Hard Standard mode on Sunset Gulch is a great test of endurance and resource efficiency — but with the right tower progression, it becomes a smooth ride. This guide uses a reliable Druid economy and strong tower synergies, all without requiring Monkey Knowledge!
- Start by placing a Druid to begin the game.
- Once you have enough cash, add a Sniper Monkey for extra popping power.
- Bring in Obyn Greenfoot as your hero. His abilities can be used to speed up rounds or manage tough Bloons when needed.
- Next, place a Ninja Monkey and upgrade it along Path 1 to 4-2-0 for high pierce and Camo defense.
- Upgrade your Druid to 1-3-0, then later upgrade it further along Path 2 to 2-4-0. You can now use the Jungle’s Bounty ability to generate extra cash during the match.
- To support your damage core, place an Alchemist and upgrade it to 4-2-0.
- Add a Monkey Village and upgrade it to 2-0-2 to boost your nearby towers and give them Camo detection.
- Within the Village’s radius, place a Monkey Ace and upgrade it along Path 3 to Spectre (0-2-4). This tower will provide powerful map-wide coverage.
- Finally, place another Alchemist to buff the Spectre and upgrade it to 4-2-0 as well.
From this point on, you’re free to spend extra money however you’d like — this setup can handle the rest of the game with ease. Victory is yours!
