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17.waves TD is a single player and multiplayer casual management game with a science fiction theme. It was developed by Peartree Games and was released on May 29, 2026. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

AN ONLINE CO-OP TOWER DEFENSE The 17 colonies of Exo-Planet W4-V35 are under attack! Can you survive all 17.waves? Assemble up to 4 friends online and defend each base from the incoming alien hordes. You must work together to collect coins, gather resources, and build/maintain your towers. PROTECT THE COLONY An alien threat -- Alien bugs are marching to your base! Learn their paths and make a plan…

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100%Audience ScoreBased on 18 reviews
gameplay4 positive mentions

  • Strong emphasis on cooperative multiplayer with up to four players, enhancing teamwork, communication, and role specialization.
  • Innovative and active tower defense mechanics requiring players to gather resources, manage upgrades, and maintain towers in real-time, keeping gameplay engaging and dynamic.
  • Accessible yet strategically deep gameplay that balances simple core objectives with complex resource management and coordination, suitable for both newcomers and experienced players.
  • Lack of a game speed multiplier which can lead to slow pacing and waiting during matches.
  • Some mechanics like the coin throwing and resource collection can be tricky to master and may feel cumbersome at times.
  • Solo play is possible but less rewarding and more challenging compared to cooperative play, which limits the appeal for players who prefer single-player experiences.
  • gameplay

    14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    29% positive mentions, 50% neutral mentions, 21% negative mentions

    Gameplay in Waves TD offers a fun and engaging twist on traditional tower defense through cooperative teamwork, active resource management, and real-time coordination, keeping players constantly involved. While mechanics like gold throwing take some getting used to and could benefit from quality-of-life improvements, the dynamic and energetic gameplay loop shines brightest in coordinated group play. The focus on strategic decision-making and teamwork creates a rewarding experience, though those seeking deep narrative elements may find the gameplay systems take precedence.

    • “Waves TD is a cooperative strategy game that reimagines traditional tower defense mechanics through an energetic blend of teamwork, resource management, and real-time coordination.”
    • “This mechanic transforms defense management into an active process rather than a one-time investment, creating a more dynamic and involved gameplay loop.”
    • “The way the player has to collect resources adds a great twist to the usual tower defense gameplay.”
    • “While solo play is possible, many mechanics clearly shine brightest when experienced with a coordinated group.”
    • “Additionally, those seeking a heavily narrative-driven experience may find the focus on gameplay systems more prominent than storytelling.”
    • “I'm still trying to get the hang of the throwing mechanic.”
  • graphics

    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The graphics in Waves TD feature a clean, colorful science-fiction style that enhances gameplay by remaining clear and non-distracting. Although not on par with major blockbuster titles, they efficiently convey information and maintain readability during intense moments.

    • “Waves TD adopts a clean and colorful science-fiction aesthetic that supports gameplay without becoming distracting.”
    • “While the graphics are not intended to compete with major blockbuster releases, they effectively communicate information and maintain readability during chaotic encounters.”
  • story

    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    0% positive mentions, 100% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The story takes a backseat to gameplay mechanics, so players looking for a strong narrative focus might find it lacking.

  • optimization

    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    0% positive mentions, 100% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The optimization emphasizes seamless teamwork, ensuring that game mechanics work together to enhance collaborative play rather than focusing on individual performance.

  • music

    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    Users praise the music as totally amazing, highlighting it as a standout and highly enjoyable aspect of the game.

    • “Plus the music is totally amazing!”
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17.waves TD is a casual management game with science fiction theme. Common tags for 17.waves TD include futuristic, 3D, aliens, family friendly, tower defense and others.

17.waves TD is available on PC and Windows.

17.waves TD was released on May 29, 2026.

17.waves TD was developed by Peartree Games.

17.waves TD has received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players. Most players liked 17.waves TD for its gameplay but disliked it for its story.

17.waves TD is a single player game with multiplayer and local co-op support.

Similar games include Stellarcraft The Prologue, SENTRY, Sanctum 2, Glorpotron, Wild Woods and others.