Some advice - wait until a day when Andy's got really drunk (say 15+ beers). Then keep betting 40$ but don't go for a high-scoring point level, (get a few 20s and 30s) in order to get lots of money.
A fast-forward button would be a nice addition, as well a "veteran" status for troops who have killed a certain amount of aliens. This could give a higher fire rate, or damage boost or something similar.
"Spinning around your enemy like a whirl wind, you attack him from every possible angle."
Wow, that Guardian of Dreams sure looks like a woman. Just goes to show what I know.