Dive into the chaotic, button-mashing world of Party Animals, where adorable critters punch, kick, and throw their way to victory in wildly entertaining multiplayer brawls. Mastering the quirky controls-especially the tricky art of throwing opponents and objects-can turn the tide of battle and send your foes flying off the map in style. Whether you’re on PC or Xbox, this guide will have you grabbing, charging, and launching like a pro in no time.
How to throw in Party Animals on Xbox and PC
To throw in Party Animals on Xbox and PC, first grab your opponent or an object by pressing and holding the grab button-left mouse button on PC or right trigger (RT) on Xbox. Then, charge your throw by holding the throw button-right mouse button on PC or the X button on Xbox. Release the throw button to launch your target. For greater distance and impact, you can combine a full charge with running before releasing the throw. Practicing in the tutorial mode is recommended to master the timing and angles of throws, as throwing opponents or objects effectively can give you a significant advantage in the game.
There are a few different sets of controls you can use in Party Animals, so grabbing and throwing will change depending on what you’re using:
- Keyboard and mouse: Hold down left click to grab something (and keep holding it if it’s not a weapon) and right click to throw.
- Keyboard only: Hold down I to grab something and use J to throw.
- Controller: Hold down RT to grab and press B to throw.
As the tutorial points out, you can also charge up your throw by holding your respective throw button. Your fuzzy friend will throw whatever is in their hands once you release the button. (Note that this isn’t for throwing weapons, like the lollipop. To drop those, you press F or press RT twice.)
I personally found it easier to throw using a controller (a Nintendo Switch Pro Controller on Steam), but it’s entirely possible that it’s all in my head. It doesn’t hurt to try other options if you have them, though!
You can also remap the controls in your settings, so you can just set up whatever works best for you.
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How to throw other players in Party Animals
To throw other players in Party Animals, first run up to a downed opponent and grab them using the left mouse button on PC or the right trigger on Xbox. Make sure to get a good two-handed grip, ideally holding the sides or feet, to lift them properly. To throw, hold the right mouse button on PC or press and hold the X button on Xbox to charge your throw. Using momentum is key: spin your character or run forward while holding the player to build up force, then release the throw button at the peak of your swing or sprint to launch them far. Practicing timing and grip position will help you throw opponents farther and with more impact, turning them into effective projectiles in the chaotic battles.
If you want to be able to huck players over railings and off the map, then you’ve come to the right place. You’ve probably been tossed super far at least once and wondered, “How come my throws don’t go that far?” Well, here’s a few tips for successful player-tossing:
- Make sure you’re really only trying to throw players while they’re knocked out. Conscious players can wiggle around, causing you to lose your grip, draining your stamina faster, and also risking knocking you out.
- Both hands need to be on the opponent to throw them. You cannot throw them if you’re only grabbing them with one hand. (Similarly to how you can’t use certain weapons if you’re not holding them right.)
- Charge up as much as possible to get a nice long throw off the edge – but don’t get too greedy as your opponent may wake up at any second.
- Be mindful of where you are. There isn’t much point in picking up and attempting to throw an opponent when you knock them out in the middle of the map with no cliffs in sight. Knock them out near the edge and then quickly yeet them into the abyss.
- Use momentum to your advantage. Getting a running start or spinning will help gather momentum for a better throw.
What are the secret techniques to master throwing in Party Animals
Mastering the art of throwing in Party Animals involves more than just grabbing and releasing your opponent. Key secret techniques include:
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Building inertia by spinning: After grabbing an opponent, perform a 180 to 360-degree spin to generate momentum before releasing the throw. This spin significantly increases the distance your opponent flies, akin to a “Mario 64 style” spin throw.
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Proper timing of the throw release: Instead of holding the throw button (X on Xbox), tap it at the moment your character is lifting the opponent rather than after the lift is complete. This timing optimizes the force applied to the throw.
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Hand placement matters: Grabbing an opponent by their back or lower body helps you manipulate their center of gravity, making it easier to lift and throw them effectively.
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Using sprint to add momentum: If you prefer not to spin, sprinting while holding the opponent can also add inertia to your throw, helping send them further.
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Combining dragging with spin throwing: Dragging a knocked-out player by one hand and then spinning before throwing can maximize throw distance and control, useful for throwing opponents off edges.
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Bomb cancel technique (for throwing bombs): Grab a bomb, hold the throw button, press headbutt, then release throw shortly after. This cancels the natural throw distance, allowing for close-range bomb throws that catch opponents off guard.
These techniques, when practiced, can transform your throws from weak drags to powerful launches that dominate the chaotic multiplayer arenas of Party Animals.
How does spinning or inertia improve my throwing distance in Party Animals
Spinning or generating inertia before releasing a throw in Party Animals significantly increases the throwing distance by building up momentum that transfers to the thrown object or opponent. When you spin 180 to 360 degrees while holding your target, your character’s upper body swings like a pendulum, creating a powerful momentum that propels the throw much farther than a simple release.
This spinning motion effectively adds kinetic energy to the throw, allowing you to launch opponents or items across the map, sometimes even off the edges for instant knockouts. The key is to time the release of the throw right after completing the spin to maximize the momentum transfer. This technique is often referred to as the “spin throw” or “flinging technique” and is considered one of the most effective ways to achieve insane throw distances in the game.
In summary, spinning builds up rotational momentum that, when released at the right moment, converts into a powerful forward force, dramatically improving how far you can throw in Party Animals.
