Some monster names and role descriptions come from community gameplay documentation because the publisher does not provide a complete public database. They are identified as observed rather than guaranteed to be the full current roster.
Fast answer
The answer before the background
The confirmed named heroes and allies are Slow Joe, Cousin Welder, Uncle Hairy, Grandma Mau and Betty. Joe is the main defender. Welder specializes in flamethrowing, Uncle Hairy is an armed damage dealer, Grandma Mau is another family combat helper, and Betty is associated with a heavy shotgun and rocket launcher. The main monster families include crocodiles, brown crocodiles, turtles, rats, beavers, otters, skunks, flies, raccoons, armadillos, Chinese crocodiles, newts, squirrels, monkeys, cats, red pandas, wolverines, foxes, snow owls and bears, with large alligator, Nian and bear encounters appearing as boss fights. Exact stage unlocks are not officially documented, so use the level map and character screen in your installed version as the final authority.
Roster
Named heroes and family allies
The cast is built around a single player-controlled defender and several family members who add firepower. The official store descriptions consistently identify Slow Joe as the character defending the cabin and name Cousin Welder, Uncle Hairy and Grandma Mau as backup. They are not presented as a traditional party with freely interchangeable classes; instead, they function as combat support alongside the player’s weapon loadout.
Betty is a later named addition. The United States App Store update notes for version 1.2.1 and version 1.2.2 describe her as a swamp mechanic equipped with a heavy-duty shotgun and rocket launcher. Because the current Google Play description does not list her separately, her availability and presentation may vary by platform or account progression.
- Slow Joe: The main playable defender. His role is direct shooting, supported by the weapon arsenal.
- Cousin Welder: A flamethrower-focused family ally, useful for sustained area pressure.
- Uncle Hairy: An armed family member whose official description emphasizes combat support rather than a named elemental specialty.
- Grandma Mau: A family combat helper. The store listing confirms her presence but does not publish detailed statistics.
- Betty: A swamp mechanic associated with a heavy shotgun and rocket launcher in official App Store update notes.
| Character | Verified role | Unlock information |
|---|---|---|
| Slow Joe | Main defender controlled by the player | Available as the central character; no separate unlock requirement is publicly listed. |
| Cousin Welder | Flamethrower support | The official listing confirms the character, but not a precise stage or currency requirement. |
| Uncle Hairy | Armed combat support | The official listing confirms the character, but not a precise stage or currency requirement. |
| Grandma Mau | Family combat support | The official listing confirms the character, but not a precise stage or currency requirement. |
| Betty | Heavy shotgun and rocket launcher support | Added in App Store update notes; exact current unlock conditions are not publicly documented. |
There is no reliable official table showing character levels, damage values, cooldowns, rarity, or exact unlock stages. Avoid guides that present those numbers as universal unless they identify the game version and platform.
Enemies
Observed monster roster
The enemies are animals and mutant creatures that advance toward the cabin. The official store pages confirm broad groups such as crocodiles, gators, beavers and rats, while community gameplay footage identifies additional creatures encountered across the Deep South, China and Russia-themed regions.
The list below is best treated as a practical observed roster rather than an official, permanent encyclopedia. Names can describe a base creature, a regional variant or a boss-sized encounter. A creature appearing in gameplay does not necessarily mean it has a collectible character entry or a separate unlock.
- Crocodile and brown crocodile.
- Turtle, rat, beaver and otter.
- Skunk, fly, raccoon and armadillo.
- Chinese crocodile, newt and squirrel.
- Monkey, cat and red panda.
- Wolverine, fox, snow owl and bear.
- Large alligator, Nian and bear boss encounters.
| Enemy group | Practical threat | Useful response |
|---|---|---|
| Small or quick animals | They can cross the lane quickly and punish missed shots. | Use accurate rapid-fire weapons and watch the nearest target. |
| Crocodiles and regional crocodiles | They are common advancing enemies, with variants that may require more attention. | Use a reliable primary weapon and reserve explosives for groups. |
| Large animals and bosses | They absorb more damage and can become dangerous while smaller enemies surround them. | Combine the strongest available weapon with family support and timed area attacks. |
| Mixed waves | Different speeds and health values make target priority important. | Remove fast attackers first, then focus on the biggest remaining threat. |
The large alligator, Nian and bear encounters are documented in community gameplay footage. The public store descriptions confirm bosses and regional monsters generally, but do not provide a complete official boss catalogue.
Progression
How characters and monsters unlock
The safest verified answer is that progression follows the campaign and its regional worlds. The official store pages describe starting in the Deep South and advancing toward swamps associated with China and Russia. New monsters appear as the campaign expands, while family assistance is introduced through the game’s progression and character systems.
