Rebirth is one of those mechanics that intimidates new players. You’ve spent hours building up your speed, and now the game wants you to… reset it all? That sounds terrible.
But here’s the truth: Rebirth is actually how you progress faster. Not slower. Faster.
Let’s break down exactly how Rebirth works, when to use it, and why it’s essential for anyone serious about Escape Tsunami for Brainrots.
What Is Rebirth?
Rebirth is a prestige mechanic. When you Rebirth:
- ❌ Your speed resets to level 1
- ✅ You keep your Brainrots and their income
- ✅ You keep your carry capacity upgrades
- ✅ You keep your base storage
- ✅ You gain a permanent money multiplier
That multiplier is the key. Every subsequent upgrade costs the same, but you’re earning more money per second. So you rebuild faster than before.
The Multiplier Explained
Each Rebirth increases your income multiplier. Here’s how it compounds:
| Rebirth Level | Approximate Multiplier |
|---|---|
| 0 (No Rebirth) | 1.0x |
| 1 | 1.5x |
| 2 | 2.0x |
| 3 | 2.5x |
| 4 | 3.0x |
| 5 | 3.5x |
| 10 | ~5-6x |
| 15 | ~7-8x |
| 20 | Maximum (~10x+) |
Note: Actual multipliers may vary based on game updates, but the pattern holds.
The Math That Matters
Let’s say you earn 100 money/minute at Rebirth 0.
- After Rebirth 1 (1.5x): 150 money/minute
- After Rebirth 2 (2.0x): 200 money/minute
- After Rebirth 5 (3.5x): 350 money/minute
- After Rebirth 10 (5x): 500 money/minute
Same base income, but your multiplier makes everything faster. Upgrades that used to take an hour now take 20 minutes.
When Should You Rebirth?
This is the million-dollar question. Here’s our framework:
The 50% Rule
Rebirth when you can rebuild to 50%+ of your current speed within 10-15 minutes.
Examples:
- At speed 60 with solid income? Rebirth, get to speed 30-35 quickly.
- At speed 100 with decent income? Rebirth, aim for speed 50+.
If you can hit that 50% mark quickly, the multiplier will carry you past your old speed in about an hour of play.
Good Times to Rebirth
| Situation | Should Rebirth? |
|---|---|
| Just finished a big farming session | ✅ Yes |
| After Admin Abuse (income is high) | ✅ Yes |
| Stable income, no events coming | ✅ Yes |
| Hit a speed milestone, explored it | ✅ Yes |
Bad Times to Rebirth
| Situation | Should Rebirth? |
|---|---|
| Admin Abuse is tomorrow | ❌ Wait |
| Just unlocked a new zone | ❌ Explore first |
| Low income, would take forever to rebuild | ❌ Farm more first |
| In the middle of an event | ❌ Finish the event |
Rebirth Strategy by Stage
Early Game (Rebirth 0-3)
Rebirth early and often. The first few multipliers make a huge difference.
When to trigger:
- Rebirth 1: Around speed 40-60
- Rebirth 2: Around speed 60-80
- Rebirth 3: Around speed 80-100
Don’t wait until you’re “maxed.” The multipliers help you get there faster.
Mid Game (Rebirth 4-10)
You’re in a rhythm now. Each rebirth takes longer to earn back, but the multipliers are chunky.
When to trigger:
- Every 30-50 speed levels after previous rebuild
- After major events when income is boosted
- When progression feels slow
Late Game (Rebirth 11-20)
Rebirths are significant investments now. Plan them around events and goals.
When to trigger:
- After Admin Abuse surges
- When approaching rebirth requirements naturally
- When you want to refresh the grind
The Rebirth System (All 20 Levels)
The game has 20 Rebirth levels. Here’s the rough progression:
| Rebirth | Speed Required | Multiplier Gain |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | ~40-60 | +0.5x |
| 2 | ~60-80 | +0.5x |
| 3 | ~80-100 | +0.5x |
| 4 | ~100-120 | +0.5x |
| 5 | ~120-140 | +0.5x |
| 6-10 | Progressive | Progressive |
| 11-15 | High | Progressive |
| 16-20 | Very High | Maximum |
Note: Exact requirements vary. Check in-game for current numbers.
Why 20 Levels?
