Underplayed Gems

Bonsai Castles (2021)

Bonsai Castles cover
Developer
Hyakuren Soft
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Indie, Simulation, Strategy
Rating
5.0 of 5, 28 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 9.8 hours
Where to get it
Steam

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How it feels

A methodical tower defense game where you shape your own fortress on a generated map, balancing resource gathering with repelling enemies.

tacticalmethodicalstrategiccreativecustomizablemodestexperimentalearly access

What players say

Players enjoy the unique blend of castle construction and tower defense, often crafting realistic Japanese fortifications. They note the game is still rough in early access, with clunky controls and performance issues in endless mode, but find the strategic loop addictive despite some balance quirks.

Screenshots

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