Background

Stick Merge, developed by TinyDobbins (also behind Monkey Mart and Stick Defenders), combines the popular merge-puzzle mechanic with stick-figure action combat — merging matching soldier units to create stronger ones, then deploying that upgraded army into battle. That hybrid of merge-puzzle progression with active combat gives it more variety than a pure merge game or a pure shooter alone.

Merge-and-battle hybrids like this create a satisfying two-part loop: the strategic puzzle of merging efficiently, followed by the payoff of watching your carefully merged units perform in combat, which reinforces the value of smart merging decisions.

How to Play

• Merge matching stick-figure soldiers to create stronger, higher-tier units.
• Manage limited space, merging strategically to build the strongest army possible.
• Deploy your merged soldiers into combat against waves of enemies.
• Progress through levels or waves as your army grows stronger.

Goal & Purpose

The objective is to build the strongest possible army through strategic merging, then use that army to clear waves of enemies and progress further into the game.

Why Play Stick Merge

Its combination of merge-puzzle strategy and combat payoff makes for engaging, layered gameplay. GBK Games also has Stick Defenders for another combat-strategy hybrid from the same developer.