Think you’re a Brawl Stars pro? Think again! You might be making classic noob mistakes without even realizing it. Whether you’re stuck at 5,000 trophies or just can’t seem to win in Solo Showdown, this list will expose the secret signs that you’re still a rookie at heart.
And trust us… #7 will leave you questioning your entire Brawl Stars career.
1. You Always Chase Kills Like a Hyper Dog
We get it—seeing that low-health Colt running away triggers your inner hunter. But if you’re constantly diving into enemy territory just to secure one more kill, you’re probably leaving your team vulnerable.
Noob Move: Dying in the enemy spawn while your team loses mid-control in Gem Grab.
Pro Tip: Sometimes, letting a weak enemy escape is better than overextending and feeding the enemy team free supers.
2. You Use Auto-Aim… For Literally Everything
Auto-aim is a gift from the Brawl Stars gods, but if you’re relying on it for every single shot, you’re missing out on key mechanics.
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Close-range? Sure, auto-aim works.
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Long-range snipes? You’re just wasting ammo.
Noob Confession: “But… it’s so easy!” Yeah, and so is losing matches because you can’t manually aim a Piper shot.
3. You Pick the Worst Brawlers for the Mode (And Still Wonder Why You Lose)
Bringing Shelly to Heist? Playing Mortis in Brawl Ball? Oh no, sweet summer child.
Each mode has meta brawlers for a reason. If you’re forcing your favorite brawler into every match regardless of the mode, you’re basically playing Brawl Stars: Hard Mode.
Pro Move: Check win rates before picking. Or, you know, just stop throwing matches.
4. You Waste Your Super Like It’s a Free Sample
Supers are game-changers, but if you’re using them the second they’re ready (even when there’s no enemy in sight), you’re throwing away potential plays.
Noob Example: Brock firing his super at a wall just because it looks cool.
Pro Logic: Hold onto your super for clutch moments—like stopping a Brawl Ball goal or wiping the enemy team in Gem Grab.
5. You Ignore Bushes Like They’re Decorations
Bushes aren’t just for hiding—they’re for ambushes, dodging, and mind games. If you’re walking straight through open lanes without checking bushes, you’re basically screaming, “Please kill me!”
Noob Trait: Getting jumped by a Bull every match and still not learning.
Pro Strat: Shoot into bushes before walking in. It’s not rocket science.
6. You Never, EVER, Retreat
Retreating isn’t cowardice—it’s strategy. If you’re low on health and still trying to 1v3, you’re not brave… you’re just bad.
Noob Logic: “I can take them!” (Spoiler: You can’t.)
Pro Wisdom: Fall back, heal up, and re-engage. Your teammates will thank you.
7. You Don’t Know About the Secret Power-Up Trick (This Will Shock You!)
Okay, here’s the big one. Did you know that some brawlers have hidden interactions with their gadgets and star powers?
For example:
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Brock’s Incendiary gadget can block choke points in Siege.
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Tara’s Healing Shade star power can bait enemies into wasting attacks.
If you didn’t know this, congrats—you’ve been playing with half the toolkit.
8. You Blame Your Teammates for Every Loss
“My randoms are trash!” Sure, sometimes they are. But if every match is a loss because of “bad teammates,” maybe… just maybe… you’re the common denominator.
Noob Mindset: “I carried, but my team threw.”
Pro Reality: Even in bad matchups, there’s always something you could’ve done better.
9. You Spend All Your Gems on Skins (Instead of Brawl Pass)
Skins are cool, but if you’re buying them instead of the Brawl Pass, you’re missing out on tons of coins, power points, and exclusive brawlers.
Noob Move: Flexing a 300-gem skin while stuck with Level 7 brawlers.
Pro Move: Prioritizing progression over cosmetics.
10. You Don’t Watch the Minimap (AKA Playing Blindfolded)
The minimap is your best friend. If you’re ignoring it, you’re basically walking into every ambush like a lost puppy.
Noob Alert: “Wait, where did that Edgar come from??”
Pro Tip: Glance at the minimap every few seconds. Enemy positions = free intel.
Final Verdict: Are You a Secret Noob?
If three or more of these signs apply to you, it’s time to level up your game. But don’t worry—every pro was once a noob. The key is recognizing mistakes and improving.
Now go out there, stop auto-aiming like a bot, and start dominating!
