Ape Tag Guide: Two roles and what each one wants
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OverviewApe Tag is a fast-paced tag game on Roblox where up to 18 players split into two roles: Monkeys who run, and Lava Monkeys who chase. This guide covers how both roles work, how to earn and spend currencies, and what to aim for as you level up.
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Ape Tag
Two roles and what each one wants
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Every round assigns you to one of two sides. Monkeys need to stay alive until the timer runs out, while Lava Monkeys need to tag as many Monkeys as they can. The win condition flips completely depending on which side you are on, so check your role at the start of every round.
| Monkey | survive until time runs out to win |
| Lava Monkey | tag other players to win |
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Getting started as a Monkey
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Your three tools as a Monkey are running, climbing, and jumping. Combining them well is what separates players who survive from those who get tagged early. The game is built around hidden routes, and finding them opens up escape options that most players will never reach.
- Learn the controls spend your first rounds testing how running, climbing, and jumping feel together
- Read the map spot every climbable surface and note any dead ends
- Hunt for hidden routes check walls, high ledges, and ceiling-level areas
Crystals and Shards
TipsCrystals and Shards are the two currencies in Ape Tag. Both are used to unlock cosmetics such as skins, emotes, and effects.
- You earn Crystals and Shards by playing and surviving rounds
- Free Crystals are available every Saturday
- Joining the official group gives you a bonus
- Every cosmetic unlock — skins, emotes, effects — comes from spending Crystals or Shards
Level milestones worth knowing
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The game tracks your progress through five badge levels. Each one signals a step up in skill and time invested.
| Level | What it signals |
|---|---|
| 10 | Your dedication is starting to show |
| 20 | You are more than a casual runner |
| 30 | Only skilled players reach this point |
| 40 | Among Ape Tag's strongest players |
| 50 | A massive milestone reached by very few |
Staying safe with codes and rewards
WarnCodes give you in-game rewards but come with an expiry date and can only be used once.
Glossary
Glossary- Lava Monkey
- The chasing role in Ape Tag — your goal is to tag Monkeys before the timer runs out.
- Monkey
- The escaping role in Ape Tag — your goal is to survive until time runs out without being tagged.
- Crystals
- A currency earned by playing and surviving, used to unlock cosmetic items.
- Shards
- A second currency earned through play, also spent on cosmetic unlocks.
- Cosmetics
- Decorative items including skins, emotes, and effects that change how your character looks.
Common questions
FAQHow do Monkeys win a round?
Monkeys win by staying alive until the timer runs out. Keep running, climbing, and jumping to stay away from Lava Monkeys, and use hidden routes to make yourself harder to follow.
What is the fastest way to earn Crystals?
Survive rounds, because that is what earns you Crystals and Shards. Log in every Saturday to collect the free Crystal bonus, and join the official group for an extra boost on top of that.
Is Level 50 actually reachable?
Yes, but the developers describe it as a milestone that very few players ever hit.
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