Crypto Against All Odds

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"Crypto Against All Odds" is a tower defense game that immerses players in the world of cryptocurrencies, where they must defend against cybersecurity attacks while uncovering a conspiracy as a blockchain security expert. With hacking elements and a cypherpunk storyline, players must maintain their secret identity while defending their towers and interacting with other forum users and terminal chats. This game offers a unique blend of tower defense, hacking, and role-playing for a thrilling experience.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

91%

Audience ScoreBased on 32 reviews

story8 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

The game features interesting tower designs that counter specific enemies based on their behavior, adding depth to the gameplay.
It offers a unique and engaging storyline that incorporates cryptocurrency themes, making it educational and entertaining for players familiar with the subject.
The game has customizable controls and resolution options, providing a good level of accessibility for players.

The graphics are minimalistic and lack the polish expected from a PC game, resembling low-effort mobile or browser games.
There are several technical issues, including bugs that allow enemies to glitch through defenses and low mouse sensitivity in certain levels.
The dialogue and plot can be cringeworthy, with a narrative that feels forced and overly reliant on cryptocurrency jargon.

story
21 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
48%
14%
The story of the game is a mixed bag, featuring cringy dialogue and a plot that portrays cryptocurrency supporters as heroes against traditional banking villains. While some players appreciate the educational and engaging aspects of the narrative, others find it convoluted and skippable, with varying opinions on its overall quality. However, many agree that the story enhances the tower defense gameplay, making it feel more immersive and dynamic.
- “I finished the game and it's pretty good; the story basically has a bunch of references on the whole crypto saga and events.”
- “The story is intertwined with everything you do in the game.”
- “It is a really well-made story to a really fun and addicting tower defense game.”
- “Very cringy dialogue and plot where cryptocurrency supporters are cool hacker superheroes who are here to save the world, while people who use banknotes are part of an evil plot.”
- “Story is nothing special.”
- “Lots of story that you cannot quickly skip for a tower defense game.”
gameplay
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
38%
38%
The gameplay is a tower defense style reminiscent of "Plants vs. Zombies," featuring unique mechanics and increasing difficulty as players progress. While some users appreciate the incorporation of crypto lore and humor, others criticize the controls, particularly when using a mouse. Overall, the game offers a familiar yet distinct experience within the genre.
- “Fun tower defense game, similar to Plants vs. Zombies in gameplay but with a lot of crypto lore and some inside jokes if you're familiar enough with the subject to get them.”
- “The gameplay is unique and as you would expect from a tower defense game.”
- “Such an awful mechanic, especially with a mouse.”
- “The core gameplay mechanics closely resemble Plants vs. Zombies, which came out over a decade ago.”
- “The game may seem super easy at first, but with the different gameplay aspects, it becomes increasingly harder as the game goes on.”
graphics
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
14%
43%
The graphics in "Crypto: Against All Odds - Tower Defense" receive mixed reviews; while some players appreciate the technological aesthetic and find the visuals engaging, others criticize them for lacking the quality expected from a PC game, especially when compared to similar titles like "Plants vs. Zombies." Overall, the game's graphics are seen as decent but not consistently impressive, with one reviewer giving them a perfect score of 10/10.
- “Crypto themed tower defense with chill music and graphics, combined with a cool story, creates a refreshing experience featuring trendy blockchain currencies and lingo.”
- “I do love the technological aesthetic of the game, and I get to learn a little more about other types of cryptocurrencies.”
- “Graphics: 10/10.”
- “Crypto: Against All Odds - Tower Defense is, at least at face value, a ripoff of Plants vs. Zombies but without the cutesy artwork.”
- “I think the design is a little deeper and more engaging; however, it's a real shame the visuals fail to keep up with the design work for the game.”
- “Considering this is being evaluated as a PC game, having the graphics phoned in like this isn't going to result in a high quality, visually impressive game that PC gamers are used to seeing.”
music
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
50%
The music in the game is generally well-received, with some players finding it immersive and fitting for the theme, while others feel it could have been more impactful. Overall, it garners a positive response, with a rating of 8/10, though opinions vary on its effectiveness.
- “Crypto themed tower defense with chill music and graphics, plus a cool story, creates a refreshing experience with trendy blockchain currencies and lingo.”
- “I am completely immersed in this game because of the music.”
- “It is no John Williams, but honestly, I believe the music is perfect.”
- “The music was a wasted opportunity.”
- “The soundtrack felt repetitive and uninspired.”
- “I expected more variety in the music, but it all sounded the same.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game offers multiple playstyles, significantly enhancing its replayability and encouraging players to explore different approaches.
- “You can play this game in multiple ways, which significantly increases its replay value.”
- “The variety of choices and paths available ensures that each playthrough feels fresh and engaging.”
- “With numerous endings and character builds, this game invites you to come back for more.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is highly praised, with players noting it as well-executed and genuinely funny, contributing to an overall polished experience.
- “Well done! This is a well-polished game, and it is so damn funny.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Overall, the game's stability is solid, with all core features functioning as intended and minimal bugs reported, though it may not be particularly impressive.
- “The game runs smoothly without any major issues, providing a stable experience.”
- “All the core features are present, and I haven't encountered any bugs.”
- “Overall, the stability of the game is impressive, allowing for uninterrupted gameplay.”