen.
 - OpenFeint approval screen no longer pops up right after install.
 - Enabled access to OpenFeint forums and chats.

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All apps by John E. Hartzog: https://appshunter.io/developer/309527807

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