On September 5, 2025, Stick Battles officially launched its highly anticipated Update 13. This update brings a host of fresh content that enriches the gameplay, from a unique new character to a cosmetic system that personalizes the combat experience. Unlike seasonal events, all content in this update is permanent, giving players unlimited time to explore all the new features.
Here is a complete summary of everything new brought by Stick Battles Update 13.
Engineer Stick: Deploy Turrets for Tactical Power
The headline addition is the arrival of the Engineer Stick, a new character that offers a tactical and defensive playstyle.
How to Unlock: The Engineer Stick can be purchased for 21,500 Credits from its podium located in the Stick Area, specifically near the right-side conveyor belt.
Unique Ability: True to its name, the Engineer Stick has the special ability to place a turret anywhere on the map.
How the Turret Works: Once placed, the turret will automatically lock onto and fire at the nearest enemy within its range.
Strategy: This ability allows players to get passive eliminations or weaken opponents before delivering a finishing blow, making it perfect for players who enjoy area control strategies.
Kill Effects Shop: Personalize Your Victory
This update also permanently adds the Kill Effects Shop to the hub area. This shop allows players to buy special visual effects that will appear every time they successfully get a kill on an opponent.
These effects can only be purchased using Stars, a currency that can be earned for free by battling in the arenas. The four new effects added are:
Explosion (Rarity: Common) – Price: 450 Stars
Droplet (Rarity: Rare) – Price: 950 Stars
Impact (Rarity: Epic) – Price: 1,500 Stars
Pixel Explosion (Rarity: Legendary) – Price: 2,000 Stars
Free Stars Code and Bug Fixes
To help players collect Stars and buy the new effects, the developers included a new redeemable code.
Redeem Code:
starsReward: Redeeming this code will give players 100 free Stars.
Alongside the new content, Update 13 also focused on quality-of-life improvements by fixing several reported bugs, thereby enhancing overall stability and performance for a smoother gameplay experience.
FAQ
Q: How much does the new Engineer Stick cost?
A: The Engineer Stick costs 21,500 Credits and is purchased from its podium in the Stick Area.
Q: What does the Engineer Stick’s ability do?
A: It allows you to place an automated turret that attacks nearby enemies, perfect for area control and defensive play.
Q: What is the free code for Update 13 and what does it give?
A: The free code is stars. Redeeming it will give you 100 Stars to use in the new Kill Effects Shop.
Q: How do I get more Stars?
A: Stars are earned for free by playing and winning battles in the game’s various arenas.
Q: Are the new Kill Effects and Engineer Stick permanent?
A: Yes! Unlike seasonal content, everything in Update 13, including the Engineer Stick and Kill Effects Shop, is a permanent addition to the game.
Conclusion
Stick Battles Update 13 is not just a temporary addition but a significant permanent expansion. The arrival of the Engineer Stick introduces a new and tactical gameplay meta, while the Kill Effects Shop provides a long-term goal for players to collect Stars and personalize their victory moments.
With its accompanying bug fixes, this update successfully adds depth and enjoyment without compromising the core quality of the existing game. All players can enjoy all the new features at any time, making Update 13 a fixed and valuable part of the Stick Battles experience.