CyberTD
- September 28, 2023
- Clockwork Origins
CyberTD is a strategy game that offers both single-player and local multi-player options for up to 2 players in co-op or PvP mode. It combines classic tower defense mechanics with roguelite elements, allowing for level customization and numerous upgrades as you progress. Your mission is to protect cyberspace from mutant viruses, using a split-personality killer drone to aid you in your defense while learning easy-to-grasp mechanics that present a challenging experience.
Reviews
- The game features a unique blend of tower defense and deck-building mechanics, providing a fresh take on the genre.
- Graphics are colorful and appealing, contributing to an enjoyable visual experience.
- The progression loop is addictive, encouraging players to keep trying for better upgrades and strategies.
- The game suffers from a lack of depth and strategy, with limited customization and repetitive gameplay.
- There are significant bugs and balancing issues, leading to frustrating gameplay experiences.
- The user interface is clunky and unintuitive, making it difficult to navigate and understand game mechanics.
- gameplay10 mentions
- 30 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
The gameplay combines tower defense with deck-building mechanics, creating an addictive experience enhanced by colorful graphics and a simple narrative. However, it suffers from limited enemy variety and minimal strategic options, as players primarily choose their deck and upgrades without significant gameplay features or mechanics on the maps. Despite a slow start, the game becomes more engaging as players progress, with helpful in-game explanations for mechanics.
“A nice tower defense game paired up with a deck building mechanic.”
“The game mechanics are instantly addictive, the graphics are colorful, and the story is somewhat simple but well embedded in the game's universe.”
“It's a slow burn at first as the game introduces you gently to its mechanics, but after an hour of play, when you have leveled up and gathered enough cards, you suddenly find yourself progressing much further and things can become fairly frantic.”
“- there are no gameplay features on any of the maps--just a single random enemy path”
“- the only control you have as a player is to select your deck and weapons at the beginning of the run and select 1 upgrade card every time you level up (most of these are just +10% stat boosts, with very few having any mechanical effect)”
“- very few enemy types with at most 5 or 6 total mechanics that have almost no effect on gameplay”
- story3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- -33 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The story has received mixed reviews, with some players finding it annoying and nonsensical, while others appreciate its simplicity and integration into the game's universe. Despite the engaging game mechanics and vibrant graphics, the overall execution of the story leaves much to be desired.
“The game mechanics are instantly addictive, the graphics are colorful, and the story is somewhat simple but well embedded in the game's universe.”
“I like the sound, the setting, and the story.”
“Annoying, unskippable, nonsensical story in each new game.”
“The story is somewhat simple but well embedded in the game's universe.”
- graphics3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics are generally well-received, characterized as colorful and visually appealing, complementing the game's addictive mechanics and simple yet cohesive story.
“The game mechanics are instantly addictive, the graphics are colorful, and the story is somewhat simple but well embedded in the game's universe.”
“Graphics are nice.”
- music3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- -33 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for being catchy and engaging, with a standout killer metal soundtrack that enhances the overall experience. Players appreciate how the soundtrack complements the game's humor and decision-making elements.
“It has a killer metal soundtrack.”
“I like the music and the humor.”
“The soundtrack is also catchy.”
“It is also a tower defense deck-builder with one tower, but is priced at $10 and has interesting decisions to make (and a killer metal soundtrack).”
- replayability1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players appreciate the high replayability of the game, citing the variety of game modes, multiplayer options, and engaging weekly challenges as key factors that encourage them to return for more gameplay.
“The different game modes, multiplayer, and weekly challenges offer great replay value.”
“Each playthrough feels unique due to the variety of choices and outcomes available.”
“The dynamic events and seasonal updates keep the game fresh and encourage repeated play.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players note that while some enjoy grinding for meta progression, the experience can become monotonous, as each run feels nearly identical regardless of the chosen weapon or ability. This lack of variety in gameplay can diminish the overall enjoyment of the grinding aspect.
“Even for someone like me who doesn’t mind grinding at all and loves to hunt for meta progression, it literally has nothing more to offer but hunting for meta progress. Every single run feels exactly the same as the one before, no matter the weapon or ability.”
“The grinding in this game is mind-numbing. After a few hours, it becomes painfully repetitive, and I found myself just going through the motions without any real sense of achievement.”
“I was excited to dive into the grind, but it quickly turned into a chore. The lack of variety in tasks makes it feel like I'm just wasting my time.”
- humor1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users appreciate the humor in the game, often highlighting it as a positive aspect alongside the music.
“I love the clever jokes and witty dialogue throughout the game.”
“The humor is spot-on, making even the most serious moments feel light-hearted.”
“The quirky characters and their hilarious interactions kept me laughing the whole time.”