Underplayed Gems

Data Defense (2019)

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Developer: 2Blocks
Platforms: Windows, macOS
Genres: Indie, Strategy
Rating: 4.6 of 5, 39 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 2.8 hours
Where to get it: Steam

How it feels

A fast-paced, minimalist tower defense that feels like a strategic race against viral corruption in cyberspace.

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What players say

Players praise the minimalist style and music, noting a steep difficulty spike in later levels that splits opinion between too hard and rewarding.

Screenshots

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