Throw in Gang Beasts? How to Grab and Toss

Throw in Gang Beasts? Yes, you can throw other players (and objects) by first grabbing them and then using a specific button combination. This article explains the exact controls for each platform, how the throwing mechanic works, and tips for using it effectively in the chaotic multiplayer brawler.

Formula

The approximate throw distance is calculated as:

d = (P / 100) × (100 / W) × 10

Where:

• d = throw distance in meters
• P = throw power as a percentage (0–100%)
• W = character weight in kilograms (Gang Beasts characters have no set weight, but you can think of it as a relative mass factor)

This is a simplified model to illustrate the relationship—actual in-game physics are far more complex, involving momentum, timing, and character flailing.

Worked Example

Using the default values from the calculator:

1. Throw power = 50%
2. Character weight = 70 kg
3. d = (50 / 100) × (100 / 70) × 10 = 0.5 × 1.4286 × 10 = 7.14 meters

So with 50% throw power and a 70 kg character, the estimated throw distance is about 7.14 meters. In the game, you’ll see that lighter characters (or those flailing) travel farther.

How Throwing Works in Gang Beasts

Gang Beasts is a physics-based party brawler where characters are gelatinous, wobbly fighters. The throwing mechanic is central to the game: you can grab opponents, lift them, and then hurl them into hazards like the ocean, meat grinders, or off elevated platforms.

To throw, you must first grab an opponent (or an object like a crate or a barrel). Once grabbed, you can move them around, and then release them with a directional input to toss them. The key is that the release timing and the direction you hold determine the throw’s trajectory.

Controls for Throwing (All Platforms)

The exact buttons vary by platform, but the principle is the same:

• Grab: Hold the grab button (R1/RB on consoles, left mouse button on PC) near an opponent.
• Lift: While holding grab, press the jump button (X/A/Space) to lift the opponent overhead.
• Throw: While holding the opponent, release the grab button and simultaneously press a direction (WASD or left stick). The faster you flick, the farther they go.

On PC (keyboard), the default controls are:

• Grab: Left Mouse Button
• Jump: Space
• Move: WASD

On PlayStation, it’s R1 to grab, X to jump, and the left stick to move. On Xbox, it’s RB, A, and the left stick.

Tips for Effective Throwing

Throwing is not just about mashing buttons. Here are practical tips that improve your toss game:

• Use momentum: Run in the direction you want to throw before releasing. The character’s velocity adds to the throw.
• Lift first: A throw from the ground is weak. Always jump to lift the opponent overhead before releasing.
• Flick the stick: A quick, sharp movement of the directional input at the moment of release gives a stronger throw than holding the direction.
• Throw into hazards: Aim for edges, fire pits, or moving machinery. A throw into a hazard is often an instant elimination.
• Teamwork: In team modes, two players can grab the same opponent—one on each side—and pull in opposite directions to tear them apart or fling them.

Common Mistakes and Misconceptions

A frequent mistake is pressing the throw button (if you’ve remapped it) instead of releasing the grab. In Gang Beasts, there is no dedicated “throw� button—throwing is done by releasing the grab while moving. Another misconception is that you can throw while the opponent is actively fighting back; if they’re flailing, they may break free before you can toss them.

Also, note that you can’t throw while you’re stunned or knocked down. You need to be standing and have a firm grip. If you grab an opponent who is also grabbing you, you’ll enter a grapple—throwing is still possible, but timing is trickier.

Comparisons: Throwing vs. Other Attacks

Throwing is one of several offensive options. Compared to punching or kicking, throwing offers:

• Range: A successful throw can send an opponent far, potentially off the stage.
• Damage: Throws don’t directly damage, but the environment does. A throw into a grinder is instant death.
• Risk: Throwing leaves you vulnerable during the lift animation. A missed throw can be punished.

Punching is faster and safer but doesn’t reposition opponents. Throwing is the primary way to eliminate enemies in most stages.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you throw in Gang Beasts on all platforms?

Yes, the throwing mechanic is identical on PC, PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch. The controls are mapped to the same actions (grab, jump, move), just on different buttons.

Why can’t I throw sometimes?

You might be pressing the wrong button—remember, there’s no throw button; you release the grab. Also, if you’re not holding a grabbed opponent, you can’t throw. Make sure you have a firm grip and are standing upright.

How do you throw someone further?

To throw further, build momentum by running in the direction you want to throw, lift the opponent overhead, and flick the movement stick sharply as you release. Also, lighter characters (or those who are flailing) tend to fly farther.

Can you throw objects in Gang Beasts?

Yes, you can grab and throw many objects like crates, barrels, and even pieces of the environment. They can be used as projectiles to knock opponents off balance or into hazards.

Is there a cooldown on throwing?

No, there’s no cooldown. You can throw as often as you can grab and lift. The limiting factor is the time it takes to perform the grab and lift animation, during which you’re vulnerable.

Does the throw damage the opponent?

Throwing itself does no damage, but the impact with the environment or another character can. Most often, the goal is to throw opponents into hazards that cause instant elimination.

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in t | Throw power | % | 50 | 0
in w | Character weight | kg | 70 | 1
out d | Throw distance | m | (t / 100) * (100 / w) * 10 | 2