Deciding between rushing for Banana Central (5-2-0) or spreading multiple farms across the map is one of the most strategic choices in BTD6. Both approaches have advantages depending on your map, difficulty, and long-term economy goals.
What is Banana Central?
Banana Central is the Tier 5 middle-path Banana Farm that generates enormous cash automatically. Once fully upgraded, it can:
- Produce thousands of dollars per round
- Support high-cost late-game strategies
- Replace multiple lower-tier farms in efficiency
However, it requires a lot of upfront investment and a stable early-game economy.
Option 1: Rush for Banana Central
Rushing Banana Central can be ideal if:
- You want a single powerhouse farm
- The map allows centralized placement
- You have strong early-game tower control to protect it
Pros:
- Maximum output per round
- Reduced micro and management
- Easier synergy with late-game towers
Cons:
- Expensive upfront cost
- Vulnerable if a MOAB leaks or map is long
- Slower early cash generation before 5th-tier unlock
Option 2: Spread Farms
Spreading multiple lower-tier farms (0-2-3 or 2-0-3) across the map is safer and more flexible.
Pros:
- Lower initial cost
- Safer against leaks and early rounds
- Can scale gradually into higher-tier farms
- Good for CHIMPS or high-difficulty runs
Cons:
- Slightly lower late-game income per farm
- Requires more micro if using manual collection
- More map space needed
Which Strategy is Better?
- Banana Central: Best for late-game heavy strategies and long-term income if you can survive the early rounds.
- Spread Farms: Best for consistent cash flow, safer early-game, and maps with multiple short paths.
Pro Tip: On large open maps like Four Circles or Cubism, a hybrid approach works well—start with spread farms, then consolidate into Banana Central when cash allows.
Final Verdict
- Rush Banana Central if your goal is maximum late-game economy.
- Spread farms if you need early-game safety and gradual scaling.
- Map layout, tower support, and game mode heavily influence the optimal choice.