Crystal Guardians (2024)

Developer: Green Pine Studios
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Casual, Strategy, Early Access
Rating: 4.4 of 5, 115 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 13 hours
Where to get it: Steam

How it feels

A tactical tower defense game where you strategically place colorful voxel towers on an expanding battlefield to defend your crystal against waves of enemies.

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What players say

Players are split: many call it abandoned with no updates or developer communication for about a year, while others enjoy the core gameplay loop and see potential. Those who like it compare it favorably to Rogue Tower and praise the gem and tower synergy system, but even fans note bugs, lag in later waves, and a need for more content.

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