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Stickman: Waves Of Doom

Review · Action · Linux · macOS · PC

Stickman: Waves Of Doom

By the LumiKin editors

Reviewed: 06 Jun 2026

Linux · macOS · PC

Relevation Studios · 2025

LumiScore

54/100

Good

Growth (BDS)

40

Risk (RIS)

18

Daily limit

90min

Age guidance

—

Developmental benefits

B1Cognitive
0.52
B2Social-emotional
0.03
B3Motor
0.65

Stickman: Waves Of Doom offers engaging action and strategic depth through its dynamic upgrade system and challenging horde-survival gameplay. Players can develop problem-solving skills by adapting builds and improving reaction times to overcome increasingly difficult waves of enemies. The permanent progression system provides a satisfying sense of accomplishment and encourages learning from each attempt.

Design risks

R1Dopamine pressure
0.40
R2Monetization
0.00
R3Social risk
0.00

While lacking direct monetization or social risks, the game's 'Fight, Die, Upgrade, Repeat' loop and variable rewards from temporary upgrades could foster a mild sense of escalating commitment. The constant combat and 'waves of doom' theme may present a moderate level of violence and mild fear/horror for some players.

Heads up

  • Monthly spendTypical real-money spend by engaged players: $0–0/mo.
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Parents ask…

Is Stickman: Waves Of Doom safe for kids?

LumiKin gives Stickman: Waves Of Doom a LumiScore of 54/100. It offers solid benefits but needs parental guidance on the risks.

How long should kids play Stickman: Waves Of Doom?

LumiKin's recommended play time for Stickman: Waves Of Doom is Up to 90 min/day, calibrated to the game's dopamine, monetization, and social-pressure profile.

What are the main risks of Stickman: Waves Of Doom?

While lacking direct monetization or social risks, the game's 'Fight, Die, Upgrade, Repeat' loop and variable rewards from temporary upgrades could foster a mild sense of escalating commitment. The constant combat and 'waves of doom' theme may present a moderate level of violence and mild fear/horror for some players.