Mission brief
Welcome to Anime Expeditions, the anime tower defense game on Roblox. This guide will take you from your first login to a competent mid-game lineup.
Last updated: July 20, 2026 Game version: [RELEASE] Developer: Expeditions Entertainment
What is Anime Expeditions?
Heroes from across the anime universe band together for the expedition of a lifetime. You summon units, level them up, evolve them, and fight waves of enemies across multiple game modes.
Core Game Systems
- Summoning — Pull for units from the gacha pool
- Evolution — Upgrade units to unlock new forms
- Traits — Reroll special ability modifiers on units
- Expeditions — Story stages, raids, and co-op modes
- Equipment — Gear up your units for harder content
Video Guide
These YouTube guides cover the early game in detail:
| Video | Creator | Views | What it Covers |
|---|---|---|---|
| The BIGGEST Mistakes Players Make | Radinal | 107K | Common beginner mistakes & how to avoid them |
| How To Begin Your Anime Expeditions Journey | Sebbyastian | 104K | First 30 minutes, summoning, team setup |
| The BEST Beginners Guide | Rexon | 26K | Step-by-step beginner path |
| How To Progress FAST | Ashira RBX | 60K | Fastest way to level up |
Tip: Watch at least the first two videos before spending resources.
Step-by-Step Start
Step 1: First Summon
- Complete the tutorial to earn your first summon currency
- Pull from the Release Banner — it has the highest value for beginners
- Aim for at least one Mythic unit to start
Step 2: Build Your First Team
Focus on coverage:
- 1 DPS carry — your highest rarity unit
- 1 Support — look for units with team buffs or rewind
- 1 Area control — units with AoE abilities
Units to watch for: Megumi, Puppet, Cursed Student — these are strong early-game carries
Step 3: Understand Rarities
| Rarity | Rarity Level | Strategy |
|---|---|---|
| Secret ⭐ | Highest | End-game goal. Don't reroll for these as a beginner |
| Mythic 🔮 | High | Your immediate targets for a strong start |
| Exclusive 💎 | Event | Limited banners — only summon if you're sure |
| Legendary 🟠 | Standard | Fill gaps in your roster while saving for Mythic |
Step 4: Learn the Game Modes
| Mode | Unlock | Focus |
|---|---|---|
| Story | Level 1 | Main progression path |
| Raid | Level 10+ | Boss fights, best rewards |
| Co-op | Level 15+ | Team up with friends |
| Expeditions | Level 20+ | Endurance mode, weekly rewards |
Step 5: Start Farming
Focus on resources in this order:
- Gold — always needed for upgrades
- Evolution Materials — for your main carry unit
- Trait Rerolls — save these for when you have a end-game unit
Free-to-Play Tips
- Don't waste currency on common banners — save for featured Mythic/Secret
- Daily logins — claim every day for free resources
- Complete achievements — first-time clear bonuses add up
- Join a guild — guild bonuses help progression
- Watch for codes — follow our codes page for updates
Beginner FAQ
What's the best unit to roll for as a beginner? Megumi (referenced in multiple YouTube guides) and Puppet (Mythic, strong utility) are excellent early-game targets.
How long to reach mid-game? With efficient play, you can reach mid-game (Level 20+ with a Mythic team) in about 8-12 hours of playtime.
Is the game pay-to-win? The game has paid currency (Robux) but all units can be obtained through F2P grinding. Focus on dailies and efficiency.
Related Guides
- All Units Database → — complete unit list with rarities
- Codes → — active codes
- Updates → — version history
- Traits Guide → — trait system explained