Hypercharge
A limited-time super-charged state a brawler enters by filling a Hypercharge meter. It boosts damage, speed and shield, and adds a unique effect to the brawler's Super.
BRAWL STARS GLOSSARY
Every Brawl Stars term explained simply: core mechanics, brawler classes, game modes and progression.
CORE MECHANICS
Super
A powerful signature ability charged by dealing damage. Every brawler has a unique Super that defines how they play.
Gadget
An on-demand ability with a limited number of uses per match. Gadgets give a quick tactical edge such as a dash, reload or burst.
Star Power
A passive or conditional upgrade unlocked at Power 9 that meaningfully changes how a brawler plays. Each brawler has two to choose from.
Gear
A crafted equipment slot adding a small situational boost such as Speed, Shield, Damage or Vision. Brawlers can equip two gears.
Power Level
A brawler's upgrade level from 1 to 11. Higher Power Levels increase health and damage; Power 11 is fully maxed.
BRAWLER CLASSES
Damage Dealer
A versatile class built around dealing consistent damage at medium range. Flexible picks for most modes.
Tank
A high-health class that absorbs damage and pressures enemies up close. Strong on small maps and Brawl Ball.
Marksman
A long-range class that deals heavy damage from a distance but is fragile if enemies close the gap.
Artillery
A class that attacks over walls and controls space with area damage. Excellent at zoning and Heist.
Controller
A class that slows, traps or disrupts enemies and locks down zones for the team.
Assassin
A mobile, high-burst class that dives fragile targets and escapes. Rewards good timing and positioning.
Support
A class that heals, shields or empowers teammates, amplifying the rest of the team.
GAME MODES
Gem Grab
A 3v3 mode where teams collect gems from the center and hold 10 through a countdown to win.
Brawl Ball
A 3v3 soccer mode. Score two goals by carrying or shooting the ball into the enemy net.
Knockout
A best-of-three 3v3 mode with no respawns. Eliminate the entire enemy team to take the round.
Bounty
A 3v3 mode where each kill earns stars. The team with the most stars when time runs out wins.
Heist
A 3v3 mode where teams attack the enemy safe while defending their own. First safe destroyed loses.
Hot Zone
A 3v3 mode where teams hold one or more capture zones to fill a percentage meter to 100%.
Showdown
A battle-royale mode, solo or duo, where players fight on a shrinking map to be the last standing.
PROGRESSION & CURRENCY
Trophies
The main ranking currency earned by winning matches. Total Trophies measure overall account progress.
Ranked
The competitive mode where players climb tiers from Bronze to Pro using a separate skill rating.
Records
An achievement-like progression feature replacing masteries, where players earn cosmetics and titles by completing specific in-game challenges.
Star Points
A currency earned from season rank resets and trophy milestones, spent on skins and items in the Star Shop.