Kitka Games put Stumble Guys on Steam on 7 October 2021 and Scopely publishes it now. Thirty two players start each match and successive rounds cut the field to one across an obstacle course library the store puts at more than 60 maps. Steam reviews sit at 82 percent positive over roughly 33,000 ratings, and cross play links the Steam build to the mobile versions.
Your choice of equipment defines your damage output and playstyle. This guide ranks every major option, explains what makes each one strong, and tells you which builds they pair best with.
Equipment Rankings
| Equipment | Tier | Best For | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Punch | S | Narrow platforms, elimination maps and clearing the player standing on the tile you need. | Launches an opponent into the air and often straight off the map. |
| Shield | A | The final stretch of a race and any moment you are surrounded by aggressive players. | Wraps your stumbler in a sphere that stops you being stumbled, though you can still be pushed around. |
| Banana | A | Chokepoints, ramp entrances and slowing anyone chasing you down a corridor. | Throws a peel onto the ground that stumbles whoever touches it for a few seconds. |
| Invisibility | B | Crossing a crowded start line or a bridge section where everyone is swinging. | Makes you invisible for a short window so opponents cannot line up a hit on you. |
| Block Throw | B | Players who want one offensive slot rather than two, freeing space for Shield and Invisibility. | Produces a block you can either throw at an opponent like a banana or use up close like a punch. |
S-Tier: Punch
Launches an opponent into the air and often straight off the map. It is the highest impact offensive ability in the game and the one most likely to decide a final round.
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Tier | S |
| Best For | Narrow platforms, elimination maps and clearing the player standing on the tile you need. |
| Key Mechanic | 32 player knockout rounds |
| Recommended Build | Front Runner |
How to get it: Available from mid-game onward. See our walkthrough for the exact progression point.
Best builds using Punch: Pairs naturally with Front Runner thanks to how their stat scaling lines up.
A-Tier: Shield
Wraps your stumbler in a sphere that stops you being stumbled, though you can still be pushed around. It buys a few seconds of immunity rather than making you immovable.
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Tier | A |
| Best For | The final stretch of a race and any moment you are surrounded by aggressive players. |
| Key Mechanic | Four ability loadout |
| Recommended Build | Slipstream Chaser |
How to get it: Accessible in the early-to-mid game. Check our maps guide for the location.
Best builds using Shield: Pairs naturally with Slipstream Chaser thanks to how their stat scaling lines up.
A-Tier: Banana
Throws a peel onto the ground that stumbles whoever touches it for a few seconds. It costs the cheapest tier of Ability Keys, so it is usually one of the first abilities a new player owns.
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Tier | A |
| Best For | Chokepoints, ramp entrances and slowing anyone chasing you down a corridor. |
| Key Mechanic | Ability Keys and Ability Tokens |
| Recommended Build | Contact Brawler |
How to get it: Accessible in the early-to-mid game. Check our maps guide for the location.
Best builds using Banana: Pairs naturally with Contact Brawler thanks to how their stat scaling lines up.
B-Tier: Invisibility
Makes you invisible for a short window so opponents cannot line up a hit on you. It does not make you faster, it just removes you as a target during the most contested seconds.
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Tier | B |
| Best For | Crossing a crowded start line or a bridge section where everyone is swinging. |
| Key Mechanic | Ranked ladder from Wood to Champion |
| Recommended Build | Edge Camper |
How to get it: Found in later areas. Our walkthrough covers when you can access this.
Best builds using Invisibility: Pairs naturally with Edge Camper thanks to how their stat scaling lines up.
B-Tier: Block Throw
Produces a block you can either throw at an opponent like a banana or use up close like a punch. The flexibility is the point, since one button covers both range and contact.
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Tier | B |
| Best For | Players who want one offensive slot rather than two, freeing space for Shield and Invisibility. |
| Key Mechanic | Cross play with mobile |
| Recommended Build | Late Qualifier |
How to get it: Found in later areas. Our walkthrough covers when you can access this.
Best builds using Block Throw: Pairs naturally with Late Qualifier thanks to how their stat scaling lines up.
Equipment Progression Path
The order you should acquire equipment as you progress:
- Starting gear → Enough to clear Block Dash
- Shield → Your first real upgrade, available early
- Banana → Mid-game upgrade with good scaling
- Punch → Best-in-slot, aim for this by late game
- Upgrade to max → The power spike from max upgrades is enormous
Equipment Tips
- Always upgrade your primary equipment before diversifying. One strong option beats three mediocre ones.
- Match your equipment to your build's stat priorities for maximum scaling.
- Qualification is the only thing that counts on race maps. Finishing first and finishing eleventh both send you to the next round, so taking a safe line beats gambling on a shortcut you have not practised.
- Check our tier list for how equipment rankings affect overall build effectiveness.
More Stumble Guys Guides
- Stumble Guys Stumble Guys Overview
- Stumble Guys Best Builds
- Stumble Guys Tier List
- Stumble Guys Walkthrough
- Stumble Guys Beginner's Guide
- Stumble Guys Tips & Tricks
- Stumble Guys Combat Guide
- Stumble Guys Boss Guide
- Stumble Guys Maps & Locations
- Stumble Guys Crafting Guide
- Stumble Guys Classes & Characters
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