Underplayed Gems

Spec Defense (2018)

Spec Defense cover
Developer
k.Song Tan
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Casual, Indie, Strategy
Rating
3.6 of 5, 11 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 5.9 hours
Where to get it
Steam

How it feels

a methodical tower defense game where you plan mazes and upgrade towers at your own pace.

classicstrategicdeliberatemethodicalmaze-basedtacticalnon-linear

What players say

Players say Spec Defense is a bare-bones tower defense game with a difficulty curve that punishes newcomers, forcing replay of earlier levels to grind stars for upgrades. The path-building mechanic sets it apart, but many find the balance off and the presentation lacking polish.

Screenshots

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