The Ultimate Guide to Farming in TDS | Tips & Tricks, Strategies

Summary

This video script offers a comprehensive guide to effective farming in Tower Defense Simulator games, focusing on maximizing income for tower and upgrade purchases. Key tips include joining the Paradoxum Games group for bonus coins, timing farm upgrades wisely, and positioning farms strategically. The video delves into farm statistics, emphasizing the cost-to-income ratio and upgrade efficiency. It advocates for prioritizing level 3 farms for optimal cost-effectiveness and suggests a gradual upgrade path to level 5 farms. The script concludes with a practical demonstration of efficient farming techniques, highlighting their impact on game progression and tower acquisition.

Takeaways

• 🌟 Farms are essential in Tower Defense Simulator games as they generate the funds needed for tower purchases and upgrades.
• 💡 Joining the Paradoxum Games group can provide an additional 100 coins at the start of the game, boosting initial capital.
• ⏰ It's strategic to wait until the end of a wave to upgrade farms to ensure sufficient funds for the next level.
• 📍 Positioning farms in areas not designated for towers is advised, unless a DJ is present, in which case proximity to towers can reduce costs.
• 🛡 Never neglect defenses; be aware of key waves and necessary tower upgrades to fend off stronger enemies.
• 🚫 Avoid overdefending; aim for 8 max level farms by wave 24 or 25 for optimal play.
• 📊 Understanding key farm statistics such as 'waves to recoup upgrade' and 'total price to income ratio' is crucial for efficient farming.
• 📈 Level 2 and 3 farms are the most cost-effective, offering the best return on investment in terms of income generated.
• 💸 Level 4 farms have the lowest return on investment, making them a less desirable choice for upgrades.
• 🏆 Prioritize achieving 8 level 3 farms first, then consider upgrading to level 5, skipping level 4 when possible for efficiency.
• 🎮 Proper farming can significantly impact game outcomes, providing a 15% more efficient farming rate and allowing for earlier defense and more powerful tower purchases.

Q & A

What is the primary role of farms in a Tower Defense Simulator game?

Farms are essential in Tower Defense Simulator games as they provide the necessary funds to purchase towers and upgrades.

Why is it beneficial to join the Paradoxum Games group in the game?

Joining the Paradoxum Games group grants an additional 100 coins at the start of a game, which can be advantageous for initial farming.

What is the recommended strategy for upgrading farms during a wave?

It is advised to wait until the end of a wave before upgrading farms to ensure there is enough money to reach the next level.

How should farms be positioned in relation to towers and teammates with a DJ?

Farms should be positioned in locations where towers won't be placed. However, if a teammate has a DJ, farms should be placed close to towers to reduce costs for both.

What is the significance of understanding key waves and tower upgrades in farming?

Knowing the key waves for stronger enemies and necessary tower upgrades is crucial to avoid losing and to plan farming strategies effectively.

Why is it suggested not to overdefend and aim for 8 max level farms by wave 24 or 25?

Overdefending can be less efficient; instead, focusing on getting 8 max level farms by wave 24 or 25 allows for more efficient resource allocation and faster money generation.

What does 'Waves to recoup upgrade' signify in the context of farm statistics?

'Waves to recoup upgrade' refers to the number of waves required to earn back the money spent on a farm upgrade.

How is the efficiency of each farm level measured?

The efficiency of each farm level is measured by dividing the upgrade cost by the additional money produced, providing a return on investment metric for each upgrade.

Why is level 2 considered one of the most cost-effective farm levels?

A level 2 farm is cost-effective because it recoups the upgrade cost in 3 waves and returns its investment in 3.6 waves, offering a good income increase over a level 1 farm.

What is the recommended first priority when farming in the game?

The first priority in farming should be to establish 8 level 3 farms, as they are the most cost-efficient levels, and avoid spamming level 0 farms.

How can proper farming techniques give a player a significant advantage in the game?

Proper farming techniques allow for more money to be generated faster, enabling earlier defense setup and purchase of more powerful towers, which can lead to a 15% more efficient farming rate.

Outlines

00:00

🌾 Effective Farming Strategies in Tower Defense Simulator

This paragraph introduces the importance of farms in Tower Defense Simulator games, emphasizing their role in generating funds for tower purchases and upgrades. The speaker outlines several tips for effective farming: joining the Paradoxum Games group for bonus coins, upgrading farms at the end of waves, strategically placing farms, and balancing farm upgrades with tower defenses. The paragraph also introduces key farm statistics such as 'waves to recoup upgrade,' 'total price to income ratio,' and 'efficiency of each farm level.' The speaker then delves into the specifics of each farm level, detailing the cost, income, and upgrade efficiency, with a focus on the cost-effectiveness of level 2 and 3 farms and the recommendation against spamming level 4 farms.

