Megabonk hides more than just waves of enemies and chaotic builds—it also packs secret characters waiting to be unlocked. One of the most entertaining of these is Monke, but unlocking him takes more effort than simply finishing a stage. You’ll need to track down the elusive Golden Key and locate Monke’s cage in the Forest map. Here’s the full breakdown of how to do it.
Step 1: Unlock the Bananarang
Before you can add Monke to your roster, you must unlock his signature weapon: the Bananarang. During your runs, the Bananarang will eventually appear as a weapon option. Once it’s unlocked, purchase it from the Unlocks section in the main menu. This is one of the two requirements for freeing Monke.
Step 2: Finding the Golden Key
The Golden Key is essential for opening Monke’s cage, but it doesn’t behave like normal chest keys.
- World Spawn Only – The Golden Key appears randomly on the ground during a run. It is not tied to chest drops or upgrades.
- Same Run Requirement – You need to find the Golden Key in the same run where you also encounter the cage.
- Forest Advantage – While it can appear in any run, many players report better odds of finding it in the Forest stage.
- Patience Pays Off – Since it’s random, you may need several runs before it spawns. Explore thoroughly to maximize your chances.
Pro Tip: If you’ve already unlocked the Banana, the cage may visibly shake when you’re near it, helping confirm you’re in the right place.
Step 3: Locating Monke in the Forest
Monke is only found in the Forest map, and his cage doesn’t always appear in every run. This makes exploration the key to success:
- Check Side Paths – Don’t just rush toward the boss. Explore corners and hidden trails.
- Use Speed Upgrades – Movement speed boosts let you cover more ground quickly before the swarm timer forces you forward.
- Small Cage – The cage is fairly small and can be easy to miss, so sweep carefully.
Once you have the Golden Key in hand, approach the cage to free Monke. This will immediately trigger the unlock process.
See also: Megabonk All Characters Guide: How to Unlock Every Playable Character
Step 4: Completing the Unlock
After freeing Monke during your run, head back to the Unlocks screen in the main menu. Here you’ll be able to purchase Monke for 18 coins. This completes the process and permanently adds him to your roster.
What Monke Brings to the Game
Unlocking Monke isn’t just for bragging rights—he comes with unique perks:
- Starts with the Bananarang – A boomerang-style weapon that arcs back to you after being thrown.
- Wall Climbing – Monke can scale walls, giving him extra mobility across maps.
- Bonus Max HP – Each level up grants him additional max HP, making him a tankier option compared to other characters.
Unlocking Monke in Megabonk is a mix of persistence and exploration. The Golden Key spawns randomly, the cage doesn’t always appear, and the process can take several runs. But once you secure him, you’ll not only gain one of the game’s funniest hidden characters, but also the Monke achievement to show off your success.
If you’re ready to expand your roster and add some monkey business to your runs, hit the Forest, stay alert for the Golden Key, and keep searching until Monke is finally free. Play Now!
