Conquering BTD6’s Moon Colony Challenge: A Deep Dive into the 5th February 2025 Update
Bloons TD 6’s latest update, released on 5th February 2025, introduces the Moon Colony Challenge—a thrilling new test of strategy set on a lunar landscape. Whether you’re a veteran player or a newcomer, here’s everything you need to know about this extraterrestrial showdown.
What Is the Moon Colony Challenge?
Moon Colony is a Challenge Quest added in Version 47.0, featuring a map dotted with craters and terrain that obstructs tower vision. Bloons follow a winding path through these craters, forcing players to rely on towers that ignore line-of-sight limitations or splash damage to clear waves efficiently 46.
Key Mechanics:
- Obstacle-Heavy Terrain: Craters block visibility for most towers, similar to the Intermediate map Moon Landing 6.
- Default Rules: Standard starting cash, lives, and rounds (no custom modifiers), but the map’s layout demands creative strategies 4.
- Focus on Niche Towers: Mortar Monkeys, Ultra-Juggernauts, and Alchemists shine here due to their ability to hit bloons inside craters 68.
Top Strategies for Success
- Mortar Monkey Dominance
Mortars are essential for early-game defense. Upgrades like Burny Stuff (0/2/2) handle grouped bloons, while The Big One (0/2/4) counters fortified threats in later rounds. Pair with a camo-detection tower for round 30+ 8. - Heli Pilot & Razor Rotors
A 3+/x/x Heli Pilot on Pursuit mode covers the entire map, shredding bloons trapped in craters. Combine with a Monkey Village for buffs 8. - Heroes That Ignore Obstacles
Etienne (global camo detection) and Psi (psychic attacks) bypass line-of-sight issues. Adora’s long-range abilities also excel here 8. - Alchemist Support
Rubber to Gold (x/x/3+) generates income from bloons clustered in craters, while Unstable Concoction (x/3/x) clears dense waves 8. - Late-Game Powerhouses
Archmage and Glaive Dominus pierce through obstacles, while Tack Zone handles cleanup. For Boss Bloon events, prioritize MOAB Eliminators 68.
Why Moon Colony Stands Out
This challenge revitalizes underused towers and rewards players who experiment with unconventional strategies. The lunar theme also introduces visual flourishes, like meteor animations, though these may be disabled on older devices 6.
Pro Tips
- Start Strong: Open with a 0/2/2 Mortar and Alchemist for early-round stability.
- Beware of Black Bloons: Upgrade Mortars to x/3/x by round 30 to pop camo and black bloons 8.
- Farm Smart: Use Banana Farms sparingly—focus on Rubber to Gold for income without sacrificing defense 8.
Final Thoughts
Moon Colony is a refreshing addition to BTD6’s challenge roster, blending strategic depth with a visually striking design. While the challenge is tough, mastering it feels incredibly rewarding. For a step-by-step guide, check out my YouTube video above, and let me know how you’re tackling this lunar menace in the comments!
