Road Defense: Outsiders (2023)

Developer: Minicactus Games
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Action, Indie, Strategy
Rating: 4.2 of 5, 163 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 4.1 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A fast-paced blend of twin-stick shooting and tower defense where leveling up in short bursts fuels chaotic retro combat.

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What players say

Players describe it as a short, fun blend of tower defense and survivor-likes where you protect a moving convoy. Most finish in about 3 hours, and many say it's unbalanced: some towers and weapons are much stronger than others, and later waves can overwhelm despite maxed upgrades.

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