Underplayed Gems

Guardian Grids (2024)

Guardian Grids cover
Developer
MeshWorker
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Casual, Indie, Strategy
Rating
3.4 of 5, 16 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 2.0 hours
Where to get it
Steam
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How it feels

A lighthearted pixel tower defense where you build defenses with random cards and rely on wit to protect your castle from monster waves.

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What players say

Players are split on this tower defense. Some enjoy the simple card-based resource management and 15-20 hour campaign, while others criticize the lack of mid-game saving, a random draw that can make runs unwinnable, and basic tower controls with no targeting options. Supporters call it a decent casual challenge, detractors say it feels unfinished.

Screenshots

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