Tower Defense Simulator is one of the most famous games on Roblox. It has accumulated over four billion visits and even won the 8th Annual Bloxy Award. Now, the developers have recently launched the highly anticipated competitive PvP mode with the v1.71 update, where players can build and send waves against each other.
On that note, here's a complete guide for the Tower Defense Simulator PvP mode.
Everything you need to know about Tower Defense Simulator PvP
The first thing that you must know is that the PvP mode only unlocks after reaching Level 25. This means that you need to spend a few hours grinding the other game modes first. Once you’re eligible, head to the PvP lobby and choose either solo 1v1 or team 2v2.

PvP mode overview
The PvP mode requires you to build towers while also sending waves at your enemy. Each player must build towers on their side of the lane to stop incoming enemies, just like in normal gameplay. However, the interesting twist is that you can also use cash to send waves of enemies toward your opponent’s lane. This game mode uses an ELO rating system to keep the matchmaking fair.

Winning earns you Kudos and helps you rank up through PvP tiers that eventually unlock various rewards for you. You need to carefully manage money, choose the right towers, and time your attacks wisely.
All ranks
Here are all the official ranks and their ELO ranges:
- Unranked: 0-199 rating
- Private I / II / III: 200-349 rating
- Sergeant I / II / III: 350-499 rating
- Lieutenant I / II / III: 500-699 rating
- Major I / II / III: 700-899 rating
- General I / II / III: 900-1099 ELO
- Champion: 3000+ rating
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All rewards
Here are all the rewards that you can unlock in different ranks:
Emotes
- Kudos: Reach Sergeant III
- Victory’s Kiss: Reach Major III
- Ascended: Reach General III
Stickers
- GLHF: Reach Private III
- Stay Cool: Reach Sergeant II
- Molten Rage: Reach Lieutenant II
- Despair: Reach Major II
- Let’s Gooo: Reach General II
Nametags
- Woodland: Reach Private I
- Tan Camo: Reach Sergeant I
- Arctic Camo: Reach Lieutenant I
- Team Fury: Reach Reach Lieutenant III
- Navy Camo: Reach Major I
- Crimson Camo: Reach General I
Finally, once you reach the highest rank in the game, you unlock the Champion Accelerator skin. It is one of the rarest and most prestigious cosmetic items the title has to offer.
All consumables
Here are all the consumables in the Tower Defense Simulator PvP mode and how much they cost:
- Airhorn: $400, 50s cooldown (initial cooldown 60s)
- Energy Drink: $550, 60s cooldown (initial cooldown 50s)
- Protein Shake: $400, 50s cooldown (initial cooldown 60s)
- Graveyard: $150, 30s cooldown (initial cooldown 50s)
- Lockdown Shutters: $750, 60s cooldown (initial cooldown 30s)
- Slingshot: $1,000, 75s cooldown (initial cooldown 45s)
The initial cooldown duration differs from the one that triggers after you use it once.
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All maps
Here are all the playable maps for the Tower Defense Simulator PvP mode:
- Crash Course: A simple flat arena with straight paths. It's an ideal map for beginners with simple tower placements.
- Judging Hall: This map features curved paths with open centers. It's suitable for players who are good at area control.
- Laser Stadium: A neon-themed arena with looping paths that circle the enemies twice. It's a short-range focused map that might not be suitable for beginners.
- Warm Land: A simple, open, and minimalistic map with a straight path. This is a great one to start with if you are new to the game.
- Desert Oasis: A desert-themed arena with sweeping turns and an open line of sight. It takes a good mix of short- and long-range troops to master this map.
Tips for beginners
Here are some tips for playing Tower Defense Simulator PvP effectively as a beginner:
- Start with defense and quickly stabilize your lane before sending waves.
- Adjust the strategy based on the map; using the same troops and techniques on all maps might not be effective.
- Focus on economic balance and avoid overbuilding early.
- If you are losing too much, take a break and step away from PvP for a while.
- Play as many Easy or Sandbox mode matches as possible to master the game before entering PvP.
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FAQ
1) What rank do I need to be to unlock the Champion Accelerator skin?
You need to reach an ELO rating of over 3000 to reach the Champion rank and unlock the Champion Accelerator skin in Tower Defense Simulator.
2) How many ranked matches do I need to play before unlocking a rank?
You need to complete four ranked matches to receive your initial rank in PvP.
3) When does PvP Season 0 end?
The Tower Defense Simulator PvP Season 0 ends on October 23, 2025.
4) How do I earn money fast in the PvP mode?
You earn money by damaging enemy troops and progressing through the waves. You can also place the Farm tower to generate income steadily.
5) What is the best map for beginners in the PvP mode?
Crash Course and Warm Land are the best maps for beginners in Tower Defense Simulator's PvP. Both of them have straightforward lanes, which are great for learning strategies without being confused.
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