- Smash the City weapon unlocks progress through the weapon track: Missile, Tornado, Nuke, Tsunami, Meteor, Black Hole, Orbital Laser.
- Coins are the currency that drives unlocks — destroy buildings and hit 25%/50%/75%/95% destruction milestones.
- Best early pick: Missile for isolated targets; best late pick: Black Hole for dense clusters.
- Unlock high-cost weapons only after your farming route can support repeated full-city runs.
- The active code SMASH grants 5,000 coins on the official Roblox game page.
How Weapon Unlocks Work in Smash the City
Smash the City by Kabooom Crew offers 50+ weapons across 11 maps, and nearly all of them are gated behind a weapon progression track. You start with basic focused tools like the Missile, then unlock larger-scale options — Nuke, Tsunami, Meteor, Black Hole, and Orbital Laser — by spending the coins you earn from destroying buildings.
Each unlock tier roughly matches the destruction scale of the weapon:
| Progression Stage | Weapon Category | Examples | Role |
|---|---|---|---|
| Early | Projectile | Missile | Focused single-target damage |
| Early-Mid | Weather | Tornado | Multi-target sweeping damage |
| Mid | Nuclear | Nuke | Wide-area burst destruction |
| Mid-Late | Water / Impact | Tsunami, Meteor | Lane clearing, heavy clustered damage |
| Late | Singularity / Orbital | Black Hole, Orbital Laser | Large-scale and high-value target destruction |
Avoid buying a high-tier weapon before your coin income can sustain it. A strong farming loop with mid-tier weapons like the Tornado or Nuke often outearns saving up too long for the Black Hole.
Weapon Tier List for Unlock Planning
When deciding which unlock to buy next, judge weapons by practical clearing speed, not just listed damage. This tier breakdown reflects both late-game power and progression value.
| Tier | Weapon | Strengths | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| S | Black Hole | Huge area coverage, strong late-game clearing | Dense destruction zones, full-map runs |
| S | Orbital Laser | High-impact focused strikes | Major structures, priority targets |
| A | Nuke | Very high burst damage, broad zone | Burst farming, clustered structures |
| A | Meteor | Strong impact damage, good coverage | Mid-to-late progression clearing |
| A | Tsunami | Wide sweeping wave | Open areas, long lines of buildings |
| B | Tornado | Covers multiple nearby targets | Routine farming, compact groups |
| B | Missile | Straightforward targeted damage | Early progression, isolated targets |
Early Unlocks
- Missile for controlled attacks
- Tornado for grouped targets
- Low cost, quick payback
Mid Unlocks
- Nuke for burst farming
- Tsunami for lane clearing
- Best coin-per-minute value
Late Unlocks
- Black Hole for mass clearing
- Orbital Laser for big targets
- Peak destruction efficiency
A lower-tier weapon is not a bad purchase — Missile and Tornado carry most of your early farming before the Nuke pays for itself.
Step-by-Step: Fastest Path to Late-Game Weapons
Follow this order to reach the Black Hole and Orbital Laser without stalling your economy.
Redeem the Active Code
Enter the code SMASH in-game for 5,000 free coins — an instant head start on your first real unlock. Verify current code status on the official Roblox game page.
Farm with Your Starter Weapon
Clear nearby buildings in compact clusters. Focus on quick kills with the Missile rather than chasing isolated targets across the map.
Buy the Tornado, Build a Loop
Unlock the Tornado and run a fixed loop through adjacent buildings. Dense routes make early coin income predictable.
Push Destruction Milestones
Every run, aim for at least the 25% and 50% destruction milestones — milestone payouts stack on top of per-building income and fund the Nuke or Tsunami.
Invest in Late-Game Power
Once the Nuke loop runs smoothly, save for the Black Hole and Orbital Laser. These turn dense districts and large structures into fast, repeatable clears.
Claim milestone rewards before making major weapon purchases. Planning buys with your full balance prevents overspending on a mid-tier unlock.
Destruction Milestones and Coin Income
Coins come from two sources: per-building destruction income and milestone rewards at set destruction percentages. Plan full-city runs around these checkpoints.
| Milestone | Trigger | Reward | Planning Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25% | One quarter of city destroyed | Milestone reward + accumulated income | Good target for short sessions |
| 50% | Half the city destroyed | Milestone reward + accumulated income | Checkpoint to judge route efficiency |
| 75% | Three quarters cleared | Milestone reward + accumulated income | Requires a reliable route and weapon |
| 95% | Near-complete destruction | Final major milestone reward | Locate last targets, finish the run |
Weapons with wide area coverage (Nuke, Tsunami, Black Hole) hit milestones faster per attack than single-target tools. Save them for dense districts.
Matching Weapons to Maps and Targets
Different map areas reward different weapons. Match your newest unlock to the terrain for the best return.
| Map Area | Best Weapon Fit | Recommended Approach |
|---|---|---|
| Dense building clusters | Black Hole, Nuke | Sweep clusters, finish stragglers with Missile |
| Long street lines | Tsunami | Send the wave down the lane for chained damage |
| Large structures | Orbital Laser, Meteor | Sustained high damage on priority targets |
| Open routes between zones | Travel only | Reposition, don't waste attacks on empty space |
A compact loop through adjacent buildings usually beats raw weapon power. Build the route, then pick the weapon that clears it fastest.
Unlock Goals Checklist and FAQ
Weapon Progression Goals:
- Redeem the SMASH code for 5,000 starting coins
- Unlock Tornado and build a fixed farming loop
- Reach the 50% destruction milestone in a single run
- Unlock Nuke or Tsunami for burst farming
- Save for Black Hole and Orbital Laser
Kabooom Crew adds new weapons through events and updates. Check the official Roblox game page and Kabooom Crew community before spending your entire balance.
Q: How do weapon unlocks work in Smash the City?
Weapons unlock through the in-game progression track using coins earned from destroying buildings and hitting destruction milestones. Early unlocks like the Missile and Tornado are cheap, while the Black Hole and Orbital Laser sit at the top of the track.
Q: What is the best first weapon unlock in Smash the City?
The Tornado is usually the strongest early purchase. It damages multiple grouped targets, making repeated farming loops far more efficient than single-target Missile runs.
Q: How do I get coins faster for weapon unlocks?
Combine three sources: a dense building loop, your highest-efficiency available weapon, and destruction milestone rewards at 25%, 50%, 75%, and 95%. Redeeming the active SMASH code also gives 5,000 coins.
Q: Are the Black Hole and Orbital Laser worth saving for?
Yes, but only after your farming economy is stable. The Black Hole excels at dense clusters, and the Orbital Laser at major structures. Buy mid-tier options like the Nuke first if your income is still inconsistent.