Barley
Barley is a Rare brawler focused on lobbing shots over walls to control chokes. With 2 gadgets and 2 star powers to unlock, there is plenty of room to tune Barley for your favourite game modes and trophy push.
A bartending robot designed to mix drinks and banter with patrons, Barley also makes sure to keep his bar clean, to the detriment of anyone who makes a mess.
GADGETS
Sticky Syrup Mixer
Barley drops a sticky concoction that leaves a puddle, slowing down all enemies that make contact with it.
Herbal Tonic
Barley throws a healing potion at nearby allies that creates an area that heals for x health per second.
STAR POWERS
Medical Use
Barley regains x health from each attack.
Extra Noxious
Adds +x damage per second to Barley's attack.
How to play Barley
Barley is a rare Artillery that lobs damage over walls to control chokes and zones the enemy can never safely stand in. Barley is a siege brawler — set up behind cover, punish grouped enemies, and turn tight maps into a no-go area.
Best game modes for Barley
Barley is strongest in Heist, Hot Zone and Gem Grab — because Barley can chip the safe or the zone from total safety behind walls. Browse maps to find rotations that suit Barley, and check the current tier list to see where it sits in the meta.
Put Barley to work on maps like Safe Zone (Heist), Abracadabra (Hot Zone) and Storage Sector (Gem Grab).
Barley tips & counters
- Position behind walls so you deal damage without taking any back.
- Aim where the enemy is going, not where they are — lead your shots.
- Keep your distance from assassins; Barley has almost no answer at point-blank.
Watch out for: mobile assassins and tanks that jump the wall and sit on top of you. Always have an escape route and a teammate nearby.
BARLEY FAQ
What rarity is Barley in Brawl Stars?
Barley is a Rare brawler. You can unlock Barley through the in-game progression, Starr Drops or the shop.
What class is Barley?
Barley is a Artillery, which means the brawler is built for a specific role in the team composition..
Which game modes are best for Barley?
Barley performs best in Heist, Hot Zone and Gem Grab. Use it where its strengths line up with the objective.
How many gadgets and star powers does Barley have?
Barley has 2 gadgets and 2 star powers to unlock, giving you several ways to build the brawler.
Is Barley good for beginners?
Barley is rewarding once you learn its timings. Practise its range and Super timing in friendly games, then take it into your trophy push once the kit feels natural.
