Welcome to Stick Jump! This guide will teach you everything you need to know to master the art of precision jumping.

🎮 Basic Controls

Desktop: Press and hold the left mouse button to extend the stick. Release to drop it.

Mobile: Touch and hold anywhere on the screen to extend. Release to drop.

📊 How Scoring Works

Each successfully crossed platform earns you 1 point. Your goal? Survive as long as possible and reach the highest score. Simple concept, challenging execution!

🎯 The Core Mechanic

The stick extends from your current platform. The longer you hold, the longer it grows. When you release, it falls forward. Land perfectly on the next platform to continue.

Perfect Landing

Your stick must touch the next platform. Too short, and you fall into the gap. Too long, and you overshoot. Finding that sweet spot is the heart of Stick Jump.

💡 Beginner Tips

1. Visual Estimation

Before extending your stick, look at the gap. Try to visualize the required stick length. This pre-planning helps tremendously.

2. Consistent Timing

The stick extends at a constant speed. Count in your head ("one-one-thousand, two-one-thousand...") to develop timing consistency.

3. Start Conservative

When learning, aim for the near edge of platforms rather than the far edge. It's better to just barely make it than to confidently overshoot.

4. Watch the Pattern

Platforms follow patterns. After a few games, you'll start recognizing common gap sizes. Use this knowledge!

5. Don't Rush

Stick Jump isn't a race. Take your time calculating each jump. The game will wait for you.

🏆 Advanced Strategies

The Reference Point Method

Pick a visual reference on your screen (like a corner or edge). When the stick tip reaches that point, you know it's a certain length. This creates consistency.

Platform Width Awareness

Platforms vary in width. Wider platforms are more forgiving – you have more landing space. Narrow platforms require precision. Adjust your confidence accordingly.

The Rhythm Technique

Some players develop a rhythm: extend-pause-release-repeat. This rhythmic approach can help maintain consistency over long runs.

Muscle Memory

After enough attempts, your hand develops muscle memory for common distances. Trust this instinct, especially under pressure.

🎓 Pro Tips

"Focus on the gap, not your score." - Checking your score mid-game breaks concentration. Focus only on the next jump.

"Breathe." - Holding your breath causes tension. Steady breathing keeps you relaxed and improves judgment.

"Learn from failures." - When you fall, ask: "Too long or too short?" This feedback loop is how you improve.

"Take breaks." - If you're getting frustrated, step away for a few minutes. Fresh eyes help.

🐛 Troubleshooting

Inconsistent Results?

Make sure you're not moving the mouse/finger while holding. Keep it steady – only the duration of your hold matters.

Getting Worse Over Time?

This is fatigue. Your judgment gets worse when tired. Take a 5-minute break every 15 minutes of play.

Can't Beat Your Record?

Plateaus are normal. Sometimes you need to play worse for a while to play better later. Your brain is consolidating learning.

📱 Mobile-Specific Tips

Screen Position: Hold your device at a comfortable angle where you can see the entire game area clearly.

Finger Placement: Touch anywhere on screen – you don't need to touch the stick itself. Find a comfortable spot that doesn't block your view.

Battery: Stick Jump is lightweight, but if your device gets hot, performance can suffer. Keep it cool!

🎮 Practice Drills

Drill 1: Same Distance Repetition

In your mind, pick a "medium" distance. Try to make 10 jumps in a row that feel like the same length. This builds timing consistency.

Drill 2: Calibration Round

Play one game where you intentionally aim short on every jump. Then play one where you aim long. This helps you find the middle ground.

Drill 3: No-Look Release

Look at the gap, estimate the distance, close your eyes, extend and release based purely on feel. This develops intuition.

🧠 Mental Game

Stick Jump is as much mental as physical. Anxiety causes rushed decisions. Overconfidence causes careless mistakes. Find that calm, focused state where you're engaged but not stressed.

When you make a great jump, don't celebrate yet – the next jump is coming. When you make a bad jump but survive, don't dwell on it – reset and focus forward.

🎯 Setting Goals

Instead of vague "get better," set specific targets:

Celebrate these milestones! They're genuine accomplishments.

✨ Final Wisdom

Stick Jump rewards patience, precision, and practice. Every player started where you are now. With consistent play, you'll develop an intuition for distances that seems almost magical to new players.

Don't compare yourself to others – compare yourself to yesterday's you. Are you making progress? That's all that matters.

Now get out there and show those platforms who's boss!