Monkeys on a Mission: Bloons TD 6 vs. Bloons TD Battles 2

Bloons TD Battles 2 Home Screen

Ninja Kiwi, the creators of the beloved Bloons TD 6, have recently unveiled a new installment in their epic saga of monkeys versus bloons. The latest game is titled Bloons TD Battles 2, and while it shares similarities with Bloons TD 6, there are notable differences. Let’s examine some of the similarities and differences between the two games.

Solo vs. Competitive

Bloons TD 6 primarily offers a solo experience where you can also cooperate with others. It’s a battle of you against the bloons. Conversely, Bloons TD Battles 2 pits you against a rival. You’re paired with an opponent, and the superior player emerges victorious. Opponents can send additional bloons to each other, with the first to lose 150 hearts losing the match.

Monkey Diversity

In Bloons TD 6, players have the freedom to place numerous monkey types on their map. Whether it’s a Dart Monkey, Tack Shooter, Sniper Monkey, Ninja Monkey, or Super Monkey, all are permissible. In contrast, Bloons TD Battles 2 restricts players to only four monkey types in addition to their hero. Players must choose these four monkeys for battle, and that’s the limit. While players can deploy multiple monkeys of the same type, they are confined to those four varieties. It’s also crucial to note that not all monkey types are available initially. Monkey types must be unlocked with Monkey Money, the in-game currency earned through various achievements.

Map Selection

In Bloons TD 6, players can select any unlocked map to play. However, Bloons TD Battles 2 introduces a random map selection. Once a map is chosen, each player has a single opportunity to reshuffle it. After both players accept or reshuffle the map, the battle commences.

Which Game is Better?

In my opinion, both games are incredibly fun and merit exploration. I recommend starting with Bloons TD 6 to familiarize yourself with the monkey types and bloon varieties. Once you’ve mastered that game, transitioning to Bloons TD Battles 2 can offer an exciting change of pace.