Alien Robot Monsters (2015)

Developer: Kraftix Games
Platforms: Windows, macOS, Linux
Genres: Action, Indie, Strategy
Rating: 4.2 of 5, 124 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 15 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A fast-paced, retro tower defense game where you frantically build turrets and blast waves of robotic enemies amid constant explosions and debris.

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What players say

Players call it a challenging tower defense with a deep, free-to-respec upgrade tree that encourages experimentation. It draws comparisons to Kingdom Rush. Some say the difficulty curve spikes hard and forces repeated attempts, while others appreciate the tactics. Opinions split on the graphics: some call them charmingly retro, others say they are just ugly.

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