Take Me Out to the Brawl Game

Sydney Lee

If you’ve walked through the hallways or sat in the cafeteria recently, you’ve probably seen students huddled over their horizontally held phones, furiously tapping and swiping. Chances are, they’re playing Brawl Stars, the seemingly simple mobile game that has become so popular among OCSA students in recent years.

At its core, Brawl Stars has mastered the art of keeping players hooked by being fast-paced and exciting. Each game lasts only a few minutes, making it perfect for short breaks between classes or even those sneaky moments during class—though, of course, no one here condones that! The instant gratification of winning a match, collecting rewards or unlocking new characters known as “brawlers” keeps players coming back, often for “just one more round,” which quickly turns into five.

But it’s not only the short, fast-paced gameplay that pulls players in, but also the constant progression. Whether it’s unlocking brawlers with different abilities, gaining trophies for each win, or climbing the ranks in competitive modes, there is always something to work toward. This sense of progression elicits a feeling of accomplishment, even if the climb is slow. The fact that every game feels one step closer to the next big achievement makes it almost impossible for users to stop playing.

Another factor that contributes to Brawl Stars’s addictiveness is the social aspect. The game’s popular multiplayer format allows players to team up with or compete against friends. Students team up during lunch and passing periods to gain trophies and fight against each other in friendly battles. Brawl Stars is no longer just a game, but also a shared experience that fuels friendships and rivalries alike.