Underplayed Gems

Relic Guardian - Tower Defense (2025)

Relic Guardian - Tower Defense cover
Developer
Mystrigger
Publisher
Mystrigger, XD
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Adventure, Casual, Indie, RPG, Strategy
Rating
4.8 of 5, 1,073 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 12 hours
Where to get it
Steam
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How it feels

a pixel art tower defense game where you defend as a summoned hero, blending strategic placement with light RPG progression

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What players say

Players call it a charming, Kingdom Rush-inspired tower defense with a twist: you move towers and a controllable hero around. They praise the detailed pixel art and the many pop-culture easter eggs. The 20-ish-hour campaign is seen as short, and the menu music is a common annoyance.

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