Underplayed Gems

Destroy The Monoliths (2023)

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Developer
Radiant Sloth
Platforms
Windows, macOS, Linux
Genres
Action, Indie, Strategy
Rating
4.7 of 5, 15 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 2.0 hours
Where to get it
Steam

How it feels

You methodically mine and build defenses against an escalating alien threat in a procedurally generated, pixel-art world.

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What players say

Players praise this as a uniquely creative blend of tower defense and RTS that plays more like an assault than a defense. They are split on the controls: some find them clunky, others appreciate the depth of customization mid-run. Many note the lack of permanent upgrades between runs and say 15 to 45 minute sessions work well.

Screenshots

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