This article provides a detailed overview of the unique mechanics and obstacles in the game, designed to challenge players and add strategic depth. Here's everything you need to know to master these mechanics:
- Chain
Chains are obstacles used to block specific areas for stickmen. They can be placed horizontally or vertically and may come in different colors within the same level. To unlock a chain, players must send a stickman holding the key of the corresponding chain color. - Pin
Pins are barriers that block passengers' movement. To remove a pin, players must first move all the passengers standing in front of it. Once the path is clear, the pin disappears, allowing progress. - Reserved Passengers
Reserved passengers are marked with an "R" symbol and can only board buses that are similarly flagged. This feature introduces a tactical challenge, requiring players to carefully guide these passengers to the correct buses. - Secret Passengers
Secret passengers are hidden and can only be revealed by clearing the passengers adjacent to them. Once their colors are visible, players can incorporate them into their strategy. - Cloaks
Cloaked passengers add a unique twist to the game. Each tap alternates between covering and uncovering them. They can only move when uncloaked, requiring players to carefully track their status to release them at the right time. - Tunnel
Tunnels hold a certain number of passengers, releasing them one by one as you progress. The color of the passengers inside the tunnel remains hidden, adding an element of unpredictability to your strategy. - Glass Tunnel
Glass tunnels also hold a specific number of passengers, but unlike regular tunnels, the color of the next passenger is visible. This transparency allows players to plan their moves more effectively. - Ice
Iced passengers are surrounded by ice and require four moves to be freed. At least one side of the iced passenger must be open to break the ice. With each move, the ice starts to crack, and after four moves, the passenger is ready to be used. - Bomb
Bomb passengers come with a timer that counts down. If the timer reaches zero before the passenger is moved, it will explode, causing the player to lose the level. Players must prioritize these passengers to avoid failure. - Ropes
Ropes tie up passengers, restricting their movement. To free them, players must move the two passengers positioned next to the tied-up passenger, untying the ropes and allowing progress. - Holding Hands
Passengers holding hands require careful planning. The number of slots they occupy corresponds to the number of passengers in the chain. Moving one will automatically move the others, so players need to think ahead to use them effectively. - Bridge
The Bridge is an obstacle that blocks a specific area, preventing stickmen from passing through. To build it, players must send the required number of stickmen carrying wood. Once built, stickmen can cross, opening new strategic opportunities. - Locked Area
Locked Area is a hidden and locked section within the game area. To unlock it, players simply need to send the required number of stickmen in the matching color shown on the counter. When unlocked, new stickmen and obstacles appear, requiring players to rethink their strategy. - Slinky
Slinky is an obstacle that moves only horizontally and in a single direction. When the stickman standing in the moving direction of the slinky is sent to the bus, the slinky moves into the tile that the stickman vacated. If there are more empty tiles ahead in the same direction, the slinky continues sliding through them. It blocks the tile it stops on. When the slinky reaches a wall or the end of the area, it disappears. - Ivy
Ivy is an obstacle on certain stickmen with a countdown mechanic. When a neighboring stickman is sent to the bus, the Ivy countdown begins. If not cleared before the countdown hits zero, all stickmen of the same color become covered in Ivy. To clear Ivy, at least one side needs to be cleared. Once cleared, Ivy disappears in three moves, and the stickman becomes sendable again. - These mechanics are designed to challenge players and encourage creative problem-solving. Mastering these elements will help you navigate levels and enhance your overall gameplay experience.