Exact unlock stages for Welder, Uncle Hairy, Grandma Mau and Betty are not stated in the current public store descriptions. For that reason, do not rely on a single fixed stage number unless it matches your platform and installed build. Open the character or support screen after each major campaign milestone, and check event or seasonal menus separately because temporary content may not use the normal campaign unlock path.
- Advance through campaign levels to reveal new regions and enemy types.
- Check the character or family-support menu after completing milestone levels.
- Read each character card in the installed game for its current cost or requirement.
- Treat event, Battle Pass and seasonal characters as separate from the permanent campaign roster.
- If an ally is missing, update from the official store and confirm that the feature is available in your region.
| Question | Best evidence-led answer |
|---|---|
| Are there secret characters? | No secret character code or hidden permanent character has been verified from official sources. Claims about secret unlocks should be treated as unconfirmed. |
| Can every monster be played? | No. The published descriptions present the animals as enemies attacking the cabin, not as playable units. |
| Are characters towers? | Not exactly. They support the defender, while weapons, bombs, rockets and environmental attacks provide much of the tower-defense toolkit. |
| Does every platform have the same roster? | Not necessarily. Android and iOS store pages show different update details, and rollout timing can differ. |
The Android listing identifies Moving Eye as the developer and shows a September 4, 2026 update. The iOS listing separately records Betty in earlier update notes. Compare the in-game character screen with the store version before assuming a missing ally is locked.
Strategy
Which character is strongest?
There is no officially published strongest-character ranking, and the allies are designed around different combat functions rather than a universal tier list. Slow Joe remains the essential character because he is the player’s direct source of aim and weapon control. The best support depends on the wave: flamethrower-style area damage is attractive against groups, while heavy shotgun and rocket support is more useful when a wave mixes durable targets with clustered enemies.
A practical choice is to use the ally whose attack covers the weakness of your current weapon. If your primary gun handles large targets but struggles against swarms, choose area pressure. If small enemies are already easy to clear, favor heavier burst damage for bosses and armored-looking variants. Upgrade the weapon you use most often before chasing an unverified character tier list.
- Best overall foundation: Slow Joe plus a well-upgraded primary weapon.
- Best apparent area-pressure option: Cousin Welder, based on the official flamethrower description.
- Best apparent heavy-burst option: Betty, based on the shotgun and rocket launcher update notes.
- Best choice for a specific level: the ally whose attack complements the incoming wave, not a universal ranking.
- Do not spend resources based only on rarity claims or unofficial damage tables.
| Situation | Recommended approach |
|---|---|
| Many weak enemies | Favor sustained or area damage and keep a rapid weapon ready. |
| A boss with supporting mobs | Use burst damage for the boss while clearing the nearest fast enemies first. |
| Limited ammunition | Let support characters handle suitable targets and reserve premium weapons for dangerous clusters. |
| Unknown new region | Play one level to identify enemy speed and durability before committing upgrades. |
The role-based advice in this section is a practical recommendation inferred from the weapons named in the official descriptions. It is not an official ranking or proof that one character has the highest damage.
FAQ
Common questions
Who is the main character in Swamp Attack 2?
Slow Joe is the central defender and the character associated with the player’s cabin defense. The official store descriptions identify him as the character facing the mutant animals.
Who are the family characters?
The officially named family allies are Cousin Welder, Uncle Hairy and Grandma Mau. Betty is also named in the United States App Store update notes as a swamp mechanic with a heavy shotgun and rocket launcher.
What are all the monsters in the game?
The publicly observed roster includes crocodiles, brown crocodiles, turtles, rats, beavers, otters, skunks, flies, raccoons, armadillos, Chinese crocodiles, newts, squirrels, monkeys, cats, red pandas, wolverines, foxes, snow owls and bears, plus large alligator, Nian and bear boss encounters. This should not be treated as a guaranteed complete list for every current build.
Is there a secret character unlock?
No official source reviewed here confirms a secret character code or hidden permanent character. Check the current character menu and official event notes instead of trusting unsupported unlock claims.
Which is the strongest character?
There is no verified official strongest-character ranking. Slow Joe is essential because he is player-controlled, while Welder and Betty appear suited to area pressure and heavy burst damage respectively. Choose according to the wave and your weapon upgrades.
Why can I not find Betty?
Betty is documented in iOS update notes, but the current Android description does not list her by name. She may be tied to progression, a platform-specific rollout or an update state. Check for the latest official update and inspect the in-game support menu.
Sources
What we checked
Official listings establish current availability and product facts. Community pages are used for mechanics and build history, then labeled separately.