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Irritating Stick

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Guide a charged rod through hazardous mazes before time runs out.

The briefing

About this game

Irritating Stick is an unusual action-puzzle game developed by Saurus and published by Jaleco. Players guide a rod through maze-like courses viewed from above, avoiding two barriers of pulsating electricity. Touching either side results in an electric shock, while each course must also be completed within its time limit.

Movement speed can be adjusted across five settings, allowing players to balance precision and urgency. Courses feature varied obstacles and backgrounds, including spinning blades, poker machines, and a metal robot.

Game Details

  • Release date: February 3, 1999
  • Platform: PlayStation
  • Genres: Action, Puzzle
  • Developer: Saurus
  • Publisher: Jaleco