STARIO: Haven Tower (2025)

Developer: Stargate Games
Publisher: Stargate Games, XD
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Casual, Simulation, Strategy, Early Access
Rating: 4.7 of 5, 351 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 10 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

a methodical tower-building simulation that feels relaxed and strategic, with a focus on gradual expansion and resource management.

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What players say

Players praise the vertical city builder's fresh take on logistics and its relaxing pace, but the endgame grows repetitive and performance drags on later levels. Lack of bulk actions and a hard lock from running out of residents frustrate some, and many request a sandbox mode.

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