Underplayed Gems

Arc Defence (2020)

Arc Defence cover
Developer
SWS TEAM
Platforms
Windows, macOS, Linux
Genres
Indie, Strategy
Rating
2.9 of 5, 7 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 1.4 hours
Where to get it
Steam
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How it feels

A hectic top-down tower defense where enemies actively fight back, requiring careful upgrades and special abilities to repel massive waves.

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What players say

Players describe a tower defense with an energy grid mechanic where towers need power from separate energy towers. The enemy units shoot back, which combined with tight balance and upgrade demands creates a steep difficulty spike by the fourth level. Some players report the mouse cursor barely moves, while others cannot place towers at all, calling the game broken.

Screenshots

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