The phrase "left stick" refers to the small joystick on a gaming controller that is located on the left side. It is used to control the movement of characters or objects within a video game. Full definition
Left stick controls your direction, but you can also hold up on it to maximize your speed. (rotorob.com)
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Left stick moves you around while the right stick shoots. (xblafans.com)