Underplayed Gems

Cartridge Defense (2022)

Cartridge Defense cover
Developer
Out Gaming
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Casual, Indie, Strategy
Rating
4.6 of 5, 100 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 7.6 hours
Where to get it
Steam
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The catalog in 3D

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How it feels

A methodical tower defense where you build and fine-tune a deck of cartridges to redirect and dismantle robot waves with escalating tactical choices.

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What players say

Players praise the strategic depth of combining tower defense with deck construction, particularly the ability to build mazes. Boss difficulty spikes cause frustration, and some report the tutorial is broken and the game feels unfinished, though those who get past it find it highly addictive.

Screenshots

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