Underplayed Gems

ORX (2022)

ORX cover
Developer
johnbell
Publisher
CRITICAL REFLEX
Genres
Casual, Early Access, Indie, RPG, Simulation, Strategy
Rating
3.4 of 5, 679 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 10 hours
Where to get it
Steam
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How it feels

A methodical tower-defense deckbuilder where you place cards to fend off relentless waves, demanding careful planning and resource management.

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What players say

Players are sharply divided on ORX. Many say the game was fun until a major update removed content and broke core mechanics, with bugs causing crashes and impossible battles. Others appreciate the unique Carcassonne-meets-tower-defense concept and say the developer is actively fixing issues, though balance is still awkward.

Screenshots

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