Developers increased the banner appearance rates for "loved" units like Idol to make them more accessible to the player base.
New Hypersonic and Necro eggs have been teased, with an "egg opening" event expected soon. Current Meta & Top Tier Units
Added new keyboard shortcuts for upgrading and selling units, fixed mobile-specific upgrade bugs, and overhauled the voting system to skip countdowns once everyone has voted.
Frieren is widely considered the best stat-wise for Infinite mode. Blood Queen
The on March 21, 2026, introduced several mechanical and quality-of-life changes to the OG ASTD: ALL STAR TOWER DEFENSE UPDATED
As of April 2026, has seen a significant "Revival Update" alongside the continued development of its successor, All Star Tower Defense X (ASTDX) . This update cycle has brought new life to the original game, which is currently experiencing a massive resurgence in player activity. Recent Update Highlights (2026)
Provides global coverage and reliable AoE, a staple for high-level survival.