Unofficial Age of Apes Guides

Introduction

Action Points (AP) in Age of Apes are a vital, gated resource for all players, whether you’re a beginner or an expert. AP is essential because it’s used to kill both small mutants and Gigantos, which can quickly translate into other valuable resources that are typically harder to acquire. For free-to-play players, in particular, efficient AP management can help bridge the gap between those who spend money, especially in recurring events like Planet Wars (KVK). This enables you to boost your gene power and overall functional strength during the event.

In this post, we’ll break down the fundamentals of collecting AP for free, allowing you to maximize your savings and strategically use it where it matters most.

The Basics

Like most resources in Age of Apes, you can accumulate AP much faster by spending money. But what if you want to avoid the pay-to-win route? Below, we’ll cover the staple, low-effort methods to build your AP savings for free, with minimal time and effort required.

Location	Type	Interval	AP Bottle Size & Qty	Total AP	Approx. Time Invested
Ape’s Tavern	N/A	Daily	100 x 3	300 AP	30 seconds
Impasse Trials	Minigame	Daily	100 x 2	200 AP	30 seconds
Coin Shop	Shop	Daily	500 x 2	1,000 AP	1 minute
Factory	Minigame	Daily	500 x 0-2	0-1,000 AP	2 minutes
Secret Shop	Shop	Daily	500 x Varies	Varies	3 minutes
Rewards Center	Ads	Daily	100 x 3	300 AP	3-5 minutes
Colin’s Quests	Quests	Daily	100 x 1	100 AP	15 minutes
VIP Shop	Shop	Weekly	100 x 30	3,000 AP	1 minute
Fortress Race	Minigame	2x/Month	Varies	500-5,000 AP	16 minutes total
Honors Shop	Shop	2x/Month	100 x 10	1,000 AP	2 minutes total
Cyclone Shop – Trade	Shop	Monthly	TBD	TBD	1 minute
Cyclone Shop – Bonus	Shop	Monthly	TBD	TBD	1 minute
Emporium – Display Income	Shop	Varies	100 x Varies	Varies	30 seconds
Gang Gifts	Random	Random	50 x Varies	Varies	30 seconds
			Total	6,400-11,900 AP	47-49 minutes
			Daily Total	1,900-2,900 AP	25-27 minutes

Putting It All Together

If your goal is to collect AP organically and for free in preparation for the next Planet Wars (KVK) event, following the basic daily collection path for about 45 days will guarantee you between 85,500 and 130,500 AP, requiring only a total of 19 hours and 53 minutes of your time.

By going the extra mile and completing the Weekly, Monthly, and 2x/Month tasks as well, you can earn an additional 6,000 to 18,000 AP, with just 24 more minutes of effort. Combined, this will give you between 91,500 and 148,500 AP over 45 days, with only around 20 hours and 16 minutes invested.

Though this certainly is not enough to max your gene research in KVK, keep in mind that this is not an exact representation of your maximum potential. Several factors—such as gang activity, your relic booth level, and your desire to purchase AP from the Secret Shop using CDs—can influence the collection and distribution rates based on your unique situation. Additionally, the AP collected from Ape’s Tavern daily is not in the form of AP bottles and you will more-than-likely be spending this to ensure you gain the most benefits out of your AP regeneration timer.

Conclusion

Maximizing your AP savings in Age of Apes doesn’t have to be a difficult or time-consuming task, especially for free-to-play players. By consistently taking advantage of the free methods outlined in this guide, you’ll be able to stockpile AP efficiently and stay competitive, even in major events like Planet Wars. Remember, it’s not always about how much AP you have but how smartly you use it. Prioritize your targets, save your AP for key moments, and you’ll see a significant boost in your overall progression without spending a dime.