The cap at 20 gives endgame players something to chase while preventing infinite scaling. At Rebirth 20, you’re earning nearly 10x baseline - that’s substantial.
What Carries Over vs. What Resets
Let’s be crystal clear:
Keeps (Safe)
- ✅ All Brainrots in your base
- ✅ All income those Brainrots generate
- ✅ Carry capacity upgrades
- ✅ Base storage and expansions
- ✅ All previous Rebirth multipliers
Resets (Lost)
- ❌ Speed level (back to 1)
- ❌ That’s it
Most of your progress is safe. Only speed resets. And with higher multipliers, you rebuild speed faster than before.
Rebirth Psychology
Let’s address the mental block many players have:
“But I worked so hard for this speed!”
You did. And you’ll reach it again, faster, thanks to multipliers. The first time to speed 100 might take 10 hours. After Rebirth 5? Maybe 3 hours.
“What if I can never rebuild?”
You will. The base income from your Brainrots is unchanged. You’re just starting from speed 1 with a bigger multiplier.
“Shouldn’t I wait until I’m maxed?”
No. Waiting until “max” means progressing at 1x multiplier when you could be at 3x or 5x. The opportunity cost is massive.
The Mindset Shift
Think of Rebirth as “upgrading your character” rather than “losing progress.” Your multiplier is a permanent power increase that makes everything easier.
Rebirth and Events
Events interact with Rebirth in important ways:
Before Admin Abuse
Do NOT Rebirth right before Admin Abuse. You need speed to farm the good spawns.
Plan your Rebirths so you’re rebuilt by Wednesday/Saturday.
After Admin Abuse
Great time to Rebirth. You just got a massive income boost from the event. That elevated income means faster rebuilding.
Radioactive Events
Less affected by speed. You can participate fine at low speed. Still, don’t Rebirth mid-event.
Common Rebirth Mistakes
Mistake 1: Never Rebirthing
“I’ll reach speed 200 first!”
You’re making the game 5x harder than it needs to be. Rebirth unlocks easier progression.
Mistake 2: Too Frequent Rebirths
Rebirthing every 20 speed levels leaves you constantly weak. Give each Rebirth time to pay off.
Mistake 3: Rebirthing Before Events
Showing up to Admin Abuse at speed 20? You’ll miss all the good spawns. Time it better.
Mistake 4: Ignoring Later Rebirths
Some players stop at Rebirth 3-4 because “that’s enough.” The later multipliers are still valuable!
Mistake 5: Not Farming After Rebirth
Some players Rebirth and then log off. The Rebirth isn’t helpful if you don’t use it. Farm!
Optimizing Your Rebirth
Tip 1: Rebirth After Peak Farming Sessions
If you just finished a 2-hour grinding session, your income is probably solid. Good time to consider Rebirth.
Tip 2: Chunk Your Rebirths
Rather than random Rebirth timing, plan them:
- Rebirth after hitting speed milestones
- Rebirth after major events
- Rebirth when entering new weeks of play
Tip 3: Track Your Rebuild Times
After each Rebirth, note how long it takes to hit key speed levels. You should notice it getting faster each time.
Tip 4: Don’t Rush Early Levels
After Rebirth, levels 1-30 are cheap. Don’t stress about efficiency here - just farm normally and they’ll come quick.
Tip 5: Use Events to Accelerate Rebuilds
If you Rebirth and Admin Abuse is a day away, grind what you can. The event will boost your rebuild significantly.
FAQ
Is Rebirth required to progress?
Not “required,” but highly recommended. You can technically reach endgame without Rebirth, but it would take 5-10x longer.
What’s the best Rebirth level to stop at?
There is no “stop.” Keep rebirthing until you hit 20. Each one helps.
Can I skip Rebirth levels?
No. You must do Rebirth 1 before Rebirth 2, etc. The progression is linear.
Do multipliers stack?
Yes. Rebirth 5 gives you the total combined multiplier, not just the difference from Rebirth 4.
What if I regret Rebirth?
You won’t. The initial speed loss feels bad, but within an hour you’ll be progressing faster than before.
Related Guides
- Speed Upgrade Guide - Rebuild that speed efficiently
- Beginner’s Guide - Overall game mechanics
- Tips and Tricks - General progression strategies
- Admin Abuse Event Guide - Time Rebirths around events
Go forth and multiply (your income). 📈