05:04

🚀 Prioritizing Farm Upgrades for Maximum Efficiency

The second paragraph focuses on the strategic approach to farming, advocating for the initial establishment of 8 level 3 farms and the avoidance of level 0 farms. It suggests upgrading to level 5 farms gradually, with a special note on the different approach needed for hardcore or special modes due to the higher income from enemies. The speaker shares a personal gaming experience, contrasting efficient farming with a less effective strategy, demonstrating the significant advantage of proper farming. The efficient farming method allowed for all farms to reach level 5 by wave 20, compared to the inefficient method which only achieved this by wave 23. The paragraph concludes with a call to action for viewers to subscribe and share the video, highlighting the effort put into creating the content.

Keywords

💡Farms

In the context of the video, 'farms' refer to in-game structures that generate currency, which is essential for purchasing towers and upgrades in a Tower Defense Simulator game. The video emphasizes the importance of effectively managing these farms to maximize income, which is crucial for strategic gameplay. For example, the script mentions that farms should be positioned wisely and upgraded at the end of a wave to ensure sufficient funds for the next level.

💡Tower Defense Simulator

A 'Tower Defense Simulator' is a type of strategy game where players strategically place towers to defend against waves of enemies. The video script is centered around providing tips and strategies for effectively farming in such games, highlighting the significance of this aspect in achieving victory.

💡Upgrades

Upgrades in the video refer to the enhancements made to in-game structures like farms and towers to improve their performance. The script advises waiting until the end of a wave to upgrade farms, ensuring that players have enough currency to make the most cost-effective upgrades, which is a strategic move in the game.

💡DJ

The 'DJ' mentioned in the script is a special character or ability that can reduce the cost of both farms and towers when placed close to them. This is an example of a game mechanic that can be leveraged to optimize farming efficiency, showcasing the depth of strategy involved in the game.

💡Defenses

In the video, 'defenses' pertain to the towers and other structures that players use to fend off enemy waves. The script stresses the importance of balancing farming with defense, knowing when to focus on one over the other to maintain a strong position in the game.

💡Waves

A 'wave' in the context of the video represents a group of enemies that players must defend against in a Tower Defense Simulator game. The script discusses the importance of timing farm upgrades and tower placements in relation to the waves, as this can significantly impact the player's success.

💡Recoup Upgrade

The term 'recoup upgrade' is used in the video to describe the number of waves it takes to earn back the money spent on an upgrade. This is a key metric for evaluating the efficiency of farm upgrades, as highlighted in the script where it discusses the cost-to-income ratios and return on investment for different farm levels.

💡Cost-to-Income Ratio

The 'cost-to-income ratio' is a financial metric discussed in the video that compares the total cost of a farm to the income it generates per wave. This ratio is crucial for determining the most efficient farm levels to invest in, as it helps players make informed decisions about resource allocation.

💡Efficiency

Efficiency in the video pertains to the effectiveness with which players can farm and upgrade their structures. The script provides strategies to maximize efficiency, such as skipping less cost-effective farm levels and focusing on those that provide the best return on investment.

💡Max Level Farms

A 'max level farm' refers to a farm that has been upgraded to its highest possible level in the game. The video emphasizes the goal of achieving 8 max level farms as a strategic priority, as this allows players to generate the most income and thus have more resources to defend against enemy waves.

💡Hardcore Mode

The 'hardcore mode' mentioned in the script is a more challenging game setting where players receive more money from enemies, thus affecting the farming strategy. The video advises against upgrading farms beyond level 3 in such modes, as the increased income from enemies compensates for the lack of farm income.

Highlights

Farms are essential in Tower Defense Simulator games for earning money to purchase towers and upgrades.

Joining the Paradoxum Games group gives an additional 100 coins at the start of a game.

Waiting until the end of a wave before upgrading farms ensures having enough money for the next level.

Positioning farms in locations where towers won't be placed is recommended.

If a DJ is present, place farms close to towers to reduce costs for both.

Focusing on defenses is crucial, knowing key waves and necessary tower upgrades.

Avoid overdefending; aim for 8 max level farms by wave 24 or 25.

Understanding key farm statistics like 'Waves to recoup upgrade' is important.

The 'Total price to income ratio' helps in determining the cost-effectiveness of farm upgrades.

Efficiency of each farm level is measured by the upgrade cost versus additional money produced.

Level 0 farms have a total price to income ratio of 5 to 1, making them less efficient.

Level 1 farms offer a better cost-to-income ratio and recoup upgrades faster.

Level 2 farms are one of the most cost-effective, recouping the upgrade cost in 3 waves.

Level 3 farms are very cost-effective, with a good balance between cost and income.

Level 4 farms are the least cost-effective with the lowest return on investment.

Level 5 farms, despite their high cost, are more cost-efficient than level 4 farms.

Prioritize getting 8 level 3 farms for optimal cost efficiency.

In hardcore or special modes, focus on getting level 3 farms as higher levels provide diminishing returns.

After achieving 8 level 3 farms, start upgrading to level 5 one by one.

Efficient farming can provide a significant advantage, allowing for earlier defense and more powerful tower purchases.

Proper farming can lead to a 15% more efficient farming rate, resulting in more powerful end-game towers.

Transcripts

Farms are a vital part of an any Tower  Defense Simulator game. They provide you  

with the money you need to purchase towers and  upgrades, so it is important to know how to farm  

effectively. So in this video, i will show you  how to farm correctly to get the most amount of  

money. Before we get into the video lets check out  some tips that will ensure your farming is great. 

First, Join the Paradoxum Games group. This will  give you 100 more coins when you start a game. 

Second, Always wait until the end of a wave before  upgrading your farms. This will ensure that you  

have enough money to upgrade to the next level. Third, Position your farms in locations where you  

will not place towers in. However, if you or one  of your teammates has a DJ, make sure that the  

farms are placed close to the towers so that you  can reduce the cost of both the farms and towers. 

And the last tip is that You should never forget  about defenses. You should know the key waves for  

stronger and harder enemies and what upgrades on  what towers you will need to get to avoid losing.  

It's recommended to not overdefend and instead  get 8 max lvl farms on about wave 24 or 25. 

Before we get into the stats of the farm,  let's talk about some of the key statistics  

that you need to understand about farms. Waves to recoup upgrade is the number of  

waves it will take to earn back the  money that you spent on an upgrade. 

Total price to income ratio is the  total cost of a farm divided by the  

amount of money it generates per wave. And lastly the efficiency of each farm  

level will be measured by dividing the upgrade  cost by the additional money produced. This will  

provide a return on investment metric  for each upgrade, which can be used  

to determine the most efficient upgrades. So now lets see all of the levels of farm 

First let's start off with level 0, it costs 250  cash to place and it gives 50 cash, to recoup that  

you need to wait 5 waves and its total price  to income ratio is 5 to 1 which is not that  

great when compared to other levels of the farm. A level 1 farm costs 200 and produces double  

the income of a level 0 farm, for a  total cost-to-income ratio of 4.5.  

The upgrade recoups itself in 2 waves  and returns its investment in 4 waves. 

A level 2 farm costs 550 and produces 150  more income than a level 1 farm. It is  

one of the most cost-effective levels,  recouping the upgrade cost in 3 waves.  

And returning its investment in 3.6 waves A level 3 farm costs twice as much as a level  

2 farm in total price but produces twice as much  income. It is a very cost-effective level, and it  

is better to buy one level 3 farm than two level  2 farms, as it does not waste the placement limit.  

The farm pays and returns the investment for 4  waves and recoups the upgrade cost in 2 waves. 

A level 4 farm is the least cost-effective level,  as it has the lowest return to investment ratio of  

10 wave, so you should never spam level 4 farms. A level 5 farm is the maximum level and produces  

twice as much income than a level 4 farm. It  costs more than twice as much than a level 4 farm,  

for a total cost-to-income ratio of 6.33.  It recoups the upgrade in 4 waves but its  

still more cost efficient than a level 4 farm. Now that we've done talking about the stats,  

lets talk about the main priorities  you should get when farming 

Your first priority in farming should  always be getting 8 level 3 farms,  

you should never spam level 0 farms and get lvl 2  and 3 farms as much as possible since they are the  

most cost efficient levels. After you have gotten  8 level 3 farms, you should start upgrading farms  

one by one to level 5. However, you should not  upgrade your farms farther than level 3 if you  

play hardcore or any special mode since you will  get enough money from enemies in these modes. 

To get all the farms to level 5 correctly,  you should focus on getting level 5 farms  

one by one. However, if a wave ends and you  only have enough money for a level 4 farm,  

you should still upgrade it to level 4 and  upgrade another farm to level 5 after the  

wave starts. After you get all of your farms to  level 5, you should start focusing on defenses. 

To test the efficiency of farming properly, I  played a game with two other people. One person  

defended, and the other person farmed badly,  while I farmed properly using the strategies  

and tips in this video. I started by getting  8 level 3 farms and then skipped level 4 farms  

whenever possible. I was able to get all of my  farms to level 5 by the beginning of wave 20.The  

other person farmed badly by getting 8 level  0 farms and then upgrading them to level 1, 2,  

and so on. They were not able to get all of their  farms to level 5 until the end of wave 23.This  

test shows that farming properly can give you a  significant advantage. By farming efficiently,  

you can get more money faster, which allows you  to defend earlier and purchase more powerful  

towers.In a typical game, farming properly can  give you a 15% more efficient farming rate. This  

means that you can get 1 or 2 more maxed out  accelerators or rangers by the end of the game. 

If you made it to this point, consider  subscribing and sharing this video with  

lower level friends as this video took me 4 months  to make. Thanks for watching and have a good day