Brawl Stars Beginner's Guide 2025

Brawl Stars is an intense multiplayer game that has retained the top spot in the list of most popular mobile games since its debut. With various Brawler options, game modes, and different mechanics, the game caters to the needs of both casual and Pro players.

Brawl Stars can be quite competitive, so if the players know the basics it will help them in the long run of the game. So, without wasting further time, let's follow LDShop to dive into the basics of the game, which will also act as a guide for beginners who have recently started.

Starting with the Game

When the player enters the game, they will be forced to complete a tutorial as the default Brawler, who is also known as Shelly. This mandatory tutorial will teach basic movements, attacking, aiming, and Super usage.

Apart from this, the player will also play a practice match against some AI bots to get adjusted to the game and its mechanics.

Basic Control for the players in Brawl Stars

Control	Function
Left Joystick	Helps to move the brawler
Right Joystick	Shoots normal ATKs
Yellow Joystick	Activates and aims the Super ability
Green Joystick	Activates Equipment (unlocked at Power Level 7)

 

Super Abilities and Status Bar in Brawl Stars

Super Abilities

Each and every Brawler has a unique Super Ability, which can be charged by hitting enemies. These Super Abilities can be game-changing if used wisely. As these skills let the player deal massive damage to healing, and even crowd control. So make sure to plan out the moves in advance to make the most of it, as the Super meter doesn't reset when the character respawns.

Status Bar in Brawl Stars

Status Bar	Description
Health Bar	The main function is to display the Brawler’s current Health.
Ammo Bar	Displays the current available attacks for the player.
Ability Timer	Supers, Gadgets, or status effects might show up as additional bars when in use.

Gadgets, Star Powers, and Gears in Brawl Stars

Item	Unlock Requirement	Effects
Gadgets	Power Level 7	Active ability which can be used 3 times per match, and has a cooldown between each turn.
Star Powers	Power Level 9	Passive ability that will enhance the Brawler’s strength.
Gears	Power Level 10	Permanent Upgrades like Speed buff or more.

Power Levels and Hypercharge in Brawl Stars

Power Levels

When the players start the game, they usually start from Power Level 1, which can be upgraded to Power Level 11 by using Power Points and Coins.

With higher power levels, exclusive items get unlocked and those are as follows:

• Power Level 7 unlocks Gadgets.
• Power Level 9 will unlock the powerful Star Powers.
• Finally, Power Level 10 will unlock the Gears.

Hypercharge Activation in Brawl Stars

Hypercharge is the newest powerup, which is a game-changing ability recently introduced for a few selective Brawlers.

The Hypercharge buffs are as follows:

• Boosted Speed.
• Boosted Damage output.
• Boosted Shield Strength.

Game Modes and Events in Brawl Stars

Brawl Stars features a variety of game modes and each event offers different objectives and rewards. Battles usually start in the Brawl Tab and can lead to a maximum of seven events available at a time. These events are usually time-limited, so the players need to understand the mechanics fast and improve their performance. Players can also buy Brawl Stars gems for smoother progress in the game. The best platform to make the top-up is LDShop because it lets players top up for less and it is a great way to save money.

The different game modes and events are mentioned below:

Game Mode/ Events	Description of the Game Mode/ Event
Showdown	Showdown is a battle royal mode where the players compete to collect cubes to power themselves up while eliminating their foes.
Brawl Ball	Brawl Ball is a football-style 3v3 mode, where a team needs to score two goals against their opponents to secure victory.
Bounty	Bounty is another 3v3 mode, where one team needs to collect stars by eliminating their opponents. And by the end of the timer, the team with the most stars wins the game.
Heist	Heist is a game mode where one team needs to attack their enemies' safe while protecting their own. If none of the safes is destroyed completely, then the one who dealt the most damage wins the round.
Hot Zone	Hot Zone is a control-based game mode, where players need to stand in a marked area to collect points.
Siege	Siege is a unique mode, where teams collect bolts to create a powerful robot that will attack their enemy's base.
Knockout	Knockout is a 3v3 elimination game mode, where a defeated Brawler does not respawn. The team that secures the first two rounds secures the victory as well.
Duels	Duels are the ultimate 1v1 mode, where each player is allowed to select 3 of their best Brawlers and fight against each other until all the Brawlers of a player are eliminated.
Gem Grab	Gem Grab is another 3v3 mode, where teams need to collect gems that spawn in the center of the map, and the team that can hold on to 10 gems for 15 seconds wins the game. If a player gets eliminated, they will drop all their holdings. Stay cautious of the surroundings.

Conclusion

Brawl Stars is an engaging multiplayer title that offers a unique experience for both new and seasoned players. By mastering the basics beginners can quickly adapt to the current meta of the game. And with regular practice, players would be able to unlock various powerful items like Gadgets, Star Powers, Gears, and Hypercharge.