Game Modes Explained — Gang Beasts Guide

New to Gang Beasts? Let's break down all the wacky game modes and stages, from the precarious Gondola to the chaotic Incinerator. Learn the ropes and start throwing!

Hey there! So you've jumped into the wonderfully weird world of Gang Beasts and are wondering what all the fuss is about with the different ways to play? Don't worry, I've got you covered. Think of this as your friendly guide to all the game modes and stages you'll encounter. Let's dive in! ## Stages This is where the real fun begins! _Gang Beasts_ has a bunch of unique stages, each with its own hazards and ways to, uh, 'incapacitate' your friends. Here's a rundown: ### Gondola Imagine you and your pals are on two window cleaner's gondolas, hanging by cables in front of a skyscraper. There's a rickety wooden plank connecting them. You can climb the cables, and if you and your buddies put in enough effort (or just get lucky!), you can snap those cables and send a gondola plummeting. Just try not to be on it when it happens! ### Grind This stage is shaped like a giant '8' with a metal walkway. Sounds fun, right? Well, surrounding this walkway are massive grinders. If you get too close to the edge, especially on the inside where there are fewer guard rails, you might just get shoved into one. Be careful, because if you're holding onto someone when you fall in, they're coming with you! And nobody wants to be ground up. ### Incinerator This one's a multi-level arena with a conveyor belt leading straight into a giant furnace. There are short guard rails around the furnace, so you can't just waltz in. You'll find all sorts of random objects scattered around – boxes, shelves, you name it. These can be useful for blocking opponents or giving yourself a boost. Keep an eye out for those boxes that occasionally slide onto the conveyor belt. ### Fans (replaced Vents) This stage is all about holes and giant fans. In the center, there's a breakable bridge over the biggest fan. Sometimes, this main fan will switch things up: it might try to suck you in, or it might blast you upwards. That upward blast doesn't last long, so be ready to find some solid ground quickly! ### Trucks Get ready for a high-speed chase! You and your pals are on top of two trucks speeding down a highway. Your job is to push everyone else off while trying to stay on yourself. Watch out for those motorway signs that pop up – you'll need to jump over some and duck under others to avoid getting knocked off. It's a constant battle for balance! ### Containers This stage takes place on two massive shipping containers, suspended high in the air by wires. Just like the gondolas, you can mess with these wires. Break enough, and the container might fall, or at least tilt precariously. You can even try to get inside the container for a bit of cover, making it harder for opponents to reach you. ### Wheel Ever wanted to have a brawl on a Ferris wheel? Now's your chance! You'll start in separate gondolas on a wheel located on a pier. These gondolas don't have doors or windows, and they'll tilt based on who's in them and where they are. The pier itself has loose wooden boards – step on too many, and you'll end up in the water! ### Chutes This stage features three chutes on the floor. During the game, a mysterious pink substance starts falling from above, going through these chutes. You'll have to dodge both the falling goo and your opponents. Be warned: getting hit by the pink stuff can knock you out! If you need a breather, you can climb over the fence in the background to a safer spot. ### Tower Imagine a giant, hollow cylindrical building. That's the Tower stage. There's nothing in the middle, so you'll be fighting around a massive open pit. There's a staircase going down, but if you go too far, the stairs will start to break. Make it back up, and you might just earn a trophy. Fall, though... well, you know. ### Billboards This stage involves fighting on and around large billboards. Expect precarious platforms and plenty of opportunities to get knocked off. ### Buoy Picture this: you're all on a giant buoy, bobbing in the water. It's a slippery situation where staying balanced is key, and a fall means a swim... or worse. ### Blimp Fighting on a blimp? Yep! This stage offers a unique, elevated battlefield where a single misstep can send you plummeting. ### Girders This stage is set on a construction site with lots of exposed girders. It's a maze of beams, offering both pathways and deadly drops. Careful footing is essential here. ### Subway This stage takes place on subway tracks, with trains occasionally speeding by. You'll need to dodge oncoming trains while trying to throw your opponents to their doom. Timing is everything! ### Ring This is your classic wrestling ring. It's a straightforward arena, but don't let its simplicity fool you. The focus here is purely on your brawling skills. Get ready for some intense one-on-one (or many-on-many) action! And that's the lowdown on the stages in _Gang Beasts_! Each one offers a fresh, chaotic challenge. Now go out there, grab your friends, and start the mayhem!