How to Get More Barricades in Orcs Must Die! Deathtrap

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Running out of barricades in Orcs Must Die! Deathtrap? Feeling like the game is rationing them like an ancient relic? Don’t worry—you’re not actually stuck with just 16 forever. The game just wants you to earn your extra roadblocks of destruction. Here’s a quick guide on how to get more barricades.

How to Unlock More Barricades (Yes, There’s Hope)

You actually have two main ways to increase your barricade count:

• Round Bonus Choices

  • As you progress, the game gives you choices for extra perks between rounds.

  • Some of these bonuses include things like grant +2 barricades.

  • You can hit 20+ barricades without even touching the skill tree.

• Skill Tree Upgrades

  • Yes, there are permanent barricade upgrades in the skill tree if you want to invest in them.

  • However, you don’t need to rely solely on skill points—the round bonuses alone can boost your barricade count significantly.

Barricade Strategy: Make the Most of What You Have

• Pay attention to round bonuses. If you see a barricade upgrade, take it—future you will thank you.

• Block unnecessary paths. If you’re dealing with multiple spawn points, funnel everything into one controlled kill zone.

• On bigger maps, force orcs onto the longest possible path so your traps can do maximum damage before they even get close.

Final Blurb

Yes, you start with what feels like way too few barricades. No, you’re not stuck with that number forever. Play more, pay attention to round bonuses, and invest in upgrades when you can. Before you know it, you’ll have all the barricades you need to herd orcs like an evil mastermind.

Now get back in there and start building your ultimate maze of destruction.

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