Retro Tower Defense: A Beginner’s Guide

Learn everything about Retro Tower Defense on Roblox with this beginner’s guide, including how to play and tips for beginners.

A Beginner's Guide for Retro Tower Defense (Image via Roblox Corporation)
A Beginner’s Guide for Retro Tower Defense (Image via Roblox Corporation)

Retro Tower Defense is a Roblox game where players protect classic Roblox maps from invading enemies called noobs. You build and upgrade different towers to stop the noobs from getting through and try to survive as many waves as possible. Each tower has special skills, and you can place them in certain spots to make them stronger.

As you play, you earn money called Tix to unlock better towers and upgrades. You can play alone or with friends, and the game is fun because it mixes old Roblox game styles with exciting tower defense action that gets harder as you progress.

How To Play Retro Tower Defense in Roblox

You can start the game in solo mode or in a squad (Image via Roblox Corporation)
You can start the game in solo mode or in a squad (Image via Roblox Corporation)

To play Retro Tower Defense, first join the game on Roblox and choose a classic Roblox map where the noobs will attack. Your job is to stop them by placing towers along the path they walk. Each tower shoots or has special powers to defeat the noobs. You start with some money, called Tix, to buy towers, and you earn more Tix by defeating waves of noobs.

You can upgrade your towers to make them stronger. Work quickly to build and upgrade because the noobs come in waves and get tougher each round. You can also team up with friends to protect the map together. The goal is to survive as many waves as possible without letting the noobs reach the end.

Gameplay Mechanics in Retro Tower Defense

The noobs attacking the tower (Image via Roblox Corporation)
The noobs attacking the tower (Image via Roblox Corporation)
  • Choose a classic Roblox map where noobs will try to invade.
  • Use your starting money (Tix) to buy defensive towers and place them near the paths noobs walk.
  • Each tower has unique attacks or abilities to stop and defeat the noobs.
  • Noobs come in waves that get harder as the game goes on.
  • Earn more Tix by defeating noobs in each wave.
  • Upgrade your towers using Tix to make them stronger and more effective.
  • You lose if the noobs reach the end of the path.
  • Play alone or with friends to protect the map together.
  • Strategically place and upgrade towers to survive as many waves as possible.
  • Some towers get extra special powers as you progress in the game.

Tips for Beginners

  • Start with cheaper towers to save money early in the game.
  • Place towers near corners or paths where noobs stay longer for better attacks.
  • Upgrade towers instead of buying too many weak ones.
  • Watch the special abilities of each tower and use them wisely.
  • Team up with friends for easier defense and shared strategies.
  • Keep an eye on your money (Tix) and spend it smartly.
  • Learn the patterns of noob waves to prepare your defenses.
  • Don’t let noobs reach the end; focus on strong choke points.
  • Try different tower combinations to find what works best.
  • Practice often to get better at placing and upgrading towers quickly.

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Controls

PC

  • Use the mouse to click and select towers.
  • Drag towers onto the map to place them near enemy paths.
  • Click again on placed towers to upgrade or sell them.
  • Use the scroll wheel or zoom keys to move the camera in and out.
  • Press the number keys (1, 2, 3, etc.) to quickly select different towers.
  • Use the WASD or arrow keys to move your camera view around the map.
  • Press the spacebar to start the next wave or pause the game if available.

Mobile

  • Tap on the tower icon to select a tower.
  • Drag and drop the tower with your finger onto the map.
  • Tap the placed tower to open the upgrade or sell menu.
  • Pinch with two fingers to zoom in or out on the map.
  • Slide your finger on the screen to move your view of the map.
  • Tap the wave button to start the next wave or pause if the option is there.

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FAQs

How Do I Get More Tix and Coins in Retro Tower Defense?

By defeating noobs in each wave and redeeming special codes, you earn Tix and coins to spend on towers and upgrades.

What Happens if a Noob Reaches the End?

If a noob gets to the finish, you lose a life. Too many noobs getting through can make you lose the game.

How Do I Use Codes?

Click the Inventory or Present icon, type in an active code, and press Redeem to get free Tix, coins, or boosts